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Michigan Townships Association Scholarship supports students pursuing public service
Applications are now being accepted for an annual scholarship that provides financial assistance to today’s students who are aspiring to future leadership roles in their community. Students pursuing coursework or a degree to assist in serving local government...
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No pop quizzes, just practical takeaways
From one-hour webinars to half-day events, MTA offers township tailored training. Summer options abound from elections to meetings and community engagement to strategic planning. Check out our study hall for stronger communities.
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Senate approves mobile home park licensing reforms
Sen. John Cherry (D-Flint) has been working on statutory changes for several years to address home ownership, health and safety concerns for residents of unlicensed mobile home parks. The most recent legislation—including Senate Bills 934, 935, 936, 937,...
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Revised revenue sharing estimates
Following the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, the Department of Treasury has updated the estimates for local units of government. Townships can check the revised Constitutional Revenue Sharing Projections for FY 2026 and FY 2027.
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House passes property tax reform without revenue replacement
The House took action on eight bills to reform property taxes that reduces funding to local governments and schools with no revenue replacement mechanism. The legislation approved would eliminate the pop-up or uncapping for all property upon sale, eliminate...
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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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Revised revenue sharing estimates

Following the Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, the Department of Treasury has updated the estimates for local units of government. Townships...