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The Current Issues Affecting Michigan Local Governments Webinar Series was designed for elected and appointed officials at all levels of local government and their staffs, as well as any Michigan resident interested in learning about the biggest issues public officials are dealing with. The webinar series is organized by MSU Extension public policy specialist Eric Walcott.

Upcoming Webinars

Wellbeing and Employee Retention - October 24 at 1 PM ET

As workplaces and worker preferences change, many Michigan local governments are facing significant challenges related to employee attraction and retention. A workplace culture that supports employee well-being is one strategy some local units are using to support employee retention. In this webinar, Midland County Administrator Bridgette Gransden will present on Midland County's efforts to support employee well-being and the impact of those efforts on county staff.

Recent Webinars

Sustainability Efforts in Local Government

Hear from the City of Holland on how they have embraced sustainability at the municipal level. Holland’s Sustainability Manager, Dan Broersma, shares their success stories and provide first-step suggestions on what local governments can do to recognize and move sustainability forward.

Local Government Codes of Conduct: Going Beyond the Minimum

Codes of Conduct can be a useful tool for members of elected and appointed boards. They help underscore a person's role, expected behavior, and set clear expectations for how members will conduct themselves. This webinar uses the planning commission as an example of how a code of conduct can be a valuable tool, and discusses how other bodies can use them as well.

Other previous webinars are recorded and available by clicking on the Resources tab.