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Placemaking is focus of 2013 Michigan Citizen Planner Advanced Academy
Published on May 28, 2013
Michigan State University training features strategies on to help communities attract businesses and residents. -
Great Lakes paddling safety in 2013
Published on May 28, 2013
As paddle sport enthusiasts, like canoeists and kayakers, venture out into the Great Lakes they need to keep these safety tips in mind. -
Jane Jacobs’ ideas on viable cities are more relevant than ever
Published on May 27, 2013
Jane Jacobs’ ideas about walkable neighborhoods, diversity and mixed use development are consistent with prevailing planning principles of compact urban development and mixing land uses to create economically viable places. -
Spring cleanup can increase lead exposure in home
Published on May 27, 2013
Spring cleaning is an annual ritual. Whether you’re cleaning, remodeling or renovating, you need to become knowledgeable about potential lead contamination and sources. -
Communicating across cultures, communities, counties and countries -- Part 2
Published on May 23, 2013
Intercultural Competencies and communication skills: What are they? -
MSU Extension launching webinar series as part of Building Strong Sovereign Nations program
Published on May 21, 2013
Three-part webinar series, face-to-face training session is specifically designed for Michigan tribal leaders. -
Sample Wildfire Hazard Zoning helps communities protect against property and life loss
Published on May 15, 2013
Wildfires are common in Michigan, and individuals and local governments both play roles in addressing wildfire mitigation and protection to make communities safer. -
Low impact Development: Putting the LID on flooding
Published on May 15, 2013
Recent flooding serves as a reminder that upstream stormwater management efforts can reduce impacts at home and downstream. -
New H7N9 avian influenza A virus concerns health experts
Published on May 12, 2013
Health officials in China are reporting 131 cases of human infection with avian influenza A (H7N9) including 32 deaths as of May 8. -
May is bike month: Support health and reinforce place by becoming a Bicycle Friendly Community
Published on May 12, 2013
Whether biking to commute or for recreation; to maintain health or the environment, celebrate May as National Bike Month and help your community become a Bicycle Friendly Community.