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The Future of Michigan's Cities Still Shortchanged, says editorial
This Feb. 7 Detroit Free Press editorial speaks to healthy central cities -- what economists call "place." "If we're going to attract and retain college graduates, it's not just about reinstituting Promise Grants, but (also about) investing in our cities," said Arnold Weinfeld, public policy director for the Michigan Municipal League. Read more>
League CEO Says Michigan Communities Embrace Climate
The Grand Rapids Press quotes League CEO about how places in Michigan are competing with warmer states despite the cold. Read more>
Vote for Marquette in National Competition
Marquette needs your vote in a national competition to be named "Fan Favorite" on the list of 2010’s Dozen Distinctive Destinations! Vote here!
Municipal Officials Invited to Walkability Session Feb. 12, Lansing
Dan Burden, an international expert on walkability, will lead a workshop Feb. 12 in Lansing on walkability and physical design. Register today!
Capital Conference Hosts U.S. Transportation Secretary, April 13-14
The League has invited US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood to open Capital Conference and discuss the new federal transportation funding bill. Register here.
Could New Investments in Rail be the Start of a Train Boom in MI?
Proponents of rail travel — either high speed rail between states, or light rail trains in cities, or commuter rail lines connecting close cities — say that trains improve people’s quality of life; trains are good for the environment because they take cars off the road; and, building rail infrastructure can create new jobs. Read more>
10 Places to See in Michigan in 2010
Lansing State Journal, 3/3/2010
Support the Arts and Let’s Save Michigan
Battle Creek Enquirer, letter to the editor, 2/7/2010
Newly Elected Officials Gather in Huntington Woods
Hometownlife.com, 3/7/2010
Tim from Mid-Michigan, 2/4/2010
Ann Arbor Recognized for Hybrid Vehicle Use
Ann Arbor.Com, 2/4/2010
Mt. Clemens Eyes Tax Hikes to Pay for Services
Macomb Daily, 2/4/2010
Detroit Plans Alternate Use for 92 Parks
Detroit News, 3/6/2010
Kentwood Approves Moratorium on Med Marijuana Businesses
Grand Rapids Press, 3/2/2010
Feature Article
Houghton: Undeniably a Winter Community
For over a decade, the city of Houghton has actively pursued the “winter city” approach to planning. The area receives annual snowfall in excess of 200 inches, resulting from the northwest prevailing winds traveling across Lake Superior. With a five to six month winter, it is very important that Houghton embrace positive attitudes toward winter.
Other items of interest:
Winter Festivals Maintain Momentum
During the Off-Season
Snowmobiling–Driving The Winter Economy
Complete Issue (PDF)
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