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February 10, 2022

Michigan Atttorney General Issues New Opinion Regarding Virtual Public Meetings

*Michigan Attorney General Issues New Opinion Regarding Virtual Public Meetings Under the Michigan Open Meetings Act and Americans with Disabilities Act On February 4, 2022, the Michigan Attorney General, Dana Nessel, issued an Opinion stating that restrictions for virtual public…

February 10, 2022

Governor’s Budget Proposal Includes Major Investments in Local Government

The Whitmer Administration unveiled its proposed Executive Budget Recommendation on Wednesday for the upcoming 2022-23 Fiscal Year that starts October 1st. The budget recommendation totals $74.1 billion, including a historic $14.3 billion in General Fund dollars, compared to the current…

February 4, 2022

MI Treasury Post FAQ for Navigating First Responder Training

To help eligible local governments navigate the First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant, the Michigan Department of Treasury has developed a frequently asked questions document to ensure eligible recipients receive their much-deserved grant checks. In an effort to help local…

February 2, 2022

Call for Projects – Fiscal Year 2024 Federal Local Safety Program: Highway Safety Improvement, Highway Safety Improvement Systemic, and High-Risk Rural Road Program

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announce the solicitation of applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Local Safety Program encompassing the Highway Safety Improvement (HSIP), Highway Safety Improvement (HSIP) Systemic, and High-Risk Rural Road (HRRR) programs. The FY…

February 2, 2022

Municipalities See Wins in Final Rule for the Coronavirus State and Local Relief Funds

Over the course of the last year the League has worked extensively in close partnership with the National League of Cities advocating on behalf of of cities and villages in Michigan and across the country. These efforts have led to…

February 1, 2022

White House Releases New Infrastructure Law Guidebook/Webinars

The White House and US Department of Transportation shared the following information yesterday on the recently signed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The new law combined a reauthorization of federal transportation funding with significant other infrastructure investments in water, broadband, electric vehicles…

January 31, 2022

Rural Bikeways Planning and Design Training Sessions in March and April

We're passing this along to Michigan Municipal League members at the request of the Michigan Department of Transportation. Rural Bikeways Planning and Design: Virtual Bicycle Facility Training Classes: March 22, 24, or April 19, 2022 Sessions: 1 - 4 p.m.…

January 26, 2022

Governor Whitmer Delivers Her Fourth State of the State Address

Governor Whitmer delivered her 2022 State of the State speech virtually on Wednesday evening, highlighting her accomplishments from the past year and focusing on a few key goals for the coming, election year. While there were no specific programs targeted…

January 24, 2022

FEMA’s BRIC Direct Technical Assistance (DTA) Program Application Due Friday 1/28

National League of Cities and Serve MI City is reminding members of FEMA's BRIC Direct Technical Assistance (DTA) program designed to help smaller communities and those with less staff capacity with free advice and support. Applications to apply for assistance are due…

January 19, 2022

Local Road Agencies Invited to Provide Feedback

Local Road Agencies have two unique opportunities to provide feedback to help assist MDOT. #1: Please consider sharing your input regarding the Michigan Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) by completing the survey linked here. If you have any issues with…

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