
Registration is now open for the Michigan Municipal League's 2022 Convention happening Oct. 19-21 in Muskegon. We have a great lineup of programs, education sessions, and networking opportunities planned for this year's event. This year's Convention focus is “Turn the Page: Local Leaders Shaping the Future.” Click here to register or here to view more about this year's event!
The Michigan Senate and House recently approved a state budget calling for direct investment in municipal pensions, revenue sharing, roads, bridges, and public safety. The budget makes significant investment in the people of Michigan and the places they call home. For details, read our media statement and our Inside 208 post about the budget.
Bridge Builders Microgrants Application Window Now Closed
We're excited about the applications we received for the Michigan Municipal League Foundation's Bridge Builders program. The application window is now closed, but you can learn more about the program here. We will announce the recipients of the two types of Bridge Builders microgrants - Main Street $5,000 Microgrants and $500 Neighborhood Microgrants - later this summer. Learn more.
Michigan Green Communities
44 counties, cities, townships, and villages have been recognized for sustainability accomplishments as part of the Mi Green Communities Challenge! Ten communities received bronze certification, twelve received silver certification, and twenty-two received gold certification. Read the press release here.
MML Foundation Launches
MI Water Navigator Help Desk
MI Water Navigator is a new resource for navigating Michigan drinking water infrastructure funding opportunities. It’s a program by the MML Foundation with grant support. Whether you are a public municipal water system or a private water utility, the MI Water Navigator Helpdesk and toolkit will provide direction in your search for state and federal funding. Get the details at miwaternavigator.org. MI Water Navigator – Michigan Municipal League Foundation
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