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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!
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Somerset Township supervisor appointed to Michigan Townships Association Board of Directors
Somerset Township (Hillsdale Co.) Supervisor Tim Shaw has been appointed to the Michigan Townships Association (MTA) Board of Directors, as director of MTA District 24, which encompasses Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties. Serving Michigan’s 1,240...
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Evening Class Explores Hot Topics in Planning & Zoning
Stay ahead of what’s new, changing and challenging in township planning and zoning. Get the latest on renewable energy, data centers, Land Division Act updates, short-term rentals and ordinance enforcement.
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Unemployment law changing
Bipartisan changes to unemployment insurance law go into effect in July. Beginning July 19, employers participating in Michigan’s Work Share Program will be able to reduce employee hours by 10-60% (currently it is 15-45%), allowing employers to...
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Reminder: Asset Management Champions application deadline July 31
The Michigan Infrastructure Council is accepting applications for Cohort 10 of the Infrastructure Asset Management Champions Program until July 31. This state-sponsored, virtual training is free to participants and runs Aug. 11-Nov. 12, 2026. Participants—...
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Member input sought for MTA’s 2027 legislative issues
Township officials can review and provide input on the MTA legislative policy platform. The legislative policy objectives—reviewed, updated and approved annually—guide the Association’s government relations efforts and reflect emerging issues and goals....
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Michigan Townships

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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Unemployment law changing

Bipartisan changes to unemployment insurance law go into effect in July. Beginning July 19, employers participating in Michigan’s Work Share...

Foreclosure avoidance sunset removed

Legislation to eliminate sunset (expiration) dates for certain programs to assist residents avoid foreclosure due to delinquent property taxes received...