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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. -
Codes of conduct now more common for planning commissions, zoning boards of appeals
Published on February 28, 2013
Members of administrative boards often sign a code of conduct. They perform an administrative, not a representative, function and speak publically to support the majority position adopted by that board. -
Should local governments regulate outdoor wood boilers? – Part 2
Published on February 28, 2013
Although popular and cost-effective, many outdoor wood boilers produce a lot of smoke, creating potential health risks and nuisance complaints. Local governments can reduce that risk though zoning standards. -
Should local governments regulate outdoor wood boilers? – Part 1
Published on February 28, 2013
Although popular and cost-effective, many outdoor wood boilers produce a lot of smoke, creating potential health risks and nuisance complaints. Local governments can reduce that risk though zoning standards. -
Zoning decisions travel with the land and are not temporary
Published on February 26, 2013
Zoning administrative decisions are permanent, not temporary. Zoning decisions are specific for the parcel of land and not to an individual person who sought the zoning permit/approval. -
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. -
Planning for the future of an organization
Published on February 24, 2013
So many options - how do you choose where to focus? -
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. -
Cultural Currents: Artist entrepreneurs as community leaders
Published on February 17, 2013
Artist entrepreneurs bring unique skills and perspectives to town. Their contributions to community leadership add dimension, and to governance insure creative perspectives and problem-solving approaches bring unique solutions. -
What’s behind climate change?
Published on February 8, 2013
The earth has warmed an average of 1.3 degrees Fahrenheit over the past 100 years. Understanding the forces behind climate change can guide future decisions.