Competitive 21st Century Communities

Better Communities. Better Michigan.

Dan Gilmartin, CEO & Executive Director Michigan Municipal League

Better Communities. Better Michigan.

one clear voice for Michigan communities

highly livable, desirable, and unique places

help educate and inspire

passionately and aggressively pushing change

“The lesson Michigan needs to learn is clear: The places that are doing best today and almost certainly will do the best in the future are those states and regions that are concentrated in knowledge-based services, not factories.” – Lou Glazer, Michigan Future Inc.

“We know that educational attainment is the biggest predictor of success for cities and metro areas today. The research is unassailable.” – CEOs for Cities Talent Dividend 2011

“Nearly 90% of the 45+ population indicated they would like to stay in their community for as long as possible and that it is important for them to remain near their family and friends, and be able to access the services they need.” – AARP 2011

Michigan State University Extension

The Arts Alliance

Detroit Renaissance

Detroit Regional Chamber

Crain’s Detroit Business

Community Foundation of SE MI

Citizens Research Council

The Center for Michigan

Brookings Institute

Michigan Economic Development Corporation

Michigan Association of Planning (MAP)

Lansing Economic Development Corporation

Land Policy Institute

Land Information Access Association (LIAA)

Hudson Webber Foundation

Public Sector Consultants

Project for Public Places

NAACP

Zimmerman/Volk Associates, Inc.

West Michigan Strategic Alliance

University of Chicago Organizations and Strategy, Graduate School of Business

SEMCOG

Urban Land Institute

The Right Place

Great Lakes Urban Exchange (GLUE)

Ferrell Madden Associates

Detroit Free Press

Creative Tampa Bay

Congress of New Urbanism

Cities of Promise

CEOs for Cities

Martin Waymire Advocacy Communications

Issue Media Group

Histories, Arts, & Libraries (HAL)

President’s Council

New Economy Initiative

Michigan State Housing Development Authority

Michigan CNU

Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM)

Michigan Suburbs Alliance

Sense of Place Council

Michigan Future Inc.

Grand Valley Metro Council

Art Serve Michigan

Brookings Institute

The Center for Michigan

Crain’s Detroit Business

ICMA

Kresge Foundation

LEAP

Public Policy Associates

Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM)

UN Habitat FOR A BETTER URBAN FUTURE

Physical Design & Walkability

Transit

Messaging & Technology

Welcoming

Green Initiatives

Cultural Economic Development

Entrepreneurship

Education

Creating 21st Century Communities

“Placemaking is the single most important strategy that governments can adopt to build community and citizen capacity over time.” - Peter Smith, CEO, City of Adelaide

PlacePlans: Successful placemaking is a dynamic, strategic approach to community development and economic revitalization based on an individual community’s strengths within core “quality of life” areas.

“A community with an entrepreneurial culture is one that can effectively benefit from the “social capital” associated with entrepreneurship.” – Rob Fowler, CEO, SBAM

DETROIT SOUP: A monthly public dinner event and presentation series where attendees vote and fund small to medium-sized arts and community projects.

MARK’S CARTS: Bringing people of all ages together by offering delicious local food and communal seating, which has generated energy and activity on the nearby streets and neighborhood.

“Expecting early 19th century or even mid-20th century governance structures to handle the challenges of the early 21st century is not realistic.” – Chris Leinberger, President, LOCUS

“Walkable urban places and projects will drive tomorrow’s real estate industry and the economy, and what actions are needed to take advantage of these market trends.” – “The Walk UP Wake-Up Call”

Michigan’s 15 Metro Areas

82% Population

84% Jobs

86% Economic Output

PARTNERSHIP FOR PLACE proposes a commitment of action in partnership between the State and its municipalities that will facilitate Michigan’s economic growth and allow for the development of places to provide key services and amenities that contribute to a high quality of life.

FUNDING FOR THE FUTURE: Making sure that funds and tools are available to operate efficiently and work regionally in order to succeed globally.

MICHIGAN IN MOTION: Shifting from near exclusive vehicular-based investment to alternative modes of transportation that will accommodate all users.

PLACE FOR TALENT: Partnering with the State to attract and retain talented workers in our communities through placemaking policies.

STRENGTH IN STRUCTURE: Seeking out solutions to invest in infrastructure and development where it will produce the best results and target resources with maximum outcomes.

Thriving communities are a key to Michigan’s long-term success and sustainability. If we are going to compete globally in the 21st century, then it is critical to create communities that can attract and retain talent and enterprise.

Dan Gilmartin CEO & Executive Director Michigan Municipal League E-mail: dpg@mml.org Twitter: @dpgilmartin Blog: www.economicsofplace.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/MMLeague