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Discussion needed at all levels of government about how to govern: Part 2
Published on October 22, 2013
Occasionally someone will ask, “Can’t we all just get along?” It’s not about getting along, it’s about finding a way to govern that fosters the stability needed for people, families and businesses of all types to make good decisions. -
Compost to protect the air and water and help prevent fall wildfires
Published on October 20, 2013
Composting instead of burning leaves and other garden wastes helps to protect the environment, prevent wildfires and improve soils for healthier plants. -
Add a frontage quality analysis to your next walking audit
Published on October 17, 2013
Conventional walking audits only assess municipal infrastructure like sidewalks and crosswalks. Since walkability is also dependent on how interesting the walk is, conduct a frontage quality analysis for a more robust assessment of walkability. -
Complete streets in Michigan: Progress, pitfalls and promise
Published on October 17, 2013
Three years after Michigan’s complete streets legislation became law, design guidance is improving and research into the benefits of complete streets is continuing to emerge, yet funding for projects is lean and implementation seems limited. -
Preserving inland lake shorelines on the Keweenaw Peninsula
Published on October 13, 2013
Upper Peninsula group looks for problems and opportunities during on-lake natural shoreline workshop. -
The Alcona Fall Color Tour is about more than fall colors
Published on October 13, 2013
Outside of the spectacular color landscape and beautiful autumn weather, bus tour participants were offered an inside view of their community from a unique perspective – their finite water system. -
Using household products safely
Published on September 27, 2013
Household products may contain potentially hazardous chemicals that must be used and disposed of properly to be safe. -
The “Triple Bottom Line” in Michigan’s coastal communities - Element 3: Housing opportunities
Published on September 23, 2013
Providing many different housing options in Great Lakes coastal and waterfront communities improves quality of life for coastal residents and provide numerous economic and environmental benefits in Great Lakes coastal communities. -
The “Triple Bottom Line” in Michigan’s coastal communities - Element 2: Community design
Published on September 17, 2013
Design and size of business and residential structures can improve the quality of life for coastal residents and provide numerous economic and environmental benefits in Great Lakes coastal communities. -
Huron Shores Coastal Water Trail: Lake Huron waterways offer community and tourism development value
Published on September 16, 2013
Exploring northern Lake Huron’s coastline by water offers a wealth of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors, alike, fostering community and coastal tourism development opportunities in Northeast Michigan.