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The state of Michigan’s county planning commissions in 2026
Published on September 10, 2026
The MSU Extension Citizen Planner team recently took an inventory of county planning commissions across Michigan and presented the findings during a May 2026 webinar. -
MSU Extension zoning program earns national recognition for strengthening local decision-making
Published on September 1, 2026
National award highlights the Zoning Administrator Certificate Program’s enduring impact for local leaders and communities in Michigan. -
As renewable energy projects expand, MSU Extension offers research-based training for local leaders
Published on August 5, 2026
Choose from seven workshop locations this fall to learn about renewable energy siting, regulation and development. -
Your planning commission prepares an annual report, but what about a work program?
Published on August 4, 2026
Since 2008, an annual report has been required of all planning commissions in Michigan, but it is the work program that sets the agenda for next year’s planning commission initiatives in tandem with the annual budget request. -
Communicating Through Conflict: Build skills for tough conversations
Published on July 27, 2026
Learn tools for navigating difficult conversations at work, in your community, and at home through this workshop opportunity. -
Empowering governance: Registration open for Governing Essentials fall webinar series
Published on July 27, 2026
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices. -
Registration open: County Commissioner Midterm Essentials program
Published on July 27, 2026
Join MSU Extension and the Michigan Association of Counties for a new one-day professional development program designed for county officials. -
MSU Extension offering webinar on short-term rental policy options for local communities this October
Published on July 27, 2026
These webinars will help local governments consider the potential policy options available to them regarding short-term rentals (STRs). -
Putting planning back into the planning commission
Published on July 2, 2026
The primary role of the planning commission is implementing the master plan; there are several tools to make that job easier. -
Notice requirements in Michigan’s Open Meetings Act
Published on July 2, 2026
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act contains important requirements for the noticing of meetings of public bodies.
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