This four-part webcast on building a better budget will show you how to prepare and administer the township budget. Segments one and two cover the principles of budgeting, then segments three and four offer an advanced approach to creating a budget.

This four-part webcast on the basics of budgeting will show you how to prepare and administer the township budget. Segments one and two cover the principles of budgeting, then segments three and four offer a beginners guide to creating a budget.

This package contains all three segments of our Cemetery Management course. First, get an update on what's new and changing in cemetery management. In Part 2, learn more about writing a cemetery ordinance that promotes safety and orderliness, while also protecting the township from liability. Then, explore new types of burial services as well as proper record-keeping procedures. Watch all three segments by the end of the month, and take part in a live Q&A session with the speaker on June 30! More details will be sent to registrants in mid-June.

This two-part webinar will teach you the essential functions and authorities of a township board, differences from the private sector, as well as the basics of governing.

Learn the legal responsibilities of the township board regarding fire operations, establishing an appropriate relationship with the fire chief, and practical ways to set expectations and evaluate department results.

Gain insight into the laws that provide information on how meetings are conducted and whether each is required to comply with the Open Meetings Act.

This series delves into both tried-and-true tips for preparing for an election and new procedures for handling hurdles like COVID-19, cyber attacks, absentee voter ballots, and more. Watch for a new segment coming soon on "Lessons Learned Following the Primary" and additional content coming in September on elections security.

Watch the on-demand version of the Jan. 20, 2021 episode of MTA's "Now You Know" Lunchtime Learning Series: Board Compensation

Watch the on-demand version of the first 2021 episode of MTA's "Now You Know" Lunchtime Learning Series, Budgeting... It's a Process

Watch the on-demand version of the March episode of MTA's "Now You Know" Lunchtime Learning Series: FOIA... What's all the fuss?

Lame Duck Edition of MTA's Now You Know Lunchtime Learning Series

Watch the on-demand version of the Feb. 5, 2021 episode of MTA's "Now You Know" Lunchtime Learning Series: What's on Deck for the 101st Legislative Session?

Learn the hows and whys of successful meetings. Get practical tips on focusing on what's important and learn to process decisions efficiently, effectively and professionally.

In this webcast, you’ll discover the general guidelines and specific examples of lawful and unlawful expenditures determined by statute, case law.

Take charge of your payroll! Gain insight into the payroll process and learn to pay your fellow officials, and employees, properly. This eye-opening session will include a review of federal and state labor, wage and hour laws.