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You Won! Now What? Newly Elected Officials Training

This newly elected officials training consists of core topics that will help educate first-time elected officials, as well as seasoned officials, on the basic functions they will need to know in their roles as public leaders. Topics include: introduction to League services; an overview of basic local government; roles and responsibilities of elected officials; Open Meetings Act (OMA); Freedom of Information Act (FOIA); lobbying 101; and a panel discussion with seasoned elected officials.

If you aren't sure how many new councilmembers you will have, you are able to hold spots in the newly elected officials training by simply emailing Jane Bruck or by calling her at 734-669-6312. Reservations will be held until the results of the November election are known. Following Election Day, please register your newly elected officials. If you already know which of your elected officials would like to attend, simply choose a convenient session from the list below and click the link to register.

Upon completion of this training, attendees will be able to:
1. Identify and define the policy and requirements of the Michigan Freedom of Information Act and Open Meetings Act.
2. Attend council meetings equipped with the knowledge required to have a successful meeting.
3. Discover the resources available from the League and implement them in his/her day-to-day role as an elected official.

Cost:
Member, $70 per person
Non-member, $125 per person

Dates and Locations for Upcoming Sessions:

Nov. 15 - Marlette

Nov. 16 - Lansing

Nov. 29 - Boyne City

Dec. 6 - Ferrysburg

Dec. 7 - Ann Arbor

Dec. 8 - Mount Pleasant