Government and Community
Upcoming programs and events:
This 90-minute in person program focuses on the basics of planning commission for local elected and appointed officials and interested residents.
Fiscally Ready Communities: Nuts and Bolts - Fees, Fines, Purchasing, and Receipting
June 16, 2025 2:00PM – 3:30PM
This webinar will include a deep dive into best practices related to fees, fines, purchasing, receipting, and more. It will cover what they are, why such policies are necessary, and how to get started on implementation.
June 18, 2025 6:30PM – 7:30PM Zoom
This webinar series is designed to offer continuing education for Master Citizen Planners in a convenient online opportunity and is open to all planning and zoning officials.
GLLA Local Government Leadership Intensive-Southwest Michigan
June 21, 2025 10:00AM – 4:00PM MSU Extension-Van Buren-57418 CR 681, Suite A, Hartford MI 49057
Join us for a 1-day Leadership Intensive to learn more about the GLLA way!
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.
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