Government and Community
Upcoming programs and events:
Governing Essentials: Open Meetings Act (Summer 2025
August 5, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM-The Michigan Open Meetings Act furthers government transparency by requiring public boards to provide notice and make decisions in an open public meeting. Participants will learn the requirements of the Act as well as answers to frequently asked questions.
Facilitative Leadership: Aug. 12-14, 2025
August 12, 2025 – August 14, 2025-MSU Brody Square, 241 W. Brody Rd., East Lansing, MI 48825 This three-day class focuses on creating an inclusive culture of collaborative learning in teams, communities, and organizations.
August 12, 2025 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.
Property Tax Foreclosure Basics
August 13, 2025 12:00PM – 1:00PM Webinar-This webinar will describe the property tax timeline in Michigan and possible assistance options.
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (Summer 2025
August 19, 2025 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.
Fiscally Ready Communities: From Fundamentals to Best Practice
August 21, 2025 10:00AM – 11:30AM -This program focuses on implementing financial best practices, measuring fiscal health, and local government financial management fundamentals.
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