Events
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Dec 3
Governing Essentials: Open Meetings Act (Winter 2025)
December 3, 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.
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Dec 4
Fiscally Ready Communities: Getting Grant Ready - December 2025
December 4, 2025 10:00AM – 11:30AM
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.
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Dec 10
Governing Essentials: Parliamentary Procedure (Winter 2025)
December 10, 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.
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Dec 17
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (Winter 2025)
December 17, 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.
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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 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 23
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With
February 23, 2026 – February 27, 2026 Zoom
Unique virtual experience encompassing many aspects of the agricultural industry
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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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