MEDC Grant Helps Lansing Group Take on Underserved Areas
Supported by a grant from the MEDC, the Lansing Economic Area Partnership is launching a new initiative that aims to empower community and business stakeholders in the southwest area of the City of Lansing.
Unleash Michigan Energy Pushes for Bid System for New Generation
MLive reports that a new nonprofit, Unleash Michigan Energy, along with several business are pushing for the state to put new energy generation capacity contracts out to competetive bid rather than rely on incumbent energy companies.
Data Center Tax Breaks Highlight Rift in MI Economic Strategy
According to Crain's Detroit Business, the recent approval of tax breaks for incoming and existing data centers throughout Michigan would result in a loss of close to $22M in lost tax revenue, dividing law makers and interest groups on the costs and benefits of such legislation.
Orion Township, MI Pace Program Report
Lean & Green Michigan's PACE Program Report for Orion Township in Michigan covers the task a municipality's needs to establish PACE financing. The report provides steps and a sample PACE agreement.
Tax Credit Programs Provide Incentive for Preserving
The David Whitney building is an example of achievement in historic preservation. Having historic tax credits can have a major influence on a lender when a project is seeking financing.
CDFA Retains Lobbyist Eric Silva with New Firm
CDFA is pleased to announce the selection of North South Government Strategies (NSGS) as the Council's legislative representation on Capitol Hill. Eric Silva, Founding Partner with NSGS, will continue his work as CDFA's legislative representative.
Obama Signs Five Year, $305B Highway Bill
The Bond Buyer Reports that President Obama signed a five-year $305B transportation funding bill, allocating $225B for mass transit and highway improvements through fiscal 2020.
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