Events
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Sep 29
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)
September 29, 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.
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Sep 29
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)
September 29, 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.
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Sep 29
Governing Essentials: Extraordinary Governance (September 2026)
September 29, 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.
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Oct 6
Governing Essentials: Ethical Public Service (October 2026)
October 6, 2026 12:00PM – 1:00PM
This session explores the principles of ethical public service, emphasizing transparency and accountability in governance.
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Oct 6
2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Brooklyn (Near Jackson)
October 6, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Wellwise Services Area Agency on Aging, 107 Chicago St., Brooklyn
Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.
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Oct 6
Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities
October 6, 2026 6:30PM – 8:00PM Zoom
This 90-minute program will explore trends and policy tools for communities to consider related to short-term rentals (STRs).
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Oct 7
County Commissioner Midterm Essentials - East Lansing
October 7, 2026 10:00AM – 3:00PM MSU Federal Credit Union, 3777 West Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
A one‑day learning experience for county officials focused on fiscal outlooks, collaboration practices, and effective governance, providing practical insights, networking opportunities, and space to learn from peers to strengthen county leadership.
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Oct 9
Local Government Leadership Intensive
October 9, 2026 10:00AM – 4:00PM Grand Traverse County Government Center, 400 Boardman Ave., Traverse City, MI 49684
Develop your leadership approach while working through a real-world challenge in this highly interactive, one-day intensive for local government officials and staff.
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Oct 12
2026 Renewable Energy Fundamentals Workshop: Battle Creek
October 12, 2026 1:00PM – 4:30PM Toeller Building Conference Room, 191 E Michigan Ave., Battle Creek, 49014
Research-based information on utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage to help communities understand key issues and impacts.
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Oct 14
What’s on the Ballot? Understanding Michigan’s 2026 Ballot Proposals
October 14, 2026 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Join MSU Extension and the Citizens Research Council of Michigan for a FREE educational webinar exploring the two statewide ballot proposals on the 2026 ballot.