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  • Now You Know - Governmental Immunity: Wait, I Can Get in Trouble for That?!?
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    Get a better understanding of the governmental immunity protections--and limits--for townships and their officials.

    Governmental Immunity: Wait, I Can Get in Trouble for That?! 

    Ever wonder where the line is between your responsibilities and personal liability? MTA's legal counsel Seth Koches breaks down governmental immunity in plain language—explaining what protections exist for townships (and their officials!) and where the limits are. 

    **MTA Online "Premium Pass" subscribers: This webcast is already part of your subscription. To access, login then click MY WEBCASTS, then click the Premium Package link to view this webcast, or to access other webcasts included in your package. You may need to click "Activate" to begin viewing the recording.**

    Seth Koches

    Attorney/Partner

    Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, PC

    Seth Koches is an attorney and Partner at Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, P.C. Prior to joining the firm, Seth worked as an assistant prosecuting attorney for 7 years in the Oakland County and Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s office prosecuting cases from simple retail fraud to criminal sexual conduct and assault with intent to murder. Seth’s primary practice encompasses nearly every aspect of municipal law including annexation, ordinance enforcement, planning and zoning, and amicus writing. 

  • Now You Know - Revenue Sources: Coins in the Couch
    Contains 1 Component(s)

    Get an overview of township revenue sources, including the ways they may, or may not, be used.

    Revenue Sources: Coins in the Couch

     All townships must set their 2025 tax rates by the end of September. Are you ready? In this one-hour webinar, MTA staff attorney Catherine Mullhaupt provides an overview of revenue sources, including property taxes, and the ways different types may—or may not—be used.

    **MTA Online "Premium Pass" subscribers: This webcast is already part of your subscription. To access, login then click MY WEBCASTS, then click the Premium Package link to view this webcast, or to access other webcasts included in your package. You may need to click "Activate" to begin viewing the recording.**

    Catherine Mullhaupt

    Staff Attorney, Member Information Services

    MTA

    Catherine provides township officials and employees with information and resources regarding the day-to-day functions of township government. She writes for the "Hello, MTA...?" and Legal Briefs columns, and other articles in the Michigan Township Focus, develops MIS Department resource materials and webpages, authors MTA publications, and presents workshop and conference sessions, as well as live and recorded online courses.

    She joined MTA in 1991, spending her first nine years in MTA's Education Department writing and editing articles for the Township Focus and MTA publications. She coordinated educational workshops and the annual MTA trade show, and assisted in coordinating the annual MTA educational conference. 

    She was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2006 and is currently the MTA Staff Attorney.

  • Cemetery Management (3-part series)
    Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 05/22/2020

    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.

    This three-part series covers many of the top concerns related to township cemeteries. Part 1 kicks off with recent changes, what's new, and trends for the future. Part 2 explains why, without a cemetery ordinance, rules and regulations do not have the force of law and anyone who violates such rules or regulations cannot be prosecuted or subject to a municipal civil infraction enforcement proceeding. Learn how to develop a cemetery ordinance to promote orderliness, proper conduct, certainty, predictability, smooth procedures and minimize township liability with regard to township cemeteries. Part 3 explores all the new types of burial services and memorialization options available in the current market and how your cemetery ordinance may need to be updated to regulate these new options. Learn how to identify grave sites, ensure proper record keeping and reclaim older or abandoned burial spaces.

    Cindy Dodge (Moderator)

    MTA Consultant

    Cindy Dodge joined MTA in 2006 as a Member Information Liaison, hailing from Williamstown Township in Ingham County where she served as Clerk since 2005. She had been involved with the township since 2003 in other roles, including assistant to the supervisor, planning commissioner, and assistant to the planning commission. She is currently a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer. Now an MTA Consultant, Cindy provides township officials and employees with information and resources via phone and email regarding the day-to-day functions of township government. She also assist in developing resource materials, and presents workshop and Conference sessions as well as teaching live and recorded webinar courses.

  • Now You Know - Coverage Matters: Surety Bonds & Insurance 101
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    Join us as we break down the fundamentals of township insurance and surety bonds in plain terms.

    Coverage Matters: Surety Bonds & Insurance 101

    Townships face a wide range of risks—and making sure you’re properly covered is crucial. In one hour, we’ll break down the fundamentals of township insurance and surety bonds in plain terms. From what types of coverage your township should have to knowing when it’s time to pick up the phone and call your agent, we’ll cover the must-knows to help protect your township’s people, property, and reputation. You can join us live, watch a recorded version later, or both!  When it comes to risk, a little preparation goes a long way—and yes, coverage really does matter.

    **MTA Online "Premium Pass" subscribers: This webcast is already part of your subscription. To access, login then click MY WEBCASTS, then click the Premium Package link to view this webcast, or to access other webcasts included in your package. You may need to click "Activate" to begin viewing the recording.**

    Seth Koches

    Attorney/Partner

    Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, PC

    Seth Koches is an attorney and Partner at Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, P.C. Prior to joining the firm, Seth worked as an assistant prosecuting attorney for 7 years in the Oakland County and Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s office prosecuting cases from simple retail fraud to criminal sexual conduct and assault with intent to murder. Seth’s primary practice encompasses nearly every aspect of municipal law including annexation, ordinance enforcement, planning and zoning, and amicus writing. 

  • Now You Know - Mid-year Legislative Update
    Contains 1 Component(s)

    MTA's Government Relations team breaks down the 2025 legislative session to date and share key issues and their impact on your role as a township official.

    Mid-year Legislative Update

    This one-hour webinar unpacks the latest twists and turns from the Capitol—including what's new with the state budget and road funding. MTA’s Government Relations team will break down the 2025 legislative session to date and share key issues at the forefront plus measures on the horizon, and their impact on your role as a township official—all in just one hour.  It’s a great way to stay ahead of the legislative tide.

    **MTA Online "Premium Pass" subscribers: This webcast is already part of your subscription. To access, login then click MY WEBCASTS, then click the Premium Package link to view this webcast, or to access other webcasts included in your package. You may need to click "Activate" to begin viewing the recording.**

    Judy Allen

    Director of Government Relations

    MTA

    As director, Judy oversees MTA’s legislative efforts to advocate on legislation impacting township government. She represents the interests of MTA members before the Legislature and the administration.  

    Judy began working for MTA in 2012 and has previous experience working with state and local governments. Prior to coming to MTA, Judy served as Director of Government and Community Services of Oakland Schools, where she advocated on behalf of 28 districts in Lansing and Washington, D.C. Judy has also served as Chief of Staff to the Senate Majority Leader and was later appointed by then Gov. John Engler to serve as Chairperson of the Michigan State Liquor Control Commission.

    Joanne Wisely

    Legislative Associate

    MTA

    As MTA legislative associate, Joanne Wisely supports MTA efforts to advocate at both the state and federal levels on behalf of Michigan’s 1,240 townships and thousands of local leaders serving their communities.

    Prior to joining MTA, Wisely spent more than three years as legislative director, serving in the offices of Reps. Mary Cavanagh and Noah Arbit. While pursuing her bachelor’s degree in the Honors College at Eastern Michigan University, she was a legislative and policy intern with Michigan Legislative Consultants.

  • Practical Approaches to Records Management
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    Get an overview of records management from retention and disposal schedules to storage and destruction techniques. Walk away with tips for email retention and reproduction, and ways to tame your “paper tiger.”

    Get an overview of records management from retention and disposal schedules to storage and destruction techniques. Walk away with tips for email retention and reproduction, and ways to tame your “paper tiger.”

    Speaker: Sam Beland, Government Records Analyst, Records Management Services, Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget

    Recorded at MTA 2025 Annual Conference

    Sam Beland

    Government Records and Information Analyst Government Records and Information Analyst

    Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget

    Sam is a Government Records Analyst at the State of Michigan's Records Management Services, serving as a subject matter expert in records management, information governance, and administration. Her expertise includes developing and maintaining record retention schedules, providing recordkeeping consulting services, managing vendors for record management services, participating in enterprise-wide projects for lifecycle management policies within M365 applications, and advising State of Michigan agencies on how to effectively manage information within the numerous electronic storage solutions available to them. 

    She is also actively involved in professional associations such as ARMA and NAGARA, having served on ARMA Chapter Board of Directors since 2016 (currently President of ARMA Michigan), and for various NAGARA committees (currently as Chair for NAGARA's Professional Development Committee).

  • Elections Update (April 2025)
    Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Hear directly from the Secretary of State’s office and state Bureau of Elections on the hot issues in Michigan elections.

    Hear directly from the Secretary of State’s office and state Bureau of Elections on the hot issues in Michigan elections. We’ll share the lessons learned from 2024 general elections, including early voting, absentee voting and more.

    Speaker: Kristi Dougan, Manager, Training and Elections Assistance, Michigan Bureau of Elections, Michigan Department of State

    Kristi Dougan

    Elections Analyst

    Michigan Bureau of Elections

    Kristi Dougan is an election analyst with extensive experience in multiple areas of election administration. She joined the Michigan Bureau of Elections in 2006 and plays a leading role in the Bureau’s clerk training and education programs, including development of clerk accreditation programs. Kristi’s municipal experience is rooted in her service as the Village President of her hometown Sparta in western Michigan from 2014 to 2020 and holds a degree in Political Science from Grand Valley State University.

  • Now You Know - Preventing Chaos: How to Manage Records
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    Join us as we hear from experts at the Michigan Dept. of Technology Management & Budget on essential strategies for organizing, storing, and maintaining records effectively.

    Preventing Chaos: How to Manage Records

    This webinar will review essential strategies for organizing, storing, and maintaining records effectively. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to refine your skills, you’ll gain practical tips on improving efficiency, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding your township’s records–all in just one hour! You won’t want to miss the last segment in our three-part webinar series with the experts from Records Management Services at the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget.

    **MTA Online "Premium Pass" subscribers: This webcast is already part of your subscription. To access, login then click MY WEBCASTS, then click the Premium Package link to view this webcast, or to access other webcasts included in your package. You may need to click "Activate" to begin viewing the recording.**

    Caryn Wojcik

    Senior Records Analyst

    Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget

  • Now You Know - The Perks of the Job: Understanding Municipal Benefits
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    A guide to understanding municipal benefits to ensure your township remains both compliant and competitive.

    The Perks of the Job: Understanding Municipal Benefits

    Navigating employee benefits in the public sector can be tricky--but it doesn't have to be. Do you know the difference between fringe, health, and retirement benefits? Or what it takes to present and manage these options for your township board team? Contrary to common belief, townships are not exempt from many of the same employment laws that govern the private sector. This webinar will help you understand your responsibilities, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure your township remains compliant and competitive.

    **MTA Online "Premium Pass" subscribers: This webcast is already part of your subscription. To access, login then click MY WEBCASTS, then click the Premium Package link to view this webcast, or to access other webcasts included in your package. You may need to click "Activate" to begin viewing the recording.**

    Cindy Dodge

    MTA Consultant

    Cindy Dodge joined MTA in 2006 as a Member Information Liaison, hailing from Williamstown Township in Ingham County where she served as Clerk since 2005. She had been involved with the township since 2003 in other roles, including assistant to the supervisor, planning commissioner, and assistant to the planning commission. She is currently a Michigan Certified Assessing Officer. Now an MTA Consultant, Cindy provides township officials and employees with information and resources via phone and email regarding the day-to-day functions of township government. She also assist in developing resource materials, and presents workshop and Conference sessions as well as teaching live and recorded webinar courses.

  • Access Granted: What You Need to Know About the New ADA Website Accessibility Requirements
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    Get an overview of the legalities and requirements of the new 2026-2027 ADA requirements for websites, so you can ensure your township's website is accessible and compliant before the deadline.

    Have you heard about the 2026-2027 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for township websites? We can help! Join us for a review of the legalities and expert insights into the “hows and whys” of website accessibility. We’ll share best practices and simple, actionable steps to ensure compliance. Whether you’re a webmaster, content creator or township official, you’ll walk away with practical tips to keep your township’s website accessible—and compliant—before the deadline.

    Speakers: Kyle Shumaker, President, Shumaker Technology Group; and Michael Bila, Attorney, Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, PC

    Recorded at MTA 2025 Annual Conference

    Kyle Shumaker

    President

    Shumaker Technology Group

    Kyle’s formal tech education began at Lansing Eastern High School where he attended their Cisco Networking Academy program and earned his Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) credential. He also got his start in web development working on the high school and school district websites and taking on a few small freelance projects. He earned his degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Michigan State, founding Shumaker Technology Group (STG) in 2007 just before graduating. Currently Kyle and Shumaker Tech Group assist over 200 municipal clients in the State of Michigan with their website, document management, aerial drone photography and other technology needs.

    Many township clerks will recognize Kyle and his team at Shumaker Technology Group from the ridiculous track uniforms they wear while participation in the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks MAMC 5k Race, where they like to prove that they go the extra mile to keep your website running. 

    Michael Bila

    MTA Legal Counsel

    Bauckham, Thall, Seeber, Kaufman & Koches, PC

    Michael Bila is an attorney with the Kalmazoo-based firm Bauckham Thall Seeber Kaufman & Koches, PC. He joined the firm in 2022 after graduating from the University of Michigan Law School, where he also gained government law experience working for the City of Ann Arbor, the Michigan Department of Attorney General Criminal Trials & Appeals Division, and the Michigan Department of Attorney General Corporate Oversight Division. In addition to his government work, Michael also served as a defense attorney with the University of Michigan’s Juvenile Justice Clinic representing underserved youth.