MML Convention Program

Fund a Better Way with MI Funding Hub Location: Gerald R. Ford Conference Room Moderator: Janet Dillon, Mayor Pro Tem, City of Saline Speaker:

Shanna Draheim, Director, Policy Research Labs, Michigan Municipal League

It’s no secret—grants can have a meaningful impact on the communities we live in. But many municipalities lack the capacity to track and access funding. Enter MI Funding Hub: an online grant navigation tool and free technical assistance center to help local leaders access state and federal funding. In this session you’ll learn how our talented Help Desk team can assist you in identifying, planning for, and preparing successful grant applications for your priority projects. CC 6: Strategic Leadership CC 10: Service Delivery CC 12: Financial Management and Budgeting

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Closing General Session and Community Excellence Award Presentation Location: Theatre Speaker:

Teri Takai, Senior Vice President, Center for Digital Government

The State of AI in Government: Exploring the Future Presented by the Center for Public Sector AI, this keynote delves into the present status of Artificial Intelligence in the GovTech sector. This session offers a detailed examination of AI’s applications within state and local governments. Explore AI’s potential future paths in GovTech with emerging trends and how leaders can prepare for AI’s impact. The session will also address starting points for AI implementation, stressing the importance of collaboration, ethical considerations, and equitable technology access. This forward-looking talk will equip attendees with a thorough understanding of AI’s trajectory in GovTech and provide practical insights to effectively leverage AI for public sector innovation and advancement.

CC 3: Equity and Inclusion CC 4: Staff Effectiveness CC 11: Technological Literacy

Announcement of the 2024 Community Excellence Award Winner

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