The latest in Lansing

Curious about what happened this week at the Capitol?  Don't miss your chance to be "in the know" by reading MTA's Weekly Legislative Report.  In this issue, you'll learn about the state Senate's action last week to eliminate the Michigan Business Tax surcharge, receive an update on the Great Lakes Compact, and see which bills Gov. Jennifer Granholm signed into law.  Find out how these issues impact township government.

Conference housing opens to MTA members Oct. 15

Housing for MTA's 56th Annual Educational Conference & Expo, coming to the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center on Jan. 27-30, will open at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008. Reservations may be made online through our secure reservation system, or by sending a completed reservation form via fax or mail. Bookmark the countdown clock or download the Hotel Reservation Form to expedite the process.   Download a registration brochure, or click here for the Annual Conference main Web page, with links to individual Conference highlights and information.

Headlines & Hot Topics

• Click here to learn how HJR III could impact local government.

• Click here for more information and sample policies on the new "Red Flag Rules" that some townships must comply with by Nov. 1. 

• See which candidates in your community MTA-PAC endorsed for the general election. Click here to review the endorsed candidate list.

• Click here to visit MTA's Web page on "Transitioning to the New Michigan Planning Enabling Act" and to download model planning commission ordinances.

Events & Professional Development Opportunities

• Evening Planning & Zoning Workshop

• Tax Collecting Training for New Treasurers and Deputies

• New Officials Training Dates and Locations Announced

Featured Township Web Sites

Tuscarora Township, Cheboygan County

Charter Township of Allendale, Ottawa County