Michigan Municipal League

For those attending Convention next week, be sure to pick up an exclusive commemorative pin from Michigan Municipal League Foundation! #MMLConv

It’s a great day to be on Mackinac Island! Day One of Convention is off to a phenomenal start. Pictured: ⛵️Opening General Session ⛵️MML Welcomes you to the Grand Hotel ⛵️ Grand Rapids City Manager Mark Washington taking a selfie with NLC director Clarence Anthony ⛵️MML Foundation’s limited edition pins (You can purchase your own next to the registration table!) ⛵️ Helen Johnson, President of MML Foundation, with our two newest Foundation board members, Irma Hayes and Khalfani Stephens ⛵️League staff ready to register Convention attendees #MMLConv #Placemaking #WeLoveWhereYouLive

How much can happen over the course of 125 years? Enough to fill a book! Our 125th Anniversary book will be available this week at Convention. Be sure to take home a copy if you will be on Mackinac Island with us. #MMLConv #WeLoveWhereYouLive #Anniversary

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In just one week, municipal leaders from across the state will gather at the Grand Hotel for Convention 2024! If you are registered to attend, be sure to check your email for a message from us detailing everything you need to know before you go. See you on Mackinac Island! #Conference #MichiganLeaders #MackinacIsland #MMLConv

The League is #hiring! We are seeking an experienced nonprofit accountant to join our Finance team. Learn more about this position and apply here: https://hubs.ly/Q02MY-5G0

It's your last chance to register for 2024 Convention! What's in store for attendees? Impressive speakers, dynamic breakout sessions, placemaking education, and unmatched #networking opportunities for Michigan municipal leaders, all with the beautiful backdrop of Mackinac Island. Registration closes on Monday, September 2. Start your Labor Day weekend off right by registering now here: https://hubs.la/Q02MY6J50 #Placemaking #Michigan

Back-to-school season have you itching to expand your professional horizons? Michigan Municipal League members’ employees, members’ elected officials, their spouses, and dependents under age 24 are eligible to receive 15 percent off tuition on Central Michigan University online programs. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02MvYdb0. Register for their informational webinar on Tuesday, August 27, 12:15–1 p.m.: https://hubs.la/Q02MvLY70

Congratulations to the 2024 Community Excellence Award Finalists! City of Brighton MI, Grandville, Houghton, and City of Oak Park will all be advancing to the next round of the competion. These teams will travel to Mackinac Island for MML Convention in September. There, conference goers will decide which project will win our most prestigious community award. Thank you to all of the cities who submitted projects this year. We are truly inspired by the work you are putting in to improve your communities. To learn more about our #finalists and see the full list of entries for this year, please visit https://hubs.la/Q02LCjRg0. #WeLoveWhereYouLive #Placemaking

When many Midwestern cities face shrinking populations, how has the Upper Peninsula's city of Marquette continued to grow? Second Wave Media released the second story in their series looking at developing communities in Michigan. The League is proud to support this important #placemaking work! This article explores how the City of Marquette is utilizing downtown development and outdoor recreation to attract new residents. Read the full article here: https://hubs.la/Q02LrTNM0 #WeLoveWhereYouLive