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Vague or subjective ordinance standards: In the court’s opinion they stink! Part 2
Published on April 14, 2016
A recent Court of Appeals case reinforces that government regulations must be clear and specific. Previous cases provide principles helpful in reviewing an ordinance for vagueness. -
Implementing community vision requires detailed strategies
Published on April 1, 2016
All too often, community master plans include wonderfully crafted visions and goals, but fall short on the detail needed in the form of individual strategies. It is detailed strategies that are most likely to lead to plan implementation. -
Do not underfund a planning and zoning program
Published on March 29, 2016
Under budgeting for planning and zoning may result in a poorly run planning and zoning program which may do more harm than good. Cost savings can be realized by use of joint planning, sharing zoning administrator services, and other cooperative efforts. -
Placemaking for tourism - How to attract new visitors and talent to your region
Published on March 23, 2016
A two-part webinar highlighting placemaking as an economic development strategy, detailing Michigan's tourism economy and providing strategies to enhance tourist experiences through placemaking. -
Workshop in Port Huron will focus on walkability, transportation funding, and the Right to Farm Act
Published on March 6, 2016
MSU Extension tapped for expertise on walkability and Right to Farm Act during the St. Clair County Metropolitan Planning Commission annual workshop. -
Regional planning: Part 2
Published on February 26, 2016
A possible way to energize and make regional planning more effective. -
Citizen Planner Online again open for enrollment
Published on February 16, 2016
The Citizen Planner program teaches community leaders the fundamentals for making informed land use decisions and is once again available online in a convenient, self-paced format. -
Regional planning: Part 1
Published on February 16, 2016
Research continues to suggest that regional planning, as done in Michigan, does not work very effectively. -
Can people with opposing views find common ground?
Published on February 4, 2016
Perhaps, but it takes a willingness to move beyond their positions. -
Accomplish more by hosting your next meeting at MSU Tollgate
Published on January 4, 2016
With its bucolic beauty and state-of-the-art facilities, MSU Tollgate Conference Center is the perfect destination for your next corporate or association meeting.