2023 MAM Summer Workshop

Connecting With Community

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Agenda

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Wednesday, August 9

3:00 pm
MAM Board Meeting

6:00 pm
Registration Opens

6:00-8:00 pm
Welcome Reception

Kick off the Summer Workshop at the Welcome Reception at Mill Race Village! Enjoy refreshments and light appetizers while networking with colleagues in a relaxed setting. Included in the registration fee.

Thursday, August 10

Moderator

• David Tossava, Mayor, City of Hastings; MAM Board President

9:00 am
Registration Opens

9:30 am
Opening Remarks & Host City Welcome

Speakers

• David Tossava, Mayor, City of Hastings; MAM Board President
• Brian Turnbull, Mayor, City of Northville

9:45 am
Legislative Update

Speakers

• Dave Hodgkins, Legislative Associate, MML
• Herasanna Richards, Legislative Associate, MML

Dave Hodgkins and Herasanna Richards from MML’s State & Federal Affairs department will provide an update on current state and federal legislation. This will include topics such as: Proposal 2 implementation, the proposed “Revenue Sharing Trust Fund,” environmental and energy issues, short-term rentals, the State budget and more.

10:45 am
Break

11:00 am
How to Inspire Participation for Sustainable Community Engagement

Speakers

• Maureen Donker, Mayor, City of Midland
• Nancy Ohle, Executive Coach and Leadership Facilitator, “Unleashing Potential”

Many communities have shared their struggle with filling seats on local boards, commissions, and even city/village council. In this session, Mayor Maureen Donker of Midland will discuss her experience participating in the Midland Citizens Academy and her decision to run for local office. Community engagement and organizational development expert Nancy Ohle will then offer tools to help attendees seek, inspire, and sustain engagement from citizens and local officials.

12:30 pm
Networking Lunch – with words from a sponsor

1:30 pm
City of Northville: Social Districts & More

Speaker

• Brian Turnbull, Mayor, City of Northville

Mayor Brian Turnbull will share insights from Northville’s experience creating a Downtown Social District and other community happenings. After this presentation, attendees will enjoy a tour of local landmarks.

3:30 pm
Adjourn

6:00-9:00 pm
Genitti’s Dinner Theater
Attendees and guests will enjoy an evening of family-style Italian food and an interactive theater performance. Included in registration fee.

Friday, August 11

Moderator

• Lee Kilbourn, Mayor, City of Auburn; MAM Board Vice President

8:15 am
Networking Breakfast – with words from a sponsor

9:00 am
Finding Grant Opportunities to Support Your Community

Speakers

• Shanna Draheim, Director, Policy Research Labs, MML
• Rachel Skylis, Program Officer, MML Foundation

Need extra capacity in your community? Looking for funding? This session will cover a broad array of technical assistance and funding opportunities that will help you reach your goals in your community.

10:00 am
Networking Break

10:15 am
Working Together for the Good of Your Community

Speaker

• Marilynn Semonick, Chief Exploration Officer, The Success Studio

Do you admire the culture in your city hall? What values and beliefs are demonstrated by your team on a regular basis? Are civility, respect, and collaboration the norm? Working together can be difficult when there are opposing opinions on what needs to be done, so it is essential for city and village councils to align toward the best interests of their community. Invest time and energy with colleagues and Marilynn Semonick to discuss key attributes of effective local leaders, explore strategies to create and sustain a high-functioning leadership team, and leave with insight on how to achieve meaningful results.

12:15 pm
Closing Remark and Program Evaluations

12:30 pm
Adjourn

Thank you to our sponsors!

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