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In 1997 the Michigan Land Use Institute matured into an
effective public interest organization that is making a difference
for land, communities, and citizens in northern Michigan and
throughout the state.
The Institute is at the forefront of a historic movement that is establishing new tools for governing. We stress the need to invest public and private capital in areas that already are developed in order to reverse the land-wasting patterns of sprawling development. Numerous studies show it is better for communities to invest in Main Street businesses, modernize schools, and repair existing infrastructure instead of bulldozing natural landscapes for new gold-plated highways, subsidized cookie-cutter subdivisions, and shopping malls on the fringe.
Members of the Institute are essential to this crucial work,
which is funded solely by donations, grants, and fees for professional services. Each new member broadens our base of support and strengthens our ability to effectively represent the public interest.
If you already are a member, you can help us bring in more members. And if you are not yet a member, then join us! Every Institute member is entitled to:
• A subscription to theGreat Lakes Bulletin.
• Free copies of fact sheets and reports.
• Use of the Institute library.
• Access to a proven team of advocates who are ready to work on your behalf to answer questions, provide technical guidance, and conduct research.
The Michigan Land Use Institute believes that economic
advancement, environmental protection, curbing suburban sprawl, and investing in existing towns and cities are goals of equal priority. Common sense changes in public policy are the most enduring way for citizens to seize the opportunities of the hopeful new era unfolding before us.
InstituteProjects At AGlance
The Michigan Land Use Institute manages a focused
program of research, communications, grass roots
organizing, and reasoned advocacy that includes the
following projects:
Michigan Energy Reform Coalition-- An alliance of
25 local governments and public interest organizations, representing more than 200,000 citizens, that is strengthening oversight of oil and gas drilling in Michigan.
Public Trust Alliance-- A coalition of environmental
organizations seeking to counter the "property rights"
agenda and restore fairness and reason to protect
community interests and enforce Michigan's environmental laws.
Grass Roots Support Center-- A project that provides timely technical and financial support to help all-volunteer citizen organizations develop winning strategies when confronting complex environmental and economic problems.
Transportation and Land Use Initiative-- A collaboration with the Environmental Law and Policy Center to build popular support for an alternative, region-wide, nland use and transportation program for northern Michigan.
Land Stewardship Program-- A research and grass
roots organizing project, undertaken in collaboration
with the Michigan Environmental Council, that seeks to
build a larger public constituency for new policies that
halt sprawl in Michigan.
Great Lakes Bulletin-- A well-designed quarterly
magazine featuring in-depth news and thoughtful commentary on important land use issues, which serves as the basis of the Institute's overall communications program.
Special Reports--Thoroughly researched publications that explore land use issues of importance to Michigan.
Public Forums-- Regularly scheduled meetings
featuring prominent experts who explore workable
solutions to sprawl, traffic congestion, and haphazard uses of land.
Outreach and Member Services-- A fully-staffed
program to immediately respond to requests for information, publications, technical advice, and communications support. |
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Greetings from the staff! Front row, from left to right: Lee Stoltmann, publications coordinator; and Arlin Wasserman, policy specialist. Back row: Hans Voss, associate director; Alicia Harrison, office manager; Keith Schneider, executive director; and Florence Barone Schneider,editorial director.
Board of Directors
R.T. Curran - Acting Chair
Deborah J. Rohe - Secretary
Richard J. Hitchingham - Treasurer
Gary Appel
Preston V. Dilts Jr., M.D.
James C. Ganter
Patrick M. McCool
Virginia B. Pierce
Keith Schneider
Virginia M. Sorenson
Bob Sutherland
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Income
Consulting & Service$2,650.00
Contributions25,160.31
Grants216,075.00
Memberships31,706.00
Miscellaneous4,322.58
Publishing1,760.75
Reimbursed Expenses7,218.66
Rental1,980.00
Speaker Fees1,830.00
Total Income$292,703.30 |
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Expenses
Board$1,430.24
Dues & Contributions355.00
Computers & Equipment13,817.42
Payroll140,536.62
Insurance1,312.85
Legal21,660.77
Maintenance & Repairs186.50
Miscellaneous1,988.30
Office Supplies3,402.90
Postage & Delivery4,740.20
Professional Fees8,187.50
Promotion1,054.12
Publication18,941.49
Rent7,200.00
Research Materials896.28
Subscriptions766.70
Telephone7,650.90
Travel9,841.89
Utilities1,697.08
Total Expenses$245,666.76
Balance $47,036.54 |
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