Events

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • Oct 9

    Local Government Leadership Intensive

    October 9, 2026 10:00AM – 4:00PM Grand Traverse County Government Center, 400 Boardman Ave., Traverse City, MI 49684

    Develop your leadership approach while working through a real-world challenge in this highly interactive, one-day intensive for local government officials and staff.

  • Oct 12

    2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Battle Creek

    October 12, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Toeller Building Conference Room, 191 E Michigan Ave., Battle Creek, 49014

    Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.

  • Oct 14

    What’s on the Ballot? Understanding Michigan’s 2026 Ballot Proposals

    October 14, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM

    Join MSU Extension and the Citizens Research Council of Michigan for a FREE educational webinar exploring the two statewide ballot proposals on the 2026 ballot.

  • Oct 14

    Conducting Land Division Reviews

    October 14, 2026 12:30PM – 3:30PM Zoom Webinar

    This program is a technical training for the local official responsible for reviewing land divisions, as required by the Michigan Land Division Act, PA 288 of 1967, as amended, being MCL 560.101 et seq.

  • Oct 15

    Local Government Policy and Practice: Municipal Electric Utilities: Past, Present, and Future

    October 15, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    Dr. Erik Nordman will cover the origins and current status of municipal electric utilities in Michigan, and look at Ann Arbor's proposal to create its own municipal utility and the future of municipal utilities in Michigan.

  • Oct 15

    2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Saginaw

    October 15, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Saginaw Charter Township Fire Station #1, 6171 Shattuck Rd., Saginaw

    Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.