A micropolitan area is something there's been quite a lot of talk about in the central U.P, lately, including this meeting recently.
Excerpt: In an effort to revitalize the economy of the Central Upper Peninsula, municipalities are considering developing regional strategies that offer more clout for competitive government funding.
Escanaba City Manager Jim O'Toole and Marquette City Manager Bill Vajda presented the concept of forming a "micropolitan area" to community leaders from Delta and Marquette counties.
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Source: Escanaba Daily Press
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