MML The Review MarchApr 2021 Magazine

2021 Legislative Committees Kick-off Orientation.

Working closely with other committee members, we are able to help shape policy in a positive manner for communities across Michigan ." —ROCK ABBOUD, BEVERLY HILLS COUNCILMEMBER

Tate (D-Detroit), and Representative Bill Huizenga (R-Zeeland). Legislators discussed the importance of local government and gave attendees some insight on the most effective way to advocate for their communities in Lansing. “The kick-off orientation was a great educational experience and allowed me to network with fellow committee members and legislators,” said Sharlan Douglas, Royal Oak City Commissioner. “The opportunity to hear directly from League staff and legislators on how to best advocate for my community was extremely helpful.” In addition to the experience of helping guide the League’s advocacy efforts, committee members who are enrolled in the Elected Officials Academy can earn advocacy credits for their service. League staff is looking forward to a very productive term with each of our new committees.

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Betsy DeRose is the League’s capital office coordinator. You may contact her at 517.485.1314 or bderose@mml.org.

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