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What are the barriers to protecting Michigan’s inland lakes?
Published on March 3, 2013
Report identifies lack of local leadership as one barrier to lake management. -
Suburbs are not the future for Michigan
Published on March 1, 2013
Suburbs are unsustainable and not the focus of future housing demand. The next generation is looking for walkable places. -
Collaboration key to providing efficient community services
Published on February 28, 2013
Collaboration between local governments, organizations and agencies can save valuable local financial resources and help leverage outside financial resources without duplication of services. -
Lake communities, organizations can partner to protect lakes
Published on February 28, 2013
Help is available from local governments and other sources to protect inland lakes from sediment and nutrient pollution, and degradation. It is important to find the right kind of partnership agreement for a community’s needs. -
Harbor Springs views vacant storefronts as an opportunity
Published on February 28, 2013
Creative community rolls out the red carpet to potential business owners by having tour of vacant storefronts in downtown area. Each store had real estate agent, leasing agent or community leader ready to answer questions. -
Requests for Proposals can help communities attract top redevelopment talent
Published on February 28, 2013
While RFPs great at getting the word out, communities must ensure each RFP is of high quality. -
Lowest recorded water levels in Lakes Michigan-Huron basis for repeat Great Lakes Levels 101 program
Published on February 25, 2013
Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State University Extension will host a free public program to inform interested citizens on Lake Michigan water level with representatives from US Army Corp of Engineers and Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. -
Free presidential alerts, AMBER alerts, threat alerts for cell phone users
Published on February 23, 2013
If you've ever wondered why you get certain alerts it is because there is no sign-up and no charge for Wireless Emergency Alert system. -
Food for Change Summit 2013 focuses on community food systems
Published on February 23, 2013
Second annual gathering puts spotlight on impact local food can have on health, economy and sustainability issues. -
Detroit City Future plan lays out 50-year vision; but what are key elements of a successful plan?
Published on February 23, 2013
Planning is critical to development. It answers the how, why, what, when and how much questions of community and economic development. However, what are the key elements that allow some plans to be successful.