MTA is offering both in-person and online Board of Review training this February That’s right and we’re hosting two classes this year, one approved by the State Tax Commission to satisfy the P.A. 660 training mandate AND one for those who’ve already met the requirements for the two-year cycle. We’ll take you in-depth on common trouble spots, hot topics and other issues encountered by boards of review. You’ll walk away with critical insights, even if you’ve been on the board of review for years!
Click here for a registration form OR click the desired location below to register online.
In-person training
PA 660 required training held online on:
Beyond the Basics training held online on:
Make the most of your lunch break with MTA’s lunchtime learning series, Now You Know. These live one-hour webinars provide timely updates, insights from our experts and a chance to get your questions answered in real time.
Join us Thursday, Feb. 9 at noon for:
Special Assessments for Public Safety
Special assessments are a tool for funding your community’s infrastructure improvements, but did you know that they can also be used to raise money for police and fire equipment, operations, and buildings? Join MTA legal counsel Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman, & Koches P.C. as we explore Public Act 33 of 1951 including the legality (and controversy!) of township-wide special assessment districts and the process to establish.
Wondering what’s coming up next and when? We’re glad you asked! Click here to see what we’ve got in store for you each month through Dec. 2023. Looking for past Now You Know episodes to watch on demand? Click here.
At MTA, we know that your time is valuable. That’s why we design our Annual Conference & Expo to offer you the very best value for your time. Our educational line-up features something for every member of your township team, helping you stay on top of the ever-changing expectations of township officials. It’s a learning experience you simply cannot find anywhere else. Personalize your experience by choosing from:
Is your township considering purchasing an annual subscription to MTA’s Online Learning Center? Click here to read all about it OR Click here to see a list of what’s included in each of the three levels.
Ready to log in and start learning, but need a little guidance? For a written approach, download or print this Getting Started with MTA Online document. For a more visual approach, watch this helpful video tutorial. Still have questions? Email education@michigantownships.org to learn more about how your entire township team can get unlimited access today.
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Each chapter within the “little red book” corresponds with a class (or two!) that takes you deeper into the topics covered within that chapter. Given that classes vary widely in time and depth-from 75 minutes to several hours-you may need to take more than one to get the job done. Some classes may cover an […]
The Township Governance Academy (TGA) is a voluntary credentialing program intended to give township board members and other local leaders the knowledge and skills needed to make effective decisions for the benefit of their township. It’s designed to professionally challenge you and enhance your experience serving as an elected official.
Eliminate travel costs and schedule conflicts with this convenient, affordable option that delivers education directly to your desktop. Learn at your own pace (and convenience!) from the safety of your home office or township hall.
A Year Ahead in Ed
Team MTA is excited to share what educational offerings we have in store for you in 2023 so that you—and your entire township team—can plan ahead. Click here to learn more.
Need to register new members of your township team for an MTA training?
Individuals must first be added to your township roster in our database in order to be registered. All clerks from member townships have authorization to make changes to other individuals on the township roster from the MTA website. For detailed instructions, click here.
Not the clerk, but need to make updates?
Please complete this form or email your updates to database@michigantownships.org Be sure to include township/county, as well as name, title and email address for each new individual. An email address is required to access any live or on-demand online training, or to receive event or purchase confirmations. Email addresses must be unique, and may not be used for more than one individual at a time.
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