MSU Extension Community

Events

• Dec 3

  Institute of Public Utilities: Advanced Cost Allocation and Rate Design Course

  December 3, 2024 – December 6, 2024 Online

  The IPU Advanced Program is offered as a series of specialized courses designed to meet the needs of public-sector and private-sector professionals in the regulatory policy community.

• Dec 3

  Filing by the Deadline for the Corporate Transparency Act: Discussion and Filing Tips

  December 3, 2024 6:00PM – 7:00PM Webinar meeting on Zoom

  Join us for this webinar on tips for filing under the Corporate Transparency Act, an overview of the Act, and discussion of who needs to file.

• Dec 5

  Governing Essentials: Open Meetings Act (Winter Series)

  December 5, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM

  The Michigan Open Meetings Act furthers government transparency by requiring public boards to provide notice and make decisions in an open public meeting. Participants will learn the requirements of the Act as well as answers to frequently asked questions.

• Dec 6

  2024 4-H Spectacular Youth Leadership Institute

  December 6, 2024 – December 8, 2024 East Lansing, MI

  The Michigan 4-H Spectacular Youth Leadership Institute is a lively celebration of the power of young people as leaders!

• Dec 10

  Sustainability Speaker Series: Developing community-focused sustainability initiatives

  December 10, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Online

  This engaging lunch-and-learn format highlights several key themes, offering fresh insights and practical strategies for fostering a more sustainable future.

• Dec 11

  First Impressions Tourism (FIT) - Community Forum

  December 11, 2024 5:30PM – 8:00PM 850 East Superior Street Wayland, MI 49348

  FIT helps communities learn about their strengths and weaknesses through the eyes of first-time visitors. In 2024, Wayland received first-time visitors to the community and surrounding area. We are excited to review the results!

• Dec 12

  Fiscally Ready Communities: From Fundamentals to Best Practices

  December 12, 2024 10:00AM – 11:30AM

  This program focuses on implementing financial best practices, measuring fiscal health, and local government financial management fundamentals.

• Dec 12

  Governing Essentials: Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure (Winter Series)

  December 12, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM

  Parliamentary Procedure based on Roberts’ Rules of Order, is the most widely used parliamentary authority. This session will focus on parliamentary principles, motions, and decorum during meetings. Participants will explore scenarios and practice skills.

• Dec 12

  Financial Disaster Preparedness and Recovery ~ (Webinar) - December 12, 2024

  December 12, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Zoom

  Prepare for disasters with these steps that might affect your finances. Save time, money and stress if and when a disaster strikes.

• Dec 12

  How Much Home Can You Afford?

  December 12, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Webimar

  Looking to buy a home? Learn how to calculate how much home you can afford based on your current income during this 30-minute lunch and learn event.