Do employees have First Amendmen...
In the private sector, the First Amendment does not apply. However, in the public sector, employees have First Amendment rights that may pro...
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Yes, the 2023 amendments to the Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act broadened the definitions of “eligible activities” and “eligible property” to allow for tax increment financing of housing development activities where a community has identified a specific housing need. These amendments make the TIF program available for housing development in addition to traditional eligible activities such as removal and abatement of contaminants. This creates a new opportunity for municipalities to use tax increment financing for the creation of housing and improvement of properties.
In the private sector, the First Amendment does not apply. However, in the public sector, employees have First Amendment rights that may pro...
Read MoreOne of the most difficult and intimidating aspects of being a municipal employer is managing employee misconduct or poor performance. City, ...
Read MoreWhile some factors may change the outcome, the answer is generally no. In fact, “[n]o Michigan decision has ever held that a dedication of...
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