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Amending a zoning ordinance requires adopting an ordinance

Published on October 22, 2024
Communities with zoning must regularly update their ordinance to reduce legal risk. The process for doing so is not difficult, but it is detailed and requires adopting an amending ordinance.
Public engagement: How to prepare and select a fitting approach

Published on October 22, 2024
Public engagement helps organizations and local governments draw from and foster community relationships. This article aims to give groups guidance on selecting a fitting engagement strategy and organizing to make the event a success.
New online program available: Foundations of Effective County Administration

Published on October 9, 2024
This new, self-paced online program builds knowledge, skills, and capacity of new and aspiring county administrative officials to navigate the complexities of county governance with confidence.
Registration and online course content is now available for the 2024 New Commissioner School

Published on September 17, 2024
New Commissioner School prepares new and veteran county leaders for their role in county government.
Community discussions around housing: Tax increment financing (TIF) for housing

Published on August 13, 2024
The Brownfield Redevelopment Finance Act now allows for TIF to be used for qualified housing projects.