Events
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Sep 21
Fiscally Ready Communities: Communicating Fiscal Risk and Prudent Decision Making
September 21, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM
This session will explore ways local government can communicate about their financial position, evaluate the risks they face, and establish processes to help with hard decisions, and engage the public and decision-makers throughout the process.
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Sep 22
Governing Essentials: Parliamentary Procedure (September 2026)
September 22, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session will focus on parliamentary principles, motions, and debate and decorum during meetings. Participants will explore scenarios and practice skills.
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Sep 24
2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Grand Rapids
September 24, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM MSU Extension Kent County, 775 Ball Ave. N.E., Grand Rapids
Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.
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Sep 29
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)
September 29, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session will help your board improve its governance to positively impact your community. Better board governance leads to more effective organizations that improve our communities.
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Sep 29
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)
September 29, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session will help your board improve its governance to positively impact your community. Better board governance leads to more effective organizations that improve our communities.
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Sep 29
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)
September 29, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session will help your board improve its governance to positively impact your community. Better board governance leads to more effective organizations that improve our communities.
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Oct 6
Governing Essentials: Ethical Public Service (October 2026)
October 6, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session explores the principles of ethical public service, emphasizing transparency and accountability in governance.
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Oct 6
2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Brooklyn (Near Jackson)
October 6, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Wellwise Services Area Agency on Aging, 107 Chicago St., Brooklyn
Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.
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Oct 6
Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities
October 6, 2026 6:30PM – 8:00PM Zoom
This 90-minute program will explore trends and policy tools for communities to consider related to short-term rentals (STRs).
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Oct 7
County Commissioner Midterm Essentials - East Lansing
October 7, 2026 10:00AM – 3:00PM MSU Federal Credit Union, 3777 West Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
A one‑day learning experience for county officials focused on fiscal outlooks, collaboration practices, and effective governance, providing practical insights, networking opportunities, and space to learn from peers to strengthen county leadership.
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