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Resources for local governments

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Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Resources for local governments

Tracking and understanding all of the state and federal environmental regulations affecting local governments can be a daunting task.

We provide simple explanations and helpful resources for the regulatory programs that apply to local government operations and access to funding resources that promote sustainability on this page.

The outreach materials featured on this page are useful to stormwater operators, county drain commission staff, municipal planners and engineers, county health officials, community emergency response personnel, public works directors, road maintenance staff, building code officials, and sustainability managers.

Upcoming webinars of interest for local governments

Michigan-specific guidebooks

  • The text Catalyst Communities over an aerial view of Kalamazoo Michigan

    Catalyst Communities

    Tiered approach initiative that gives local governments training, planning help, and technical resources to prepare for climate-related impacts

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    Local Leaders webinar series

    Monthly one-hour webinars to help officials understand environmental regulations that affect their communities