• 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 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 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 14

    Governing Essentials-Van Buren County

    December 14, 2024 9:00AM – 12:30PM 57418 CR 681, Suite A, Hartford, MI 49057

    Join MSU Extension on Saturday, December 14th for Governing Essentials, a half-day in-person program that aims to cultivate a basic understanding of transparent, efficient, and impactful governance practices.

  • Dec 19

    Governing Essentials: Components of Extraordinary Governance (Winter Series)

    December 19, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM

    The Components of Extraordinary Governance draws the best ideas together for a thorough overview of board governance. This session will help your board apply the components to impact in your community.

  • Mar 16

    4-H Capitol Experience

    March 16, 2025 – March 18, 2025 Okemos Event Center

    Three day event for youth in 9th grade through age 19 focusing on Michigan state government processes, and the important role that youth can play in these processes.