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Training, continuing education is best strategy for planning and zoning risk management
Published on December 16, 2019
Continuing education and training is an important planning and zoning risk management strategy for local governments in Michigan. While Michigan has many training opportunities, participation could be greater. -
The importance of discussing best practices for continuing education in planning and zoning
Published on December 16, 2019
Continuing education is an important strategy for local government risk management. Bylaws and local policy should also address how much training is appropriate and what topics training should focus on. -
Innovative budget process used by Muskegon county
Published on December 3, 2019
In 2012, Muskegon county utilized an innovative, collaborative budget process to solve revenue shortfalls and build teamwork that has proven to be successful over the past few years. -
Governing the municipal budget process
Published on August 22, 2019
This article's purpose is to provide a government equation that fosters a positive experience with the fiscal equation that promotes a long-term view for local municipalities. -
MSU teams with state’s top universities to provide economic forecasting for city of Detroit
Published on July 12, 2019
MSU Extension will work with University of Michigan, Wayne State to provide city of Detroit economic analysis and forecasting. -
New Commissioner Schools - 2018
Published on November 15, 2018
Celebrating 50 years of New County Commissioner education with a new format. Register now. -
Learn more about good governance: Fiscal sustainability and more
Published on October 2, 2018
Here in part two, we focus on finance and facilitation programs in general, and the full range of programs for sovereign tribal nations. -
Learn more about good governance
Published on September 26, 2018
MSU Extension provides educational programs on governance, finance and many more topics for local and tribal governments. -
Impacts made in Clare County through Michigan State University Extension
Published on June 15, 2018
Across the state, Michigan State University Extension is helping youth, adults and communities grow and prosper. Let’s explore some highlights of how MSU Extension programs impacted Clare County in 2017. -
Local government budget decision making
Published on June 4, 2018
The governance equation can help in budget creation.