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Bloomberg Gives Michigan Positive Report
Bloomberg’s Economic Evaluation of the States has ranked Michigan second, a report Snyder Administration officials hope will aid in their efforts to encourage new business investment. Only North Dakota ranked above Michigan on the list; however, North Dakota was also the only state that achieved an improved economy between the 4th quarter of 2008 and the 2nd quarter of 2011. Michigan simply declined less than all other states.

Asset Test for Food Assistance Changed
The Michigan Department of Human Services, reportedly after receiving significant input from advocacy groups and case workers, have changed their standards regarding the treatment of vehicles in determining eligibility for the food assistance program. Persons with greater than $5,000 in assets or vehicles valued at greater than $15,000 were ineligible for food assistance under the policy effective October 1st. Starting January 1, 2012, the new policy will provide for a one vehicle exemption from the asset test and a $15,000 value limit on subsequent vehicles.

Saugatuck Area Seeking Consolidation
A Consolidated Government Committee (CGC) representing residents in the City of Saugatuck and Saugatuck and Douglas Townships have presented the State with petitions signed by nearly 450 residents. State law requires 5 percent of the area’s population be included in the collected signatures – the CGC submitted signatures on behalf of roughly 8.5 percent of the more than 5,100 residents. Next step for the potential consolidation of the governmental units is the State Boundary Commission.

State Christmas Tree In-bound
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry and Beverly Kilburn of Houghton Lake have donated this year’s State Christmas Tree, a 61-foot blue spruce scheduled to arrive Saturday, November 5th. The tree lighting will be Friday, November 18th during the annual Lansing Silver Bells in the City festival.

posted by PAA Online , Friday, November 4, 2011 10:44 AM
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