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Walkability is key to economic development
Published on October 10, 2016
In the New Economy, it is all about creating communities with amenities and high quality of life to retain and attract talent. Talented individuals, who are mobile and can live anywhere, want a walkable, bikeable community to call home. -
Legacy costs tough for Michigan local governments: Part two – Legacy cost challenges
Published on October 10, 2016
Commitments to pensions and other post-employment benefits (OPEBs) have created financial problems for local governments trying to balance budgets with stagnant or falling revenues and rising costs. -
Legacy costs tough for Michigan local governments: Part three – Strategies for legacy costs
Published on October 10, 2016
Commitments to pensions and other post-employment benefits (OPEBs) have created financial problems for local governments trying to balance budgets with stagnant or falling revenues and rising costs. -
Engaging community stakeholders for water quality in lakes
Published on October 10, 2016
When conducting water quality studies on local lakes, it is important to have sound scientific methods guiding the investigative process. Equally important is the need to reach out to community members who have a vested interest in the health of the lake. -
Looking to boost tourism revenue? Start with placemaking
Published on October 10, 2016
In the New Economy, placemaking must be part of an economic development strategy. For the tourism industry, businesses and communities can enhance the tourist experience through placemaking, which serves as a population attraction strategy. -
Legacy costs tough for Michigan local governments: Part one – Introduction to legacy costs
Published on October 10, 2016
Commitments to pensions and other post-employment benefits (OPEBs) have created financial problems for local governments trying to balance budgets with stagnant or falling revenues and rising costs. -
Emergency communications service in Michigan counties: Part Two
Published on October 5, 2016
The “Guide to Michigan County Government” is a great source of detailed information about the structure, function and services provided by counties in Michigan. -
Emergency communications service in Michigan counties: Part One
Published on October 5, 2016
The “Guide to Michigan County Government” is a great source of detailed information about the structure, function and services provided by counties in Michigan. -
Mackinac County Water Safety Review Team efforts continue to save lives
Published on October 4, 2016
After son’s death, family remains committed to Great Lakes dangerous current education. -
Innovation, excitement to begin at Boardman River System in Traverse City – Part 2
Published on October 4, 2016
Fall fish migration in full swing at Boardman River Weir/James Price Trap and Harvest Facility.