Michigan Townships Association
Township officials and staff can register today for the state Department of Treasury’s next Fiscally Ready Communities webinar, “Getting Grant Ready” on Sept. 25 at 10 a.m. The webinar will
For a complete list of 2023 public acts related to local government, click here!
When township teams unite, there’s no limit to what they can achieve! Join us for the 2024 MTA Conference at the picturesque Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Acme Township
Harold Koviak, supervisor of Burt Township (Cheboygan Co.), will lead the Association as 2025 MTA president, following his election to the position at MTA’s Annual Educational Conference & Expo this week
Agreement made this ____ day of _________, 20__, by and between the CITY OF __________, a Michigan municipal corporation of (address) , (city) , Michigan (hereinafter CITY), and the TOWNSHIP
Summer’s almost here, but we’re still thinking spring … and about MTA’s Annual Educational Conference & Expo. Check out our video look back at our 2023 event, when nearly 2,000
We’re excited to share “A Visit with 2023 President Pauline Bennett,” the first of several video messages from Pauline planned for this year. Learn a little more about Pauline, and her hopes for townships over
Ada Township, MI is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Accountant/Benefit Administrator position. This position is responsible for the accounting and bookkeeping activities related to the Township’s General, Public Safety,
Townships may need an accountant’s services to maintain proper financial accounts and records of the township. An accountant also makes the annual or biennial audit easier for the township auditor,
Additional, Non-Statutory Duties of Township Board Members (PDF Fact Sheet 2019) Q. Can a township board member be hired to work as a township employee? Yes, Michigan law allows township
The new state Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) provides certain protections for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or those who fear that disclosure of their physical address
Pittsfield Charter Township (Washtenaw Co.) is accepting applications for an Department Administrative Assistant in the Building Services Department. This is a Full-Time position with competitive pay and benefits. For more information
Title: Administrative AssistantReports To: Township ManagerPositions Supervised: NoneEmployment Status: Non – Exempt BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for performing diverse administrative assistance and general office support services for the Township
Advisory Ballots and Referendums, Hello, MTA …? Column, July 2017 Q. Our board is facing a difficult and controversial decision. Can we put the question on a ballot for the
Committees, Hello, MTA … ? September 2017 Advisory committees are not mandated or authorized by specific statutes. A township board may choose to establish advisory committees to collect information, make
Employers—including townships—with 50 or more employees face penalties if they don’t offer health insurance coverage to employees or if the coverage they offer is insufficient. For more information on the
Townships may promote agricultural interests in a number of ways, including working with Michigan State University Extension (MSUE); advertising the agricultural advantages of the state, county or township; and farmland
Airport Zoning Airport zoning is subject to state state and federal laws and rules promulgated by the Michigan Aeronautics Commission. Airspace & Zoning (MAC webpage) Airport Zoning Handbook (MAC) Michigan Airport System Plan Web
As questions persist about American Rescue Plan Act reporting, uses and more, MTA’s “Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds” webpage offers updates and information that you need, as you put these funds
Under the Pet Shops, Dog Pounds, and Animal Shelters Act, Public Act 287 of 1969, a township may operate an animal control shelter, and animal protection shelter or a dog
“Annexation” in Michigan means the process of removing territory (land and the political jurisdiction that goes with it) from one municipality to another municipality. The State Boundary Commission defines it as
For some of Michigan’s townships, the end of the fiscal year means annual meeting time. The annual meeting is an event that is alternately perceived as being a worthwhile exchange
Workshop helps navigate annual ARPA Project & Expenditure report New law requires workplace poster on veterans benefits and services Unclaimed property report due by first business day in July And
Release of MTA model renewable energy ordinance paused as MPSC issues draft guidance Funding for acquisition and development trust fund projects moves BEAD Challenge extended to April 30; identify and
House OKs budget blueprint after GOP leaders’ cuts pledge Senate Republicans pass budget blueprint after all-night session Trump hits pause on trade war
House plans to send Mayorkas impeachment articles to Senate on Tuesday House approves surveillance authority reauthorization bill Rep. Tom Cole tapped to serve as House Appropriations Committee chair House to
Committee to discuss bills to restore local control for energy siting House bill to provide disaster funding Less than two weeks before April 30 ARPA reporting deadline And more!
New MI Funding Hub makes grant-searching easier MTA supports regulation of short-term rentals before House committee Townships encouraged to review MPSC renewable siting guidance and comments U.S. Treasury hosting free
House passes $95.3B aid package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Senate kills the articles of impeachment against Alejandro Mayorkas Senate approves extension of FISA surveillance just after deadline Cole eyes axing
Bills move to restore local control for renewable energy siting U.S. Treasury to hold two webinars before April 30 ARPA reporting deadline Bills to modify term of office introduced and
All townships would receive statutory revenue sharing under budgets moved this week Members approve 2024-2025 legislative priorities Townships could distribute naloxone or other opioid antagonists Deadlines approaching for State Revolving
Trump to huddle with speaker before reconciliation markups begin Durbin announces retirement, capping off decadeslong career in Congress Connolly to step down as top Dem on Oversight, paving the way
Cole Releases FY25 Community Project Funding Request Guidance Biden says the US is rushing weaponry to Ukraine as he signs a $95 billion war aid measure into law Johnson’s weighs
ACT NOW: Help preserve the tax exemption for municipal bonds Reminder: ARPA Reporting and Compliance deadline is April 30 2025 MTA officers, new Board members elected at Annual Conference And
ARPA reminder: Project and Expenditure Report due April 30 Townships encouraged to register for BEAD account Deadline approaching for Safeguarding Tomorrow Revolving Loan Fund requests Renewables Ready Communities grants available
Schumer expected to move quickly to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment The farm bill slide continues Johnson tees off latest surveillance fight with a warning
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 April