The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices. The webinars can be taken individually or as a 3-part series. The series is being offered this year in March, August, and December. The series includes: 

 Open Meetings Act - The Michigan Open Meetings Act (OMA) furthers government transparency by requiring elected and appointed boards to provide notice and make decisions in an open public meeting. Participants will learn the requirements of the Act as well as answers to frequently asked questions.

Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure - Parliamentary Procedure based on Roberts’ Rules of Order, is the most widely used parliamentary authority. This session will focus on parliamentary principles, motions, and debate and decorum during meetings. Participants will explore scenarios and practice skills.

Components of Extraordinary Governance - The Components of Extraordinary Governance draws the best ideas together for a thorough overview of board governance. This session will help your board apply the components to positively impact your community. Better board governance, leading to more effective organizations, that improve our communities. That’s a goal we can all share! 

 Registration: https://events.anr.msu.edu/goodgov/

Cost: $20 per session, $50 for the 3-course series. The webinars can be taken individually or as a 3-part series. For the $50 series rate, applicants must register for either the spring, summer, or winter series. 

Time/Date:  noon to 1 p.m. ET 

1 Master Citizen Planner (MCP) credit per session

2 County Commissioner Academy credits for completion of the series

Eric Walcott (he/him/his)

State Specialist - Government and Community Vitality

Michigan State University Extension

Community, Food, and Environment Institute

 Justin S. Morrill Hall of Agriculture

446 W Circle Dr, Room 85

East Lansing, MI 48824

616-914-7124

walcott3 [at] msu.edu