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Non-motorized transportation – walking, biking, or travel by a non-motorized device such as a scooter - has seen an increase within communities across the State of Michigan and beyond. In recent years, planning has shifted from streets that are designed primarily to convey vehicular traffic, to designing streets that accommodate all users. We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates assisted the City of Northville, MI with the creation of a "Non-Motorized Transportation Plan" that included both "on-the-road and off-the-road facilities" that addressed shared lanes for the community and worked to create a framework for a city-wide network of sidewalks and bikeways. Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/euYNCSet #planning #Michigan #transportation #alternative #community #safety #biking #walking #creative #framework

"Transportation Bonanza," is an online event this February 12 and 13 where "professionals from planning, transportation, engineering, health and allied fields will join for two days of training and connection focusing on active transportation and Safe Routes to School." We at Carlisle | Wortman and Associates support and celebrate this impactful event from the Michigan Association of Planning and in partnership with Michigan Safe Routes to School, the Michigan Department of Transportation, and the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services. Follow this link to learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/emciFT7r #planning #Michigan #transportation #education #virtualevent #engineering #health #alliedfield #saferoutestoschool

The "Going PRO Talent Fund" is a Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Workforce Development fund that awards grants to employers to assist in training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees. According to the following press release, this empowering program recently awarded "$42.7 million in grants to 697 businesses across the State of Michigan. Businesses will use the funding to train 8,089 new hires and 14,692 current employees starting in January 2025." Follow this link to learn more about how this fund "transforms opportunities into success stories for both Michigan workers and businesses": https://lnkd.in/g-NM2ezi #planning #Michigan #workforce #development #labor #opportunity #grants #business #growth #local #employment #training

In the fall of 2018, with the assistance and guidance of Carlisle | Wortman Associates, Ypsilanti Township launched a community-based, master plan process called "Ypsilanti Township 2040." Our work helped create a policy road map for land use, development, reinvestment, transportation and housing. In doing so, we developed and implemented a public engagement plan by actively gathering feedback and opinions from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders ensuring the final plan aligned with the needs and desires of the people it would impact. Follow this link to learn more about how our work helped make "Ypsilanti Township 2040" a success: https://lnkd.in/eVgXggNQ #planning #michigan #masterplan #community #engagement #landuse #development #reinvestment #transportation #housing

The "Farmland and Open Space Preservation Program" consists of several methods for preserving farmland and is part of the State of Michigan’s "Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act" which seeks to seeks to safeguard agricultural and open spaces. We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates are pleased to share the following The Sun Times News article that covers how the Monroe County Board of Commissioners is considering applications to include two properties — one in Milan Township and one in Dundee Township — in the state's beneficial conservation program. "While both properties meet the program’s requirements, the Milan Township property’s combination of high-yield agricultural soil, a larger cultivated area, and the inclusion of conservation-designated open space distinguishes it as a priority for preservation efforts." Follow this link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eN8QFG38 #planning #Michigan #landuse #farmland #openspace #preservation #protection #environment #conservation #agriculture

Zoning ordinances are very important for planning as they act as a primary tool for local governments to manage land use and essentially, help cities and townships develop in ways that align with the needs and desires of residents by regulating what can be built where. We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates are well versed on the topic and have provided assistance and management on zoning regulations to many of our clients throughout Michigan. Specifically, we helped draft the Pittsfield Charter Township Zoning Ordinance which established provisions to strengthen rural areas and economic vitality of agriculture, preserve and promote strong existing neighborhoods, integrate art and culture into the public realm, encourage public gathering places, and promote higher density mixed use development at six focused areas of the community. Follow this link to read the full overview of our work with Pittsfield Charter Township: https://lnkd.in/gMK7nCbP #planning #Michigan #ClientSuccess #local #Zoning #Ordinance #Update #landuse #community #municipality

For elected and appointed officials, it is imperative to remain informed and current on the latest planning and zoning practices. Whether newly elected or a long-term Planning Commissioner, all officials benefit from skills and knowledge to better understand roles and responsibilities. With that in mind, we at Carlisle | Wortman Associates would like to share the following mix of in person and virtual regional workshops being offered by the Michigan Association of Planning in March. Ranging from topics like "Planning and Zoning Essentials, Community Engagement and Managing Risk," knowledgeable and experienced instructors will "make it easy for you to receive the education and training necessary to keep up with the ever-changing land use landscape." Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/e2QHtHih #planning #Michigan #continuededucation #training #workshop #landuse #community #Zoning #skills #knowledge

We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates are proud of the communities we work alongside and celebrate their accomplishments. With that said, we would like to take the opportunity to highlight our client of nearly 30 years, the City of Plymouth, Michigan, and the recent Michigan Economic Development Corporation success story of how a blighted, condemned property in their historic old village was given new life. The following article highlights how local engineering consulting company GreenPath Design acquired the building and, with the help of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, has helped "kick off a wave of revitalization in the historic old village." Follow this link to read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gKMKg5NT #planning #Michigan #supportlocal #smallbusiness #future #local #investment #redevelopment #positivity #community #Revitalization

As representatives of many municipalities throughout our great State of Michigan, Carlisle | Wortman Associates takes pride in actively providing support, encouragement, and opportunities for growth. We are pleased to share that local community leadership throughout Michigan are now eligible to apply on behalf of any qualifying small business seeking funding support via the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's "Match on Main" reimbursement grant program. "Small businesses are the cornerstone of what makes Michigan’s downtowns unique and authentic" and the Match on Main program provides local leadership a strategy to help them succeed! Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dUWGCtJY #planning #Michigan #local #smallbusiness #grantprogram #leadership #supportlocal #growth #funding #opportunity #future

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is "committed to the conservation, protection, management, use and enjoyment of the state's natural and cultural resources for current and future generations." This commitment was recently on display as the DNR announced recipients of their 2025 Community Forestry Grants - and our client, the City of Chelsea, Michigan, was one of the communities that received funding! We at Carlisle | Wortman Associates would like to congratulate the City of Chelsea, Michigan on their success and look forward to the urban tree canopy assessment and tree preservation plan that will come from it! Follow this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjtDkPwM #planning #Michigan #conservation #Sustainability #grants #local #commitment #preservation