Michigan Township Association

Invest in yourself this month with 50% off MTA webcasts throughout March! With more than 75 webcasts covering everything from assessing to zoning, we have something for every member of your township team. Get the training you need, at your convenience!...

MTA’s signature event returns to the Grand Traverse Resort on April 17-20—connecting you with municipal experts, inspiring speakers and nearly 1,000 of your fellow officials. Premier education includes 50 timely township topics targeting the changes,...

All NEU townships must file ARPA report by April 30

All non-entitlement units of government (NEUs—all but eight of Michigan’s largest townships) that accepted American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds must complete their annual “Project and Expenditure Report” by the April 30 deadline. Every NEU must complete...

Revenue Sharing Trust Fund would provide financial stability to townships

A two-bill package to support Michigan’s cities, villages, townships and counties that was introduced in the Legislature this week will go a long way to providing much needed financial stability for local governments. Senate Bills 182 and 183 sponsored...

MTA offers scholarship to students pursuing a career in local government

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 Michigan communities. The deadline for the MTA Robert R. Robinson Scholarship is May 31,...

The 2023 Michigan Township Officials Directory is now available!

Organized by county and township, you can easily locate township officials contact information in this downloadable PDF Directory (free for members, non members: $40). Note the information is current as of February 2023. For the most up-to-date contact...

Senate passes brownfield housing bills

The Senate passed a package of MTA-supported bills to allow housing developments to be eligible for yearly tax reimbursement through local governments when building over a brownfield area. Senate Bills 129, 130, 131 and 132, sponsored by Sens. Sam Singh...

MTA webcasts are 50% OFF in March!

All NEU townships must file ARPA report by April 30

Revenue Sharing Trust Fund would provide financial stability to townships

MTA offers scholarship to students pursuing a career in local government

The 2023 Michigan Township Officials Directory is now available!

Senate passes brownfield housing bills

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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.