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League Participates in Complete Streets Bill Signing in Lansing
Michigan Municipal League Board President Jeff Jenks and MML's Chris Hackbarth were invited by Governor Jennifer Granholm to participate in the ceremonial signing of the Complete Streets Legislation. Read more and view photos from this event on flickr.
Lapeer Co. Sheriff's Deputies Raid Medical Marijuana Dispensary
Police seized nearly 50 plants and $3,500 in a raid Aug. 31 on the Compassionate Care Center in Dryden. The county and dispensary owners have disagreed over interpretations of the law since the center opened in April. Go here for details on a Sept. 21 Pre-Convention workshop on an issue that's become an increasing problem for Michigan communities.
Convention Blog Keeps You Updated On League Convention News
The League’s Convention is just a couple weeks away! Keep up with all the latest news leading up to and during Convention by reading the latest posts.
What is Your Walk Score? Find Out How Walkable Your Neighborhood Is
Click here to find out how walkable your neighborhood is. It also lists mileage to restaurants and other points of interest. Then find out your transit score too. Read more.
Pontiac, Detroit and Others Make Mini-Parks in Parking Spots
Several communities will participate in the annual Parking Day celebration on Sept. 17, to bring awareness to the need for public spaces, says Sean Mann of Let's Save Michigan. Read more.
DDA Waits While Chelsea Coalition Works to Save Historic Livery
Chelsea's DDA agreed to a 60-day stay while the Save the Livery Coalition works on a financially feasible alternative to the proposed tear-down of a historic livery barn near the Depot. It's an example of the challenges communities face in revitalization efforts. Read more.
Know Your Kirk: Public Servant
Ann Arbor Chronicle, 8/30/10
Michigan Mayors Gather at St. Ignace
St. Ignace News, 8/26/10
Waterford Voters Face Police, Fire Millage Restoration
Oakland Press, 8/24/10
New Judge Tries to Resolve Transit Center Case
Crain's Detroit Business, 8/19/10
League's Sue Jeffers on Public Comment Rules
Detroit Free Press, 8/22/10
State Businesses Ranked Among 100 Fastest-Growing
Crain's Michigan Business, 9/1/10
Crain's Michigan Business, 9/1/10
East Lansing, Meridian Township to Share Assessing
Lansing State Journal, 8/30/10
Professional Manager is Best Equipped
Lansing State Journal, 8/29/10
Mayors Have Direct Link to Voters
Lansing State Journal, 8/29/10
Feature Article
Lathrup Village TimeBank Program Has Residents Working Together
“In the economic times we’re dealing with now, I think it’s a great thing that people can help people,” City Administrator Jeff Mueller said. Since its inception, Lathrup Village TimeBank members have logged 3,229 hours of service exchanges.
Other items of interest:
Myths and Realities of Intergovernmental Cooperation by Michael P. McGee
Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell Explains How Consolidating Services Saves Money
How to Use Strategic Operation Reviews to Transform Local Government
Uncork Paw Paw Michigan and You’ll Discover a Friendly, Familiar Community
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