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The “Triple Bottom Line” in Michigan’s coastal communities - Element 1: Mixed land and water use
Published on September 13, 2013
Having homes, businesses, and natural areas near one another can have numerous benefits to local economies, environments, and community members. -
Prepare for emergency situations by joining America’s PreparAthon!
Published on September 11, 2013
On September 5, 2013 during National Preparedness Month, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a nationwide, community-based initiative to increase emergency preparedness. -
Achieving the “Triple Bottom Line” in Michigan coastal communities - Introduction
Published on September 10, 2013
Great Lakes coastal communities in Michigan face unique challenges that require understanding how the economy, environment, and the cultural and civic aspects of society are connected to one another. -
Michigan Main Street seeks applicants for 2014
Published on September 10, 2013
The Main Street Four-Point Approach® helps traditional downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts leverage assets, adapt to a changing economy, celebrate public space, and organize for success. -
Detroit River revival
Published on September 3, 2013
Construction to begin in October at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge. -
Contents of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Published on August 9, 2013
A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part two of a two part series. In this article, we will address the contents that go into a CWPP. -
Successful rural placemaking: a Newaygo County example
Published on August 7, 2013
Placemaking efforts can improve infrastructure and provide safe, healthy recreation and tourism opportunities while promoting economic development for rural Michigan communities. -
Participating in your Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Published on August 7, 2013
A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part one of a two part series. The second article discusses the content of a CWPP. -
Michigan’s Public Land Management Strategy and PILT
Published on August 7, 2013
MDNR officials explain new Public Land Management Strategy and PILT rules to northern county commissioners. -
Eight simple steps to creating rain gardens
Published on July 29, 2013
Step-by-step guide to planning and planting rain gardens helps prevent water pollution.