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A guide to Washtenaw County proposals

Nov 4, 2024 Read more

This election cycle, Washtenaw County voters will decide whether to approve ballot proposals regarding tax funding of emergency communications systems, veterans relief, senior services and mental health services.The Michigan Daily interviewed...

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Fewer local leaders in Michigan feeling positive about how democracy is functioning in state, U.S.

Aug 15, 2024

Local leaders in Michigan are slightly less optimistic in their views on the health of democracy at the state and national levels, according to an ongoing survey by the University of Michigan.Although assessments of civic health at the national...

Fewer local leaders in Michigan feeling positive about how democracy is functioning in state, U.S.

Women Leading Local Government: An interactive seminar presented by the Michigan Municipal League’s 16/50 Project

Mar 27, 2023, 11:30 am-12:50 pm EDT

Women make up over 50% of the state’s population, but just 16% of Michigan’s local chief administrative officers. The Michigan Municipal League’s 16/50 Project is transforming this leadership gap – getting more women seated in the municipal top spot in Michigan communities.

Women Leading Local Government: An Interactive Seminar Presented by the Michigan Municipal League