Events

  • Jun 3

    Fiscally Ready Communities: From Fundamentals to Best Practices

    June 3, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM

    This program focuses on implementing financial best practices, measuring fiscal health, and local government financial management fundamentals.

  • Jun 10

    County Commissioner Midterm Essentials - Grayling

    June 10, 2026 10:00AM – 3:00PM Kirtland Community College, 4800 W Four Mile Road, Grayling, MI 49738

    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.

  • Jul 8

    ZAC in Action: Proven Results and How to Get Involved in 2027

    July 8, 2026 11:00AM – 7:30PM Zoom

    This free 30-minute webinar will give an overview of MSU Extension’s Zoning Administrator Certificate (ZAC) Program, its impacts, and how to register and prepare for the 2027 offerings of ZAC.

  • Aug 18

    Tools for Effective Facilitation Workshop (Formerly Facilitative Leadership)

    August 18, 2026 – August 20, 2026 Farm Bureau, 7373 W Saginaw Hwy, Lansing, MI 48917

    The three-day Tools for Effective Facilitation workshop helps build the capacity of groups or organizations to use the collective talents of its members to coordinate actions, strengthen relationships, and enable the group to meet its goals.

  • Aug 20

    Fiscally Ready Communities: Getting Grant Ready

    August 20, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM

    Join us for an engaging webinar designed to help local government officials navigate the full lifecycle of grants—from identifying the right opportunities to ensuring compliance and successful reporting.

  • Sep 15

    Governing Essentials: Open Meetings Act (September 2026)

    September 15, 2026 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.