Get ahead of "Not in My backyard" zoning situations with a quick history of why zoning exists, along with an intro to how your Planning & Zoning team can be prepared for (and respond to!) the next new thing.

MTA's legislative experts break down the latest action and look ahead to hot topics in 2026.

MTA's Mike Selden breaks down the "who does what" of non-statutory duties in townships, including options for compensation.

Get a better understanding of the governmental immunity protections--and limits--for townships and their officials.

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

Join us as we break down the fundamentals of township insurance and surety bonds in plain terms.

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.

MTA brings you records management experts from the State of Michigan to dive into digital records management in the second segment in our three-part webinar series.

Whether you’re new to managing employee payroll or seeking a refresher, you can’t afford to miss this session!

Get a primer on basic records management from types of records to retention and disposal schedules, to ensure you're complying with recordkeeping responsibilities.

The election is over and your township may have new officials in place. What’s next? We’ll share valuable tips and tricks to help your newly elected officials hit the ground running!

Review the “ins and outs” of how townships handle resignations, appointments, compensation and the oath of office, as well as required meetings and dates.

This webinar offers lessons learned, expert insights and tips for managing election safety challenges.

Clearly defined township policies ensure incoming officials understand how (and why!) things work the way they do. In this one-hour webinar, MTA’s Member Information Services Director Mike Selden offers insights into township policies from what’s most important to the true value in providing them for incoming officials, whenever the transition may be.

Get tried-and-true strategies for dealing with blight in your township in this one-hour webinar.

Learn more about ways your township can offer updated burial services and incorporate your cemetery into your overall park plan.

Learn more about the complicated topic of public use of township property and facilities in this one hour webinar.

Get be basics on the role of the FOIA coordinator and how others at the township can assist in responding to FOIA requests.

Get a thorough overview of the financial reports townships use, plus tips on recognizing any budget-related red flags.

This one-hour webinar reviews guidelines for meeting agendas, from who creates it to what goes on it, adding items, distribution and more!

This one-hour webinar reviews the general guidelines and specific examples of lawful and unlawful expenditures.

This one-hour webinar delves into the relationship between your township attorney and the board, as well as other related issues.

This one-hour webinar covers the differences between a variety of township meeting types, along with the requirements for each.

This one-hour webinar explores the different types of employment classification that townships may deal with.

This one-hour webinar explores the ins and outs of township-wide special assessment districts and their uses.

This one-hour webinar offering a review of township millages, covering differences between new millages and renewals, mandated elements, and much more.

Get a quick overview of the tax collection process, along with tips for every member of the board.

This one-hour webinar reviews the roles and responsibilities of the zoning administrator in township governance.

The township board has to set your township’s tax rates every September, and the L-4029 is at the heart of that process. Learn more about these rates and how to complete the required form.

Get an overview of options every township should consider in their approach to effective enforcement.

Hear from a certified assessor about proactive steps you can take to ensure your township's assessing functions are running smoothly.

Take the next step in our three-part ordinance series and learn more about adopting and amending ordinances.

Get an overview of statutory authority for both zoning and non-zoning ordinances, as well as expert tips for drafting effective ordinances.

This quick and informative session offers tips on how to find (and select!) the best attorney for your township team.

Get a quick, one-hour update on all aspects of managing your township meetings.

Get a quick one-hour review of tax collection basics, designed with the whole board in mind.

Get an overview of the elections process for your entire board.

Review the role and duties of township deputies in this one-hour webinar.

Review the types of township boards, commissions and committees, including the procedures for appointments and the authority granted to each type of statutory body.

Join us as we learn about the differences between the March, July and December boards of review.

Spend an hour with MTA as we review of requirements and recommendations when it comes to the official record of your township’s meetings.

Get an overview on what every board member should know to better understand your township’s planning and zoning program.

This one-hour webinar offers an overview of key aspects of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), from deadlines for processing requests to the calculation of fees and so more.

This session covers a review of statutory requirements and a practical approach to setting public office pay.

This one-hour seminar offers a quick overview of township budgeting.