
Read the October issue of Township Focus!
Explore how Michigan’s fire service is evolving, a township’s Project Fire Buddies chapter, a summer program exposing young women to emergency services, & the 2025

Michigan Townships Association proudly awards its Robinson Scholarship to four outstanding students
Get to know this year’s Robert R. Robinson Scholarship recipients & their journeys.

Read the September issue of Township Focus!
Check out this month’s cover story, “On the Record: Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act,” plus, our feature “Specific rules for township board meetings,” share your

MTA’s Principles of Planning & Zoning book package has information you need to help guide your township’s land use future!
MTA’s library of publications includes three planning & zoning resources written specifically for Michigan townships. Authored by planning & land use expert Steve Langworthy, The Township

Emerging Issues in Emergency services returns to Frankenmuth!
A community that’s truly prepared is one that’s always looking ahead. MTA’s annual Emerging Issues in Emergency Services seminar can help you stay on top

Read the August issue of Township Focus!
Check out this month’s cover story, “What you need to know about the Open Meetings Act,” plus, our feature “What is the FDTA & how

Read the July issue of Township Focus!
Check out this cover story ‘Cultivating an intentional township culture’ & don’t miss our feature, ‘There’s an app for that—Township launches app to keep residents

Content, connections & camaraderie
MTA Professional Development Retreats return this fall! Each retreat offers a learning experience geared to your role on concepts, trends & pressing issues for townships.

Get three can’t-miss classes in one location at MTA’s Summer Training Academy
MTA can help your board structure more effective meetings, understand the elements of assessment and taxation, and hone techniques for managing your township team. Click