Events
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Jan 29
Citizen Planner Jackson County Classroom Program 2026
January 29, 2026 – March 12, 2026 Wellwise Services at 107 Chicago St, Brooklyn, MI 49230
This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
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Feb 5
2026 School of Planning Design & Construction Fair
February 5, 2026 1:30PM – 4:30PM MSU Union Ballroom
MSU will host the 2026 School of Planning Design & Construction Fair on February 5, 2026 at the MSU Union Ball Room.
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Feb 9
Fiscally Ready Communities: Budgeting for Fiscal Sustainability
February 9, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM
This training will provide best practices for local governments' fiscal health including budgeting, long-term planning, dealing with uncertainty, and financial policies and procedures.
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Feb 10
Governing Essentials: Open Meetings Act (February 2026)
February 10, 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.
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Feb 10
Roles and Responsibilities of a Planning Commission - Ionia County
February 10, 2026 6:30PM – 8:00PM
This 90-minute in-person program focuses on the basics of planning commissions for local elected and appointed officials and interested residents.
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Feb 17
Governing Essentials: Parliamentary Procedure (February 2026)
February 17, 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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Feb 23
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With
February 23, 2026 – March 5, 2026 Zoom
Unique virtual experience encompassing many aspects of the agricultural industry
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Feb 24
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (February 2026)
February 24, 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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Mar 3
Governing Essentials: Ethical Public Service (March 2026)
March 3, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session explores the principles of ethical public service, emphasizing transparency and accountability in governance.
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Mar 3
Citizen Planner Barry County Classroom Program 2026
March 3, 2026 – April 7, 2026 Tyden Center Community Room at 121 S Church St, Hastings, MI 49058
This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.
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