“MICHIGAN’S NEW NORMAL”
Jan. 25 Forum will Help Guide Manistee Strategies
Manistee, Michigan – If you’re a representative on a Manistee County governing body, board, commission or committee, a member of Tribal government or a concerned business owner or resident, you won’t want to miss “Michigan’s New Normal,” a forum on January 25, 2011 from 7-9 p.m. in Manistee’s City Hall in Council Chambers. Organized by the Alliance for Economic Success at the request of Manistee’s City Council, the interactive forum will feature three Michigan leaders who will discuss Michigan’s current economic and political landscape and potential implications and opportunities that should be considered as communities plan for the future.
The panel will include:
Jeff Guilfoyle, President, Citizens Research Council of Michigan
CRC seeks to support sound governmental policy through factual, objective research and has extensive institutional knowledge on every facet of government. CRC has recently completed initiatives involving shared serves and collaboration among local governments and the impact of Michigan’s economy on local governments. Mr. Guilfoyle will discuss the implications for local governments within the context of the State’s economy and potential policy shifts. (More information available at www.crcmich.org)
Chris MacInnes, Chief Operating Officer, Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa
Ms. MacInnes has served as Chair of the Michigan Travel Commission and was recently appointed by the Governor to the Board of Directors of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Ms. MacInnes will share perspectives on how emerging state strategies and the “New Normal” may influence strategies in northwest Michigan, such as those involving Crystal Mountain, recognized as one of the most successful four-season resorts in the United States. (More information available at www.crystalmountain.com)
Tony Minghine, Associate Executive Director and Chief Operating officer, Michigan Municipal League
The MML is known as the voice for Michigan’s communities through advocacy at the state and federal levels with a goal of helping municipalities sustain highly livable, desirable and unique places within Michigan. Mr. Minghine will focus on what Michigan municipalities should be considering in view of State and Federal trends and policies. (More information available at www.mml.org)
“We originally wanted a session to ensure that City Council considered the State’s economic and political climate in updating the strategic plan for the City,” said City Mayor Richard Mack. “Now that we have secured leaders and experts of this caliber, we want to extend a special invitation to all of our fellow governments – Tribal, County, Townships and Villages as well as our citizenry. This forum will help all of us develop plans and strategies in view of the special challenges and opportunities in Michigan.”
Each of the forum participants will offer remarks involving Michigan’s economic and political climate and emerging trends, followed by an interactive discussion including audience questions. The forum will be facilitated by the Alliance for Economic Success. Seating will be on a first come, first serve basis, with a capacity of 80.