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Difference between special use permits and variances
Published on March 22, 2013
Special use permits and variances are zoning tools that protect communities and properties while providing flexibility to landowners and municipalities. -
March means spring is around the corner, but not before your local March board of review
Published on March 7, 2013
The March board of review is a landowner’s single opportunity to protest a property tax issue to the local government related to property classification, assessed value or the qualified agricultural property exemption. -
Qualified agricultural property exemption not necessarily tied to property classification
Published on March 7, 2013
By the first Monday in March each year, local assessors are required to classify all real property in each unit of government and agricultural property is no exception. -
How do I learn more about the Michigan Indian Tuition Wavier?
Published on March 7, 2013
The MITW is a program enacted by Public Act 174 of 1976, which waives the tuition costs for eligible Native Americans in public community colleges or universities within Michigan. -
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. -
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. -
Planning for the future of an organization
Published on February 24, 2013
So many options - how do you choose where to focus? -
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.