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Read the July issue of Township Focus!

Discover how communities throughout the state celebrated our nation’s 250th birthday, meet Michigan’s 2026 gubernatorial candidates & so much more!

Legislature approves FY 2026-2027 state budget

The Legislature approved the state’s FY 2026-2027 budget totaling $75.2 billion, which includes a general fund total of $14.1 billion. Due to a projected $1 billion shortfall, the final budget is smaller than the state’s current fiscal year budget. Funding...

Repeal of state-issued youth work permits passes House

The House approved legislation repealing requirements for the state Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to develop and maintain a registration system for minors seeking work and issue work permits. House Bill 5727, sponsored by Rep. Mike Hoadley...

House approves foreclosure rights changes

Legislation to increase transparency around foreclosure proceedings was passed by the House. House Bill 5152, sponsored by Rep. Brad Paquette (R-Niles), requires foreclosure sale notices and cancellations to be recorded with the county register of deeds....

MTA to file amicus brief on PA 233 case appeal to Michigan Supreme Court

The MTA Legal Defense Fund Committee approved the Association’s filing of an amicus brief in support of an Application for Leave to Appeal in the Michigan Supreme Court to reverse the Michigan Public Service Commission’s (MPSC) Implementation Order of...

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.

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.

MTA to file amicus brief on PA 233 case appeal to Michigan Supreme Court

The MTA Legal Defense Fund Committee approved the Association’s filing of an amicus brief in support of an Application for Leave to Appeal in the Michigan Supreme Court to reverse the Michigan Public Service Commission’s (MPSC) Implementation Order of...

House approves foreclosure rights changes

Legislation to increase transparency around foreclosure proceedings was passed by the House. House Bill 5152, sponsored by Rep. Brad Paquette (R-Niles), requires foreclosure sale notices and cancellations to be recorded with the county register of deeds....

Repeal of state-issued youth work permits passes House

The House approved legislation repealing requirements for the state Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to develop and maintain a registration system for minors seeking work and issue work permits. House Bill 5727, sponsored by Rep. Mike Hoadley...

Legislature approves FY 2026-2027 state budget

The Legislature approved the state’s FY 2026-2027 budget totaling $75.2 billion, which includes a general fund total of $14.1 billion. Due to a projected $1 billion shortfall, the final budget is smaller than the state’s current fiscal year budget. Funding...

Read the July issue of Township Focus!

Discover how communities throughout the state celebrated our nation’s 250th birthday, meet Michigan’s 2026 gubernatorial candidates & so much more!

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1,240 local units of government that govern more than 96% of Michigan’s land area, in which over 58% of Michigan’s property values are located. Townships provide essential services to more than 51% of Michigan’s citizens, and deliver the best value for local services.

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