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House advances bill to allow contracted election administrator

Townships could soon be able to contract for election administration when their township clerk and deputy clerk are not available to perform the election duties. House Bill 5717, sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy Twp.) and supported by MTA, was...

Do you want your township to be accurately counted in the 2030 Census?

An accurate census count matters for your township as Michigan uses the census count to direct funding of state dollars to local governments, including the amount of constitutional revenue sharing available for your township. Join a training on Wednesday,...

Fire inspection changes considered for certain childcare facilities

Childcare centers located in school buildings would no longer be required to seek a separate fire inspection under legislation approved unanimously by the Senate. Senate Bill 313, introduced by Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing), would allow superintendents...

No pop quizzes, just practical takeaways

From one-hour webinars to half-day events, MTA offers township tailored training. Summer options abound from elections to meetings and community engagement to strategic planning. Check out our study hall for stronger communities.

Michigan Townships Association Scholarship supports students pursuing public service

Applications are now being accepted for an annual scholarship that provides financial assistance to today’s students who are aspiring to future leadership roles in their community. Students pursuing coursework or a degree to assist in serving local government...

Michigan Townships Association Scholarship supports students pursuing public service

Applications are now being accepted for an annual scholarship that provides financial assistance to today’s students who are aspiring to future leadership roles in their community. Students pursuing coursework or a degree to assist in serving local government...

No pop quizzes, just practical takeaways

From one-hour webinars to half-day events, MTA offers township tailored training. Summer options abound from elections to meetings and community engagement to strategic planning. Check out our study hall for stronger communities.

Fire inspection changes considered for certain childcare facilities

Childcare centers located in school buildings would no longer be required to seek a separate fire inspection under legislation approved unanimously by the Senate. Senate Bill 313, introduced by Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing), would allow superintendents...

Do you want your township to be accurately counted in the 2030 Census?

An accurate census count matters for your township as Michigan uses the census count to direct funding of state dollars to local governments, including the amount of constitutional revenue sharing available for your township. Join a training on Wednesday,...

House advances bill to allow contracted election administrator

Townships could soon be able to contract for election administration when their township clerk and deputy clerk are not available to perform the election duties. House Bill 5717, sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy Twp.) and supported by MTA, was...

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