
MPSC seeks township response on video services survey
Municipalities in the state recently received a letter from the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) seeking participation in an electronic survey on video services local

Foreclosure avoidance sunset removed
Legislation to allow for payment reduction measures and foreclosure avoidance agreements on eligible property with delinquent property taxes to continue was approved by the Senate

Postmark bill as date of receipt for property tax payments advances
Local units could soon be required to accept the postmark from the U.S. Postal Service if it is not less than five days prior to

Sharing the unexpected passing of 2025 MTA President Harold Koviak
It is with great sorrow that we share the unexpected passing of 2025 MTA President Harold Koviak. Harold was an immensely dedicated public servant, serving

Welcome Tom Hickson, new MTA executive director
MTA is pleased to announce that Tom Hickson has joined the Association as its new executive director. Hickson brings nearly 30 years of executive-level public

Constitutional revenue sharing funds to decrease, statutory revenue sharing flat as result of budget and road funding
The state budget was finalized in the legislative session that began Thursday, Oct. 2, and ended in the morning hours on Friday, Oct. 3. The

Chesterfield Charter Township receives ‘Township of Excellence’ accolades for election administration
Chesterfield Charter Township (Macomb Co.) has been recognized for exceptional service, commitment and adherence to best practices in election administration, earning a Certificate of Achievement

Road funding deal approved
The long-awaited, long-term road funding plan cleared the Legislature after gaining support for new revenue and will be signed by the governor. Under the plan,

Applications accepted for upcoming MCAT course, MCAO program
The State Tax Commission (STC) is accepting applications for a December Michigan certified assessing technician (MCAT) course and for the nine-month Michigan certified assessing officer