It’s Mount Rushmore season for ELGL members. We’re asking for your top four list on a variety of topics. Lauren Freeman AmeriCorps VISTA working in Albion, Michigan Connect: LinkedIn & Twitter Albion attractions: Albion’s Historic Bohm Theatre – An amazing example of community collaboration and resilience, received prestigious Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation, and has … Continued
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Download the #ELGL17 Conference App The countdown to #ELGL17 is on and we can’t wait to see everyone in Detroit! If this is your first time attending ELGL’s annual conference you’ll notice a lot of things about #ELGL17 will be different than your “normal” government conference. For starters, #ELGL17 is an interactive event where using a mobile … Continued
As a part of the Institutional Knowledge project, we are recording the wisdom and experience of retiring and retired leaders in local government. If you know someone who could add something to this project, let me know! You can reach out to me on Twitter/ LinkedIn or send me an email. About Me: Jacob Johnson, #InstitutionalKnowledge Project Coordinator Peter … Continued
ELGL is partnering with the the University of Michigan’s School of Information and Taubman College of Architecture and Planning to promote the #micities2014 conference. This is a great opportunity for ELGL members to connect and learn how technology is changing local government. #micities2014: Technology Innovation in Michigan Cities and Beyond #micities2014 From now until August 22 conference … Continued
Did you miss our latest webinar with Mark Binelli author of “Detroit City is the Place to Be”? Don’t worry, you can watch it online and hear about his experiences reporting on Detroit, Michigan. Check out our Webinar Library to see all the recorded webinars that are available to our members. Once again a big thank you to … Continued
Midwest ELGL has lined up another fascinating webinar for local government enthusiasts. Mark your calendars for April 23rd at 2 PM CST (12pm Pacific) for a discussion with Detroit native Mark Binelli, author of Detroit City Is The Place To Be. Binelli’s book is an autobiography of the city that frequently draws national attention and captivates headlines. Don’t forget to … Continued
Topics this week the topics run the gamut from manufacturing to Downtown Development to Zamboni pipe dreams. We get in-depth on the Olympics and, of course the best sport at the Winter Games: curling! One topic not covered: snow. Don’t believe me? Read on… 1. It’s as Easy as E-D-C The City of Iowa City is … Continued
Jalen Rose says Michigan has failed at honoring those who helped build program, specifically the Fab Five Greetings from Battle Creek, MI! While my ELGL colleagues have made their way down to the Strategic Government Resources (SGR) conference in Texas, I am in Battle Creek for the Michigan Local Government Manager’s Association (MLGMA) … Continued
It’s Raining Jobs (According to John McCarter) in this edition of Pure Midwest Welcome to the first installment of a brand new column from Midwest ELGL; Pure Midwest. Every week I’ll be bringing you the top news stories & job openings from the Midwest as well as a look at important issues in local government … Continued
