David Haynes
David Haynes has served as a professor of public administration and public policy. He previously has served as President of Northern Michigan University. David has been involved in the public administration and political science field for over 45 years.
CRC article warns of challenges in borrowing to stabilize the state budget
In a recent article, the Citizens Research Council of Michigan provided important information and research on the risks and challenges involved with borrowing to stabilize Michigan’s state budget.
Whispers, Noise & Rumors: June 15, 2020
State revenue woes continue, more on revenue options, state prison population during COVID, and a Marquette rumor from whisperers. Read more in this week’s Whispers, Noise & Rumors.
Whispers, Noise & Rumors: June 8, 2020
Students returning to UP campuses, Soo Locks expansion, Copper Country wifi hotspots, and airport service in the UP. Read more in this week’s Whispers, Noise & Rumors.
Whispers, Noise & Rumors: June 1, 2020
State budget cuts, UP budget cuts, and COVID coordination. Read more in this week’s Whispers, Noise & Rumors.
Whispers, Noise & Rumors: May 25, 2020
Read more in this week’s Whispers, Noise & Rumors.
Whispers, Noise & Rumors: May 18, 2020
Michigan revenue estimates, state employee workforce cut, veterans enrolling at UP state universities, and the significance of our zip codes. Read more in today’s issue of Whispers, Noise & Rumors.
The Impact of Child Care in Rural Upper Peninsula and Compared to Three Urban Counties in Lower Michigan
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, though facing much higher rates of poverty and unemployment, sees comparable costs…
Whispers, Noise & Rumors: May 11, 2020
U.P. festival cancellations, state revenue projections, universities opening campuses, and public health investment. Read the latest in this week’s edition of Rural Whispers, Noise & Rumors.
Thinking about Michigan’s state and local government financial future
A recent webinar put on by the Citizens Research Council shed some light on the financial future of Michigan’s state and local governments.
Impact of COVID-19 on rural businesses and the Upper Peninsula communities
The Marquette Downtown Development Authority recently conducted a study to know what some local business owners are saying about when businesses should open, which should open first, and how it all impacts the employees of these businesses and the owners.
