Preserving, Protecting, and Enhancing Michigan's Scenic Resources
Scenic Michigan is a broad coalition of Michiganders from all walks of life who care passionately about protecting Michigan’s spectacular beauty. Since 1996, Scenic Michigan has fought to eliminate blight, stem Michigan’s excessive proliferation of roadway billboards, reduce light pollution, and protect the state’s most scenic and beautiful vistas. Scenic Michigan is an affiliate of Scenic America, a national organization sharing our goals.
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Sign Regulation: Upcoming Trainings and Guidebook
Our recently updated Michigan Sign Guidebook (2021) provides essential guidance about the local planning and regulation of business and advertising signs. Learn how to utilize content-neutral sign regulations to enhance the scenic quality of your community, while addressing critical legal issues.
Register for a two-hour webinar on May 12th or 24th to learn more. Registration for this program includes a digital copy of Scenic Michigan’s updated Michigan Sign Guidebook and companion webinar.
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Looking for your dream job... search no further. We're hiring our next Executive Director. -- TITLE Executive Director CLASSIFICATION Part-time, contract employment; exempt from overtime REPORTS TO Board of Directors SUMMARY Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) is the sole staff person for Scenic Michigan (SM)…
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2015 decision in Reed v. Town of Gilbert significantly impacted local governments’ approach to sign regulation. The case’s application of the content neutrality doctrine rendered most of the local sign regulations in Michigan unconstitutional. Recent Sixth Circuit court decisions challenge local governments’ ability to continue with longstanding modes…
Scenic Michigan celebrates the life and legacy of Frank Kelley, Michigan’s attorney general from 1961-98, who died March 5 at the age of 96. Lauded across the U.S. as a giant of public service and champion of civil rights, consumer and environmental protection, Kelley served on Scenic Michigan’s Board of…