Events

  • Jan 29

    Citizen Planner Jackson County Classroom Program 2026

    January 29, 2026 – March 12, 2026 Wellwise Services at 107 Chicago St, Brooklyn, MI 49230

    This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.

  • Feb 10

    Citizen Planner Macomb County Classroom Program 2026

    February 10, 2026 – March 24, 2026 Verkuilen Building in Auditorium Room A/B 21885 Dunham Road, Clinton Township, MI 48036.

    This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.

  • Feb 17

    Governing Essentials: Parliamentary Procedure (February 2026)

    February 17, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session will focus on parliamentary principles, motions, and debate and decorum during meetings. Participants will explore scenarios and practice skills.

  • Feb 23

    MI Ag Ideas to Grow With

    February 23, 2026 – March 5, 2026 Zoom

    Unique virtual experience encompassing many aspects of the agricultural industry

  • Feb 24

    Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (February 2026)

    February 24, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session will help your board improve its governance to positively impact your community. Better board governance leads to more effective organizations that improve our communities.

  • Mar 3

    Governing Essentials: Ethical Public Service (March 2026)

    March 3, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    This session explores the principles of ethical public service, emphasizing transparency and accountability in governance.

  • Mar 3

    Citizen Planner Barry County Classroom Program 2026

    March 3, 2026 – April 7, 2026 Tyden Center Community Room at 121 S Church St, Hastings, MI 49058

    This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.

  • Mar 19

    Local Government Policy and Practice: Data Centers and Michigan's Electric Utilities

    March 19, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    Institute for Public Utilities Director Dr. Erik Nordman will share the latest developments regarding data center proposals and how they might affect Michigan's electric utilities, customers, and communities.

  • Mar 19

    Fiscally Ready Communities: Capital Asset Management and Planning

    March 19, 2026 2:00PM – 4:00PM

    This session will cover the basics of a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) - best practices, and give participants a chance to share techniques that have worked for their community.

  • Mar 25

    Citizen Planner Houghton County Classroom Program 2026

    March 25, 2026 – April 29, 2026 Gogebic Community College - Coppoer Country Center, 47420 M-26, Houghton, MI 49931

    This six-session series covers land use education and training. The course is intended for local appointed and elected officials, zoning administrators and interested citizens.