Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association

Download the lists that you need, circle your listings and FAX to (517) 381-0638.

As we reported to you throughout the year 2006, as of January 1, 2008, all firms operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle(s) within the State of Michigan (intrastate) are required to have a USDOT number on their vehicle(s). The use of a Commercial Motor Vehicle without a USDOT is now in violation of law and subject to enforcement action and fines. Enforcement of this law began January 1, 2008.

It’s easy to determine if you need a USDOT Number and even easier to acquire one. Click the link here for more information:

Upcoming Chapter Events

SWMLA Midwinter Conference - February 21, 2008

WMNLA March Garden Day - March 15, 2008

On Saturday, December 1, 2007, less than 17 hours after it had taken effect, the Governor signed House Bill 5408, repealing the service tax.

The efforts you put in with E-mails, faxes, phone calls, and personal visits worked. Thank you!

The Michigan Department of Treasury is alerting businesses that collected the 6% Use Tax for select services that they have an option about how to handle any monies collected, given the repeal of the tax. Businesses that charged and collected the use tax on services, before the law was repealed on December 1st, can either refund that money to the purchaser/user of the service or remit the revenue to the State of Michigan, when the first Use Tax payment is due. For many businesses, that payment is scheduled to be remitted by January 20, 2008.

The extension of the Use Tax to select services was repealed on December 1st, just hours after it went into effect. Given that repeal, businesses have the option noted above.

Part of the deal to repeal the use tax on select services includes an agreement to pass legislation, that would be introduced and passed by the Legislature, that will hold businesses harmless if they didn't collect the use tax on Saturday, December 1st.

About the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association

The Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA), established in 1922, is the statewide trade association that represents over 8,000 licensed green industry firms in Michigan. Segments of the green industry that we serve include landscape contractors, landscape management, landscape design, garden center, golf course maintenance, irrigation, greenhouse production, grower, interiorscape, nursery production, supplier, turf management, water gardener, and snow plowing firms.

Our organization is committed to developing and fostering partnerships to provide unparalleled resources for our green industry. Regional MNLA Chapters include:

On a state level, MNLA partners with the following Plant Michigan Allied Members:

In addition, we have established and flourishing partnerships with related green industry universities, regulatory agencies, and state and national associations, including Michigan State University, Lansing Community College, Oakland Community College, Michigan Department of Agriculture, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Michigan IPM Alliance, Arboriculture Society of Michigan, Michigan Invasive Plant Council, the National Irrigation Association, the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, the American Nursery and Landscape Association and Professional Landcare Network.

Other MNLA Websites:




			2008 Legislative Day - Registration Form 2008-2009 Buyer's Guide Plant Inventory Lists (PDFs) Download the lists that you need, circle your listings and FAX to (517) 381-0638. Deadline is Friday, February 22nd. Bulbs Ferns Fruits Grasses Groundcovers Hostas Patio Plants Perennials Rhododendrons & Azaleas Trees & Shrubs Water Garden Plants To: MNLA Members From: Amy Frankmann Date: January 10, 2008 Re: MNLA Member-Only COMPLIANCE ALERT As we reported to you throughout the year 2006, as of January 1, 2008, all firms operating a Commercial Motor Vehicle(s) within the State of Michigan (intrastate) are required to have a USDOT number on their vehicle(s). The use of a Commercial Motor Vehicle without a USDOT is now in violation of law and subject to enforcement action and fines. Enforcement of this law began January 1, 2008. It’s easy to determine if you need a USDOT Number and even easier to acquire one. Click the link here for more information: Michigan Intrastate USDOT Numbers Frequently Asked Questions LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT? SEE THE JANUARY 2008 JOB PLACEMENT ADS Upcoming Chapter Events SWMLA Midwinter Conference - February 21, 2008 WMNLA March Garden Day - March 15, 2008 Service Tax Repealed! On Saturday, December 1, 2007, less than 17 hours after it had taken effect, the Governor signed House Bill 5408, repealing the service tax. The efforts you put in with E-mails, faxes, phone calls, and personal visits worked. Thank you! From the Michigan Department of Treasury: The Michigan Department of Treasury is alerting businesses that collected the 6% Use Tax for select services that they have an option about how to handle any monies collected, given the repeal of the tax. Businesses that charged and collected the use tax on services, before the law was repealed on December 1st, can either refund that money to the purchaser/user of the service or remit the revenue to the State of Michigan, when the first Use Tax payment is due. For many businesses, that payment is scheduled to be remitted by January 20, 2008. The extension of the Use Tax to select services was repealed on December 1st, just hours after it went into effect. Given that repeal, businesses have the option noted above. Part of the deal to repeal the use tax on select services includes an agreement to pass legislation, that would be introduced and passed by the Legislature, that will hold businesses harmless if they didn't collect the use tax on Saturday, December 1st. About the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association The Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA), established in 1922, is the statewide trade association that represents over 8,000 licensed green industry firms in Michigan. Segments of the green industry that we serve include landscape contractors, landscape management, landscape design, garden center, golf course maintenance, irrigation, greenhouse production, grower, interiorscape, nursery production, supplier, turf management, water gardener, and snow plowing firms. Our organization is committed to developing and fostering partnerships to provide unparalleled resources for our green industry. Regional MNLA Chapters include: Associated Grand Rapids Landscape Professionals (AGRLP) Capital Area Landscape and Nursery Association (CALNA) Genesee Area Landscape and Nursery Association (GALNA) Northern Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association (NMNLA) Saginaw Valley Nursery and Landscape Association (SVNLA) Southeast Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association (SEMNLA) Southwest Michigan Landscape Association (SWMLA) West Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association (WMNLA) On a state level, MNLA partners with the following Plant Michigan Allied Members: Michigan Native Plant Producers Association (MNPPA) Michigan Seedling Growers Association (MSGA) Michigan Sod Growers Association (MSGA) In addition, we have established and flourishing partnerships with related green industry universities, regulatory agencies, and state and national associations, including Michigan State University, Lansing Community College, Oakland Community College, Michigan Department of Agriculture, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Michigan IPM Alliance, Arboriculture Society of Michigan, Michigan Invasive Plant Council, the National Irrigation Association, the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, the American Nursery and Landscape Association and Professional Landcare Network. Other MNLA Websites: www.plantmichigan.com (website for green industry consumers) www.glte.org (Great Lakes Trade Exposition website)