The Michigan Townships Association (MTA) is pleased to announce that Carmen Siciliano has joined its Government Relations team as its new legislative associate. In his role with the Association, Siciliano will support MTA efforts to advocate at both the state and federal levels on behalf of Michigan’s 1,240 townships and thousands of local leaders serving their communities.
“I am thrilled to join the MTA team and leverage my experience in Michigan’s public policy landscape to contribute to MTA’s well-established reputation for thought leadership and effective advocacy on behalf of Michigan’s local governments,” Siciliano said.
Siciliano comes to MTA after spending four years as a senior consultant with Public Sector Consultants, conducting research and analysis, developing reports, and providing strategic counsel on issues related to local, state and national energy policy and utility regulation. Previously, he spent 15 years within the Michigan Legislature in a number of positions, including serving as chief of staff to former Sen. Mike Nofs and policy advisor with the Senate Majority Policy Office.
“We are excited to welcome Carmen to the Association and his knowledge working in public policy and with the Legislature,” said MTA Executive Director Tom Hickson. “Michigan’s communities will benefit from his talents and experience, and we look forward to his contributions advocating for our townships, their leaders and their residents.”
Siciliano earned his bachelor’s degree in Public Policy from Western Michigan University, and a master’s of Public Administration from Central Michigan University.
MTA represents more than 99% of Michigan’s 1,240 townships and is the largest municipal association in the state.
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