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LOCATION:Alternative Response Teams: Building a Program That Fits your Community\'s Needs webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on Dec. 9 spotlighting three “alternative response teams” throughout the state.\n\nThese unarmed community response programs, rooted in racial equity and trauma-informed practices, work to provide behavioral health support and resources to community members.\n\nAttendees will hear about Lynn’s CALM Team, Cambridge’s Community Assistance Response and Engagement (CARE) Team, and Amherst’s Community Responders for Equity, Safety and Service (CRESS) team.\n\nPanelists will include:\n• CRESS Director Camille Theriaque\n• Cambridge Community Safety Department Director Marie Mathieu\n• Lynn Calm Team Program Administrator Abdel Razak Kawaf\n• Lynn Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer Faustina Cuevas\n\nPresenters will give an overview of how each initiative operates, and how they differ in scope, funding, and staffing based on the community’s needs and resources. They will also discuss the importance of community buy-in when launching a similar program.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/alternative-response-teams-building-a-program-that-fits-your-communitys-needs-webinar/
SUMMARY:Alternative Response Teams: Building a Program That Fits your Community\'s Needs webinar
DTSTART:20251209T120000Z
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DTEND:20251030T134500Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Communicators Virtual Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Communicators will host a dynamic virtual roundtable on Oct. 30 from noon to 1:45 p.m.\n\nThe free meeting, open to MMC members, will feature peer-led discussions on three key areas of municipal communications:\n• Community engagement: Strategies for building trust and participation across diverse audiences\n• Graphic design and video: Tips and tools for creating compelling visual content on a budget\n• Digital accessibility: Best practices for ensuring inclusive access to online information and services\n\nThe facilitators will be:\n• Renan Pineheiro, webmaster and social media coordinator in Framingham\n• Tyler Cote, community engagement specialist in Watertown\n• Bridget Martin, Communications Director for the Department of Human Services in Cambridge\n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to learn from other communications officials on each of the three topics in 30-minute breakout rooms.\n\nThe meeting offers an opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, and learn from fellow communicators across the Commonwealth — both for seasoned professionals and those just getting started.\n\nThis meeting is open only to MMC members, and advance registration is required.\nContact: MMA Membership and Project Assistant Kat Christy at kchristy@mma.org
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-communicators-virtual-roundtable/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Communicators Virtual Roundtable
DTSTART:20251030T120000Z
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DTEND:20251106T131500Z
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LOCATION:Unlock MassDOT Funding for your Municipality webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an overview of the grant programs recently launched by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation available to Massachusetts municipalities: the Community Culverts and Unpaved Roads Grant programs.\n\nYou’ll also hear about how your municipality can request support from LEAP, the Local Early and Actionable Planning Program. It is designed to provide planning and early stage design assistance to underserved municipalities.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massdot-funding-webinar/
SUMMARY:Unlock MassDOT Funding for your Municipality webinar
DTSTART:20251106T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251022T130000Z
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LOCATION:Women Elected Municipal Officials Fall Mentorship Session
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Strategies for Addressing Incivility\n\nThe meeting will be hosted by and for WEMO members. Any member, regardless of years of experience, is welcome to participate.\n\nAttendees will participate in a guided discussion on dealing with incivility. The discussion will explore:\n\n- Proactive steps to prevent or de-escalate instances of incivility\n- How to best support colleagues who are experiencing incivility\n- Ways to foster a culture of respect and civility\n\nAttendees are also encouraged to come with any question or challenge they’re currently dealing with in their capacities as elected municipal officials, regardless of topic, and share them in small groups for peer discussion and feedback. Please note MMA and WEMO are non-partisan organizations, so discussions about elections and campaigns are prohibited.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-elected-municipal-officials-fall-mentorship-session/
SUMMARY:Women Elected Municipal Officials Fall Mentorship Session
DTSTART:20251022T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251119T131500Z
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LOCATION:Planning and Partnering for Impact: Best Practices for Municipal Opioid Settlement Funds webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide municipal leaders with actionable ideas for getting started with their opioid settlement funds. Participants will hear approaches and best practices for organizing their assessment and planning activities and learn about the benefits of working regionally, with a real-life example from the town of Sudbury.\n\nThe session will highlight common challenges, a practical framework for long-term response planning, and available state and professional service supports to help communities move from funding to action.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/opioid-settlement-funds-webinar-2/
SUMMARY:Planning and Partnering for Impact: Best Practices for Municipal Opioid Settlement Funds webinar
DTSTART:20251119T120000Z
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DTEND:20251022T130000Z
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LOCATION:Navigating Student Debt with Savi webinar
DESCRIPTION:On Oct. 22, the MMA will host a webinar with Savi, a social impact technology organization dedicated to assisting public employees with their student loan debt.\n\nMore than 9 million public service workers, including full-time municipal employees, are eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, according to Savi, but less than 3% have received relief. Many employees don’t realize they qualify, and even fewer know how to maximize their options.\n\nTo help cities and towns support their workforce, the MMA is partnering with Savi, a leading student loan benefits provider.\n\nThe MMA webinar will feature Tony Raffa, Savi’s director of business development strategy, who will review current student debt relief programs and how Savi can help with its three levels of service, including one at no cost.\n\nRaffa will also provide an overview of recent changes by the U.S. Department of Education, the implications of recent executive orders for public employees, and common roadblocks to student debt relief.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/savi-student-debt-navigator-webinar/
SUMMARY:Navigating Student Debt with Savi webinar
DTSTART:20251022T120000Z
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DTEND:20260124T150000Z
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LOCATION:Connect 351
DESCRIPTION:Connect 351, the MMA’s annual conference, will be held Jan. 22-24 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and the Omni Hotel in Boston’s Seaport District.\n\nRegistration for Connect 351 opened Oct. 1.\n\nSpecial MMA-negotiated reduced-rate lodging is available to Connect 351 attendees at numerous hotels in the Seaport area.\n\nVisit Connect351.org for complete information.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/connect-351/
SUMMARY:Connect 351
DTSTART:20260122T130000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260327T140000Z
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LOCATION:Women Elected Municipal Officials Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-elected-municipal-officials-leadership-conference-6/
SUMMARY:Women Elected Municipal Officials Leadership Conference
DTSTART:20260327T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260319T170000Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Meeting
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URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-meeting-7/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Meeting
DTSTART:20260319T080000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260312T130000Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Boot Camp
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URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-boot-camp-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Boot Camp
DTSTART:20260312T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260305T130000Z
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LOCATION:Women Leading Government Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-leading-government-conference-5/
SUMMARY:Women Leading Government Conference
DTSTART:20260305T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260226T150000Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Mini Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-mini-boot-camp-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Mini Boot Camp
DTSTART:20260226T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260210T114500Z
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LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-board-meeting/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors board meeting
DTSTART:20260210T100000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20260210T094500Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-board-meeting-9/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association board meeting
DTSTART:20260210T084500Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250930T133000Z
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LOCATION:Women Elected Municipal Officials virtual symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-elected-municipal-officials-virtual-symposium/
SUMMARY:Women Elected Municipal Officials virtual symposium
DTSTART:20250930T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251003T101500Z
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LOCATION:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Middleborough
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will hold its fall series of Legislative Breakfast Meetings in Lee, Athol, Middleborough and Chelmsford.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Breakfast Meetings, held each spring and fall in communities across the Commonwealth, give local leaders, legislators and MMA staff an opportunity to network in an informal setting and learn about and discuss issues of importance at the local and state level.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Division staff will discuss the latest activity in the Legislature with implications for cities and towns. Topics will include Chapter 90 and a recently signed transportation bond bill, supplemental budget bills, an environmental bond bill, updates to the tax title foreclosure process, clean energy siting and permitting, regulatory updates, and more.\n\nMunicipal officials from every community are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss issues of importance with MMA staff and legislators. Attendees are also urged to contact their local legislators and invite them to attend.\n\nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided at these free meetings beginning at 8:30 a.m. Introductions will begin shortly thereafter, followed by presentations and a Q&A session. The meetings will end by 10:15 a.m.\n\nMMA members are asked to register online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-legislative-breakfast-meetings-middleborough/
SUMMARY:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Middleborough
DTSTART:20251003T083000Z
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DTEND:20251015T131500Z
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LOCATION:Cybersecurity for Municipalities Webinar
DESCRIPTION:An MMA webinar on Oct. 15 will cover cybersecurity issues, including the MassCyberCenter’s Minimum Baseline of Cybersecurity for Municipalities.\n\nThe baseline was created to encourage municipalities and schools to improve their cybersecurity posture and resilience against cyberattacks, inspire collaboration, and engage with other cities and towns to strengthen cybersecurity resiliency.\n\nThe webinar will identify the most common threats facing municipalities and review the four goals of the baseline to provide guidance and resources to help implement a robust cybersecurity program. The four goals are: training employees, improving threat sharing, cyber incident response planning, and securing the technology environment.\n\nUpdates on state programs, including cybersecurity training and grants, will also be provided.\n\nSpeakers will include:\n• MassCyberCenter Director John Petrozzelli\n• MassCyberCenter Resiliency Program Manager Meg Speranza\n• Susan Noyes, director of the Office of Municipal and School Technology\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/cybersecurity-webinar-2/
SUMMARY:Cybersecurity for Municipalities Webinar
DTSTART:20251015T120000Z
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DTEND:20251002T131500Z
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LOCATION:Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on Oct. 2 featuring the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission.\n\nEstablished in 2020 by criminal justice reform legislation, the purpose of the POST Commission is to implement a fair process for mandatory certification, discipline and training for all peace officers in Massachusetts.\n\nAndrew Golas, town administrator and emergency management director for the town of Charlton, will moderate a panel discussion providing essential information for municipal leaders about the POST Commission, its legal requirements for municipalities, and its future goals.\n\nPanelists will include:\n\n - Enrique Zuniga, executive director of the POST Commission
\n - Eric Atstupenas, general counsel for the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association
\n - Christopher Padden, police chief in Norwood
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\nThe MMA invites attendees to submit their questions in advance when they register using Zoom.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.\n\nBefore the Oct. 2 webinar, attendees may want to watch the MMA’s first and second annual POST update webinars, available on demand on mma.org.\n\nContact: MMA Education and Training Coordinator Kristianna Lapierre at klapierre@mma.org
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/peace-officer-standards-and-training-commission-webinar/
SUMMARY:Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission Webinar
DTSTART:20251002T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251017T101500Z
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LOCATION:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Chelmsford
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will hold its fall series of Legislative Breakfast Meetings in Lee, Athol, Middleborough and Chelmsford.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Breakfast Meetings, held each spring and fall in communities across the Commonwealth, give local leaders, legislators and MMA staff an opportunity to network in an informal setting and learn about and discuss issues of importance at the local and state level.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Division staff will discuss the latest activity in the Legislature with implications for cities and towns. Topics will include Chapter 90 and a recently signed transportation bond bill, supplemental budget bills, an environmental bond bill, updates to the tax title foreclosure process, clean energy siting and permitting, regulatory updates, and more.\n\nMunicipal officials from every community are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss issues of importance with MMA staff and legislators. Attendees are also urged to contact their local legislators and invite them to attend.\n\nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided at these free meetings beginning at 8:30 a.m. Introductions will begin shortly thereafter, followed by presentations and a Q&A session. The meetings will end by 10:15 a.m.\n\nMMA members are asked to register online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-legislative-breakfast-meetings-chelmsford/
SUMMARY:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Chelmsford
DTSTART:20251017T083000Z
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DTEND:20251003T101500Z
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LOCATION:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Athol
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will hold its fall series of Legislative Breakfast Meetings in Lee, Athol, Middleborough and Chelmsford.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Breakfast Meetings, held each spring and fall in communities across the Commonwealth, give local leaders, legislators and MMA staff an opportunity to network in an informal setting and learn about and discuss issues of importance at the local and state level.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Division staff will discuss the latest activity in the Legislature with implications for cities and towns. Topics will include Chapter 90 and a recently signed transportation bond bill, supplemental budget bills, an environmental bond bill, updates to the tax title foreclosure process, clean energy siting and permitting, regulatory updates, and more.\n\nMunicipal officials from every community are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss issues of importance with MMA staff and legislators. Attendees are also urged to contact their local legislators and invite them to attend.\n\nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided at these free meetings beginning at 8:30 a.m. Introductions will begin shortly thereafter, followed by presentations and a Q&A session. The meetings will end by 10:15 a.m.\n\nMMA members are asked to register online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-legislative-breakfast-meetings-athol-middleborough/
SUMMARY:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Athol
DTSTART:20251003T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250926T101500Z
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LOCATION:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Lee
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will hold its fall series of Legislative Breakfast Meetings in Lee, Athol, Middleborough and Chelmsford.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Breakfast Meetings, held each spring and fall in communities across the Commonwealth, give local leaders, legislators and MMA staff an opportunity to network in an informal setting and learn about and discuss issues of importance at the local and state level.\n\nThe MMA’s Legislative Division staff will discuss the latest activity in the Legislature with implications for cities and towns. Topics will include Chapter 90 and a recently signed transportation bond bill, supplemental budget bills, an environmental bond bill, updates to the tax title foreclosure process, clean energy siting and permitting, regulatory updates, and more.\n\nMunicipal officials from every community are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss issues of importance with MMA staff and legislators. Attendees are also urged to contact their local legislators and invite them to attend.\n\nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided at these free meetings beginning at 8:30 a.m. Introductions will begin shortly thereafter, followed by presentations and a Q&A session. The meetings will end by 10:15 a.m.\n\nMMA members are asked to register online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-legislative-breakfast-meetings-lee/
SUMMARY:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Lee
DTSTART:20250926T083000Z
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DTEND:20250925T131500Z
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LOCATION:From Resources to Relationships: Why Councils on Aging Matter webinar
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/from-resources-to-relationships-why-councils-on-aging-matter-webinar/
SUMMARY:From Resources to Relationships: Why Councils on Aging Matter webinar
DTSTART:20250925T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250916T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Municipal Support from the Red Cross webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on Sept. 16 with the American Red Cross of Massachusetts to explore how municipalities can work with the Massachusetts chapter and to offer examples of the support the Red Cross can provide when a community needs it most.\n\nThree regional executive directors will join the webinar to provide information related to their region.\n\nEvery eight minutes, the Red Cross responds to a disaster to offer care, comfort, financial support and relief, according to the organization’s website. The Red Cross also runs training and certification programs, blood drives, the largest food pantry in New England, services to the armed forces, and more.\n\nWebinar speakers will include:\n\n - Holly Grant, CEO, American Red Cross, Massachusetts
\n - Barbara Cotton, executive director, Red Cross Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter
\n - Kyle McWilliam-Lopez, executive director, Red Cross Northeastern Massachusetts Chapter
\n - Nia Rennix, executive director, Red Cross Central-Western Massachusetts Chapter
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\nOnline registration is available for the 60-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.\n\nContact: MMA Education and Training Coordinator Kristianna Lapierre at klapierre@mma.org
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/municipal-support-from-the-red-cross-webinar/
SUMMARY:Municipal Support from the Red Cross webinar
DTSTART:20250916T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250910T131500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Wage Equity Act: What Municipalities Need to Know webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on Sept. 10 covering the Frances Perkins Wage Equity Act, which was enacted in July 2024 to help close gender and racial wage gaps in Massachusetts.\n\nThe webinar will review the key provisions of the law, including pay disclosure requirements and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission data reporting.\n\nPanelists will include:\n• Trini Gao, assistant attorney general, Civil Rights Division, Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office\n• Josh Cutler, undersecretary, Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development\n• Jen Breaker, assistant town manager and communications director, Danvers (moderator)\n\nPresentations will be followed by an extended opportunity to ask questions regarding the law and its requirements for Massachusetts municipalities. Attendees are invited to submit questions for the panelists in advance on the Zoom registration page.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-wage-equity-act-what-municipalities-need-to-know-webinar/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Wage Equity Act: What Municipalities Need to Know webinar
DTSTART:20250910T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250820T131500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Foundations of Crisis Communications webinar
DESCRIPTION:An MMA webinar on Aug. 20 will focus on crisis communications and the importance of consistent messaging when cities and towns face unexpected challenges.\n\nPresident Joyce McMahon and Jennifer Ranz, both of McMahon Communications, will provide a practical introduction to crisis communication planning and response, and demonstrate how preparation can make all the difference in crisis situations. \n\nAttendees will learn about crafting messages after an incident, organizing responses, and keeping everyone on the same page when it matters most.\n\nThis webinar will aim to cover a number of crisis situations. On the Zoom registration page, the MMA encourages attendees to suggest crises that would serve as the most helpful examples for learning specific communications strategies.\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.\n\nContact: MMA Education and Training Coordinator Kristianna Lapierre at klapierre@mma.org
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/foundations-of-crisis-communications-webinar/
SUMMARY:Foundations of Crisis Communications webinar
DTSTART:20250820T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250924T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Energy Outlook with Constellation
DESCRIPTION:The MMA and its partners at Constellation will hold a free presentation and conversation via Zoom on Sept. 24 to cover two energy topics.\n\n• Brandon Fong, principal in Constellation’s Commodities Management Group, will provide an update on the current energy landscape for cities and towns, including winter energy costs, weather updates, global challenges facing the energy markets, and more.\n\n• The team managing Constellation’s electric vehicle charging solution will discuss how it can help municipalities offer an important charging amenity, while gathering data to support further electrification efforts. This energy efficiency program, available to MMA members, can be an effective entry point for cities and towns in the early development of their electrification strategy.\n\nThe meeting is free, but registration is required to receive the link. The hour-long meeting will begin at noon.\n\nThe Constellation team offers a wide range of services to help communities manage summer energy costs, including strategic energy buying, efficiency projects, and clean energy options. As electricity production is struggling to keep up with demand and New England prices rise, Constellation can help cities and towns explore alternative energy and cost-savings solutions.\n\nFor 25 years, the MMA’s MunEnergy program has helped cities and towns manage energy costs through a program designed specifically for public entities. For more information, visit the MunEnergy webpage or contact MMA Deputy Executive Director Katie McCue at 617-426-7272, ext. 111, or kmccue@mma.org.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/energy-outlook-with-constellation/
SUMMARY:Energy Outlook with Constellation
DTSTART:20250924T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251211T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association and Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Joint Holiday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-and-massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-joint-holiday-meeting/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association and Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Joint Holiday Meeting
DTSTART:20251211T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251205T140000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Newly Elected Training
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association will hold its third biennial training session for newly elected councillors on Friday, Dec. 5.\n\nThe free meeting is targeted to newly elected officials, but all city and town councillors are invited.\nAgenda
\n8:30 a.m.\nRegistration, Networking, Coffee\n\n9 a.m.\nWelcome and Introductions\nBrendan Sweeney, MMCA President and Beverly City Councillor\n\n9:30 a.m.\nYou’ve Been Elected – Now What? Navigating Your Role as a Councillor\nThis panel of veteran councillors will address various aspects of the “job” of councillor, covering topics including constituent relations and services, open meeting law, and working with fellow councillors, committees and department heads and other staff. There will be ample time for questions.\n• Lisa Feltner, Watertown\n• Afroz Khan, Newburyport\n• John McLaughlin, Waltham\n• Colleen Bradley MacArthur, Waltham\n• Michael Ossing, Marlborough\n• Brendan Sweeney, Beverly\n\n10:45 a.m.\nThe City Budget and State Finance 101\nSean Cronin, Senior Deputy Commissioner, Division of Local Services\nState finance and municipal budgeting can be an overwhelming topic. Cronin will discuss the outstanding job his team at the Division of Local Services does to make municipal finance easier to understand and to provide tools and resources to help you do your job more effectively in your first year.\n\nNoon\nLunch\n\n1 p.m.\nCouncil Rules and Procedures\nMichael Ossing, Marlborough City Council President\nEvery council is governed by its own “Council Rules.” Some communities include a\nCode of Conduct for their elected officials, which often extends to appointed officials,\nstaff and members of the public when engaging with officials. This session will review\nCouncil Rules and the Codes of Conduct, and how they apply to you as a city or town\nCouncillor.\n\n2 p.m.\nAdjournment
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-newly-elected-training-2/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Newly Elected Training
DTSTART:20251205T090000Z
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DTEND:20251203T180000Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Holiday Dinner
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-holiday-dinner-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Holiday Dinner
DTSTART:20251203T170000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251202T170000Z
UID:3eab15ca29e2eda700eee12aba312805
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Newly Elected Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-newly-elected-training-2/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Newly Elected Training
DTSTART:20251202T080000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251027T120000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Reception
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-reception/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Reception
DTSTART:20251027T110000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250930T140000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA/MIIA Health Care Costs Forum
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this event is sold out, and we cannot accommodate any walk-ins.\n\nThis half-day municipal forum will feature leading industry experts discussing the following topics:\n• The health care landscape in Massachusetts\n• Health care cost trends impacting municipalities\n• The current legal landscape relative to municipal health insurance\n\nThis event is free for MMA members, and lunch is included. Space is limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.\nAgenda
\n9 a.m.\nCoffee and Networking\n\n10 a.m.\nWelcome and Overview\n• Adam Chapdelaine, Executive Director, MMA\n\n10:15 a.m.\nThe Massachusetts Health Care Cost Landscape\n• Lauren Peters, Executive Director, Center for Health Information and Analysis\n\n10:45 a.m.\nMunicipal Health Care Cost Challenges\nThis will be a guided discussion among key leaders in municipal health insurance across the Commonwealth. Panelists will discuss the health insurance cost challenges facing cities and towns and offer potential solutions for bending the cost curve.\nModerator:\n• Eileen McAnneny, Executive Director, Employer Coalition on Health\nPanelists:\n• Paul Sweeney, Senior Vice President, Municipal | Labor and Diversified Sales, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts\n• Matt Veno, Executive Director, Group Insurance Commission\n• Chris Bailey, Director, MIIA Health Benefits Trust\n\n12 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1 p.m.\nOverview of Current Legal Landscape Relative to Municipal Health Insurance\n• Attorney Timothy Zessin, KP Law
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-miia-health-care-costs-forum/
SUMMARY:MMA/MIIA Health Care Costs Forum
DTSTART:20250930T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250926T100000Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association will hold a regional breakfast meeting on Friday, September 26 at the Marlborough Public Library, from 8 to 10 a.m.\n\nThis event will kick off with a presentation from Hudson Planning and Economic Development Director Kristina Johnson focused on recent successes and challenges in economic development, zoning, and housing. Attendees will then participate in roundtable discussions at their tables, sharing their own experiences with these issues.\n\nThis meeting is free and all city and town councillors are invited to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-meeting-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Meeting
DTSTART:20250926T080000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250814T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Communicators Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-communicators-meeting/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Communicators Meeting
DTSTART:20250814T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250806T131500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Municipal Legal Updates: Summer 2025 webinar
DESCRIPTION:A panel of attorneys with the Massachusetts Municipal Lawyers Association will address timely legal topics affecting municipalities during an MMA webinar on Aug 6.\n\n• John Finnegan, an attorney with Hill Law, will provide an update on an April Land Court decision relative to tax title takings and the calculation of interest.\n\n• Nicole Costanzo, an attorney with KP Law, will discuss cannabis law and policy, particularly as it pertains to delivery and social consumption.\n\n• Kelli Gunagan, an assistant attorney general and director of the Municipal Law Unit, will discuss recent accessory dwelling unit (ADU) bylaw decisions.\n\n• Sam Dinning, policy and strategic initiatives counsel for the city of Boston, will discuss establishing community policies related to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities.\n\nThe webinar will feature brief presentations on each topic and time for questions.\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/municipal-legal-updates-summer-2025-webinar/
SUMMARY:Municipal Legal Updates: Summer 2025 webinar
DTSTART:20250806T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250827T131500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Strategic Communications for Local Government webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on Aug. 27 reviewing how to transform municipal communications work “from scattered to strategic.”\n\nAshley Curtis, digital media marketing manager in Cambridge, and Florencia Rullo, communications manager in Nantucket, will share insights on streamlining municipal communications.\n\nTopics will include:\n• Simplifying your social media presence with a clear visual identity\n• Navigating algorithms to reach your audience\n• Establishing effective social media policies\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/digital-communications-webinar/
SUMMARY:Strategic Communications for Local Government webinar
DTSTART:20250827T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250715T131500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Private Roads: What Municipal Officials Need to Know webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on July 15 that will provide an overview of private roads, with examples of local practice from municipal employees and an experienced attorney.\n\nWith over 3,000 miles of private roads and pressure to expand housing and other developments across the state, municipalities can’t escape conversations about unaccepted roads. This webinar will provide foundational information to help municipal officials navigate community conversations about private roadways.\n\nAttendees will hear from:\n\n - Roby Whitehouse, assistant public works director in Yarmouth and President of the Massachusetts Highway Association
\n - Karis North, attorney, Murphy, Hesse, Toomey & Lehane LLP
\n - Rich Benevento, chairperson of the parking and traffic commission for Beverely and chairperson of the zoning board of appeals for Middleton
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\nThis webinar will cover legal boundaries for private road repair and maintenance, recommendations for approval of new private roads, and considerations for accepting roads.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/private-roadways-webinar/
SUMMARY:Private Roads: What Municipal Officials Need to Know webinar
DTSTART:20250715T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251113T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Women Leading Government Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
\n8:30 a.m.\nCoffee, Registration\n\n9:15 - 9:30 a.m.\nWelcome\nMelissa Goff, WLG Committee Vice Chair and Brookline Deputy Town Administrator\n\n9:30 - 10 a.m.\nBook/Podcast Discussion:\nAngie Ellison, Member in Transition\nVanessa Hale, Assistant Town Administrator, Southborough\n\n10 - 11 a.m.\nFrom Imposter to Influencer: Strength and Storytelling in Public Service\nMarissa Baum, Head of Communications, East Hartford, CT\nModerator: Jen Breaker, Deputy Town Manager and Director of Communications, Danvers\nMarissa Baum is a co-host of the ELGL (Emerging Local Government Leaders) podcast, called GovLove. She’s working in her first local government position, having previously served in leadership roles at several cultural organizations.\n\n11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.\nOvercoming Challenges, Building Resilience\nBreanna Lungo-Koehn, Mayor, Medford\nLibby Gibson, Town Manager, Nantucket\nMelissa Murphy Rodrigues, Town Manager, North Andover\nModerator: Lisa Wong, Town Administrator, South Hadley\n\n12:15 p.m.\nLunch
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-leading-government-meeting-9/
SUMMARY:Women Leading Government Meeting
DTSTART:20251113T090000Z
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DTEND:20251121T120000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
\nThursday, November 20\n\n8:30-9:30 a.m.\nFull Breakfast, Registration\n\n9:30-9:45 a.m.\nConference Welcome and Introductions\nJohn Mangiaratti, Acton Town Manager and MMMA President\n\n9:45-11:30 a.m.\nPrioritizing Strategic Planning\nAllison Iantosca, Professional Certified Coach\nHow do you focus on long-range goals when you have a full plate in front of you? How do you make room to implement some of the strategies and concepts you learn about but never have time for? This session will focus on helping you to prioritize strategic work, while balancing current demands on your time and focus.\n\nAllison Iantosca is an executive coach and also serves as CEO of F.H. Perry Builder, a family business she has led since 2008.\n\n11:30 a.m.-noon\nMMA Legislative Update\nDave Koffman, MMA Legislative Director\n\nNoon\nLunch\n\n1-2:30 p.m.\nBest Practices in Strategic Planning\nKristen Las, Town Manager, Westford\nOther presenters TBA\n\n2:30-3 p.m.\nMMA/LITIX Salary Survey Tool\nStephen Crane, Vice President, LITIX\n\n3:30 p.m.\nConference Reception\nAn opportunity to gather post-sessions and before heading out to dinner on your own in Worcester.\n\nMentoring Program Networking Reception\nAC Kitchen\nAll mentors and mentees are invited to attend this session. Refreshments will be served.\n\nFriday, November 21\n\n8-9:15 a.m.\nRegistration, Breakfast\n\n9:15-9:30 a.m.\nICMA Update\nSteve Bartha, ICMA Senior Regional Vice President\nKate Fitzpatrick, ICMA Regional Director\n\n9:45-10:45 a.m.\nTown Manager Contracts\nJohn Clifford, Partner, Clifford & Kenny\nClifford will share best practices and trending developments in manager contracts. Members at different stages in their career will share their experiences in negotiating their own contracts.\n\n10:45-11:45 a.m.\nWhat If I Want to March?\nKate Fitzpatrick, ICMA Northeast Regional Director\nIn 2020, Fitzpatrick authored an article with fellow managers Opal Mauldin-Jones (Texas) and Bill Fraser (Vermont) that focused on taking part in democracy while modeling nonpartisanship behavior and adhering to the ICMA Code of Ethics. How can managers engage in issues they are passionate about, while modeling professional behavior with elected officials and staff?\n\n11:45 a.m.\nLunch and Departure
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-fall-conference-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Fall Conference
DTSTART:20251120T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251118T140000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/local-government-advisory-commission-meeting-4/
SUMMARY:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DTSTART:20251118T130000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251118T114500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting-8/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20251118T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251118T094500Z
UID:45ab2b108518675fda2d2e4470abbc4e
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-meeting-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Meeting
DTSTART:20251118T084500Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250625T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Communicators virtual meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Massachusetts Municipal Communicators (MMC) Virtual Meeting on June 25, from 12-1 p.m. on Accessible Practices in Municipal Communications! This free meeting is open to all MMC members.\n\nLearn about ways of ensuring accessible, effective communication in your municipality. Participants will receive an overview of ADA considerations within municipal communications and dive into effective and ineffective strategies to ensure accessibility for residents.\n\nThis training will share some best practices for meeting accessibility, social media, and municipal websites to ensure the information being shared by municipalities remains accessible for all.\n\nSpeakers include:\nJonathan O’Dell, Supervisor, Communication Access, Technology and Training Services; Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing\nLilia Melikechi, Communications and Training Manager; Massachusetts Office on Disability\nRob Dias, Assistive Technology Information Specialist; Massachusetts Office on Disability\nMindy Johnson, Documents & Communications Accessibility Coordinator, Massachusetts Executive Office of Technology Services and Security’s Accessibility Center for Consulting, Education and Support Services (ACCESS)\nAdam Gojanovich, Accessibility Training Coordinator, Massachusetts Executive Office of Technology Services and Security’s Accessibility Center for Consulting, Education and Support Services (ACCESS)\nTyler Cote, Community Engagement Specialist, City of Watertown - Moderator\n\nTo increase accessibility, Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services will be provided at this meeting.\n\nThis meeting is only open to MMC members. The meeting is free, but attendees must register in advance. Please email MMA Membership & Project Assistant Maddie Roberts at mroberts@mma.org to register.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-communicators-virtual-meeting/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Communicators virtual meeting
DTSTART:20250625T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251023T170000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources labor relations seminar
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources will hold its annual Labor Relations Seminar on Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Devens Common Center, 31 Andrews Parkway in Devens.\n\nThe registration fee is $90 for MMHR members and $110 for nonmembers.\nAgenda
\n8:30-9 a.m.\nRegistration and networking coffee\n\n9-9:05 a.m.\nWelcome remarks\n\n9:05-10 a.m.\nLabor Law Update\n• Attorney Meghan Sullivan of Sullivan, Hayes, & Quinn LLC\n\n10-11:30 a.m.\nManaging the ADA Disability Interactive Process\n• Rachel Shaw, Shaw HR Consulting\n\n11:30-11:45 a.m.\nBreak\n\n11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nMMA Legislative Update\n• Dave Koffman, MMA Legislative Director\n\n12:30-1:30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1:30-3 p.m.\nConcurrent Workshops\n\nNavigating Layoffs and Furloughs\n• Attorney Jaime Kenny, Clifford & Kenny LLP\n• Attorney Caitlin Morey, Clifford & Kenny LLP\n\nConducting Internal Investigations\n• Jean Haertl, Principal, Safety & Respect at Work LLC\n\n3 p.m.\nClosing announcements and adjournment
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-labor-relations-seminar-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources labor relations seminar
DTSTART:20251023T080000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251018T140000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Association of Town Finance Committees Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Local finance committee members are invited to the Association of Town Finance Committees’ Annual Meeting on Oct. 18 at the Sharon Community Center.\n\nThe meeting will feature four educational workshops, running concurrently during two time slots.\n\nThe first session will feature “Finance Committee and Budgeting 101,” and a session on health care costs.\n\nThe second session will feature a revenue and expenditure forecasting workshop, and a session focused on Proposition 2½ overrides.\n\nThe opening speaker will be Quentin Palfrey, director of the Commonwealth’s Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office. Palfrey will focus on the impact of federal spending reductions on local budgets.\n\nThe 2025 edition of the Finance Committee Handbook will be released at the meeting.\n\nThe meeting will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and all local officials are welcome to attend.\n\nThe cost is $65 for dues-paying ATFC finance committee members and $75 for nonmember finance committee members and all other local officials.\nAgenda
\n8:15 - 9 a.m.\nRegistration, Breakfast and Networking\n\n9 - 9:40 a.m.\nPresident’s Welcome and Business Meeting Ballroom\nMelinda Tarsi-Goldfien, Mansfield Finance Committee Member\n\nMMA Fiscal Report, A Perfect Storm: Cities & Towns Face Historic Fiscal Pressures\nAdam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director\n\n9:40 - 10:30 a.m.\nQuentin Palfrey, Director of Federal Funds and Infrastructure, Executive Office for Administration and Finance\n\n10:45 a.m. - noon\nConcurrent Workshops I\n\nBudgeting 101\nDesigned for new finance committee members, this session will provide a roadmap for building consensus by showing how best to organize and present your community’s financial information.\n• John Coderre, Town Administrator, Ashburnham\nModerator: Mary McBride, ATFC Director and Billerica Finance Committee\n\nTaming the Health Care Budget: What Finance Committees Need to Know\nManaging the rising cost of health insurance remains a persistent challenge for towns working to balance tight budgets while meeting the needs of employees and retirees. This workshop is tailored for Finance Committee members who help guide fiscally responsible and sustainable health care decisions.\n\nThis session will examine current trends in municipal health care costs, explore plan design options, and discuss how these changes can be negotiated with Public Employee Groups (PEGs). Attendees will gain practical insights and actionable ideas to help their committee make informed, cost-conscious choices.\n• Chris Bailey, Director, Health Benefits Trust, Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA)\nModerator: Ira Miller, ATFC Past President and Sharon Finance Committee\n\nNoon - 12:45 p.m.\nLunch\n\n12:45 - 2 p.m.\nConcurrent Workshops II\n\nA Tale of Two (or Three) Overrides\nAs a rising number of communities face Proposition 2½ override votes, this session will provide insights into communities that have recently voted on an override. These case studies will highlight lessons learned from the process and the outcome of the votes.\n• Connor Read, Town Administrator, Easton\n• Justin Cassanova-Davis, Town Manager, Bridgewater\n• Andrew Harmon, former Finance Committee member, Stoneham\nModerator: Bill Stuart, ATFC Director and Rockland Finance Committee\n\nRevenue and Expenditure Forecasting\nThis session will approach multi-year planning as a valuable tool for towns in the difficult financial environment of today as well as more normal times. Planning revenue, operating expenses, capital expenditures and their impact on three- to five-year scenarios will be reviewed. The relationship of these expenditures to the planning and use of various reserve funds, such as free cash, overlay and stabilization funds, will also be discussed.\n• Al Tosti, ATFC Treasurer and Arlington Finance Committee\n• Jamie Farnum, Project Manager, Division of Local Services
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/association-of-town-finance-committees-annual-meeting-4/
SUMMARY:Association of Town Finance Committees Annual Meeting
DTSTART:20251018T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251016T150000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Management Association’s annual “boot camp” is a practical guide for administrators and assistants who are new to the profession, and for department heads and professional staff who are planning to move into a town manager or administrator role.\n\nThe free meeting includes an interactive roundtable session and workshops on career advancement, resiliency, and municipal finance basics.\n\nThe boot camp is not a training session for frontline staff or elected officials.\n\nAgenda\n\n8:30 a.m.\nLight Breakfast, Registration, Networking\n\n9:30 a.m.\nWelcome, Introductions and Overview\n\n9:45-10:30 a.m.\nHow to Be a Town Manager in 2025 and Beyond\n• John Managiaratti, Acton Town Manager and MMMA President\n• Heather Harper, Assistant Town Manager, Sandwich\nOngoing incivility, national politics penetrating town hall, staff recruiting and retention issues AND limited financial resources are challenges that every municipal manager faces. Experienced managers will share their strategies to meet these challenges while maintaining a passion for professional management and local government.\n\n10:30-11:45 a.m.\nManagement 101 Roundtables\nExperienced managers will facilitate each table, covering topics including ethics, working with elected officials, community engagement and pride, and building a support network. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions and get different manager perspectives during this interactive session.\n\n11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n12:30-1:30 p.m.\nPreparing For Career Advancement\nThis session will highlight the professional development and educational opportunities that will promote career development. Panelists will share their experiences and strategies, and what they’ve learned along the way.\n• Jennifer Thompson, Partner, Capital Strategic Solutions\n• Bernie Lynch, Principal, Community Paradigm Associates\n• Sean Dugan, Assistant Town Administrator, Easton\n• Chad Lovett, Town Administrator, Blackstone\n• Stephanie Duggan, Assistant Town Administrator, Maynard\n\n1:30-2:30 p.m.\nState and Municipal Finances\n• Sean Cronin, Senior Deputy Commissioner of Local Services, Division of Local Services\n\n2:30 p.m.\nWrap-up and Final Thoughts
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-boot-camp-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Boot Camp
DTSTART:20251016T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251014T130000Z
UID:4c8760b53ef0ab2331c82d45634cf29b
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:long-range planning meeting
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting-7/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20251014T083000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20251009T131500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Fiscal Summit
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will hold a Fiscal Summit on Oct. 9 to examine the fiscal challenges facing municipalities across the Commonwealth.\n\nThe event is being hosted by the Massachusetts Select Board Association, but all municipal officials are invited to attend.\n\nThe summit will open with a keynote address by MMA Executive Director Adam Chapdelaine on the current fiscal landscape in cities and towns.\n\nThere will also be two panel discussions.\n\nThe first, exploring the cost drivers in public education, will feature Holyoke Public Schools Finance Director Sean Mangano and Peabody Schools Superintendent Josh Vadala.\n\nThe second, covering public engagement strategies for municipal finance and budgeting, will feature Foxborough Communications Specialist Maura Buckley and Reading Assistant Town Manager Jayne Wellman.\n\nRegistration and a networking coffee will begin at 8:30 a.m. The program will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at 1:15 p.m. The cost to attend is $25, including lunch.\n\nThe conference will be held at the Cyprian Keyes Golf Club in Boylston.\nAgenda
\n8:30-9 a.m.\nRegistration and networking coffee\n\n9-9:10 a.m.\nWelcome remarks\n\n9:10-10 a.m.\nKeynote: Municipal Fiscal Landscape Update\nAdam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director\n\n10-11 a.m.\nWhat’s Driving the Cost of Public Education?\nSean Mangano, Executive Director of Finance and Operations, Holyoke Public Schools\nJosh Vadala, Superintendent of Schools, Peabody\n\n11 a.m.-12 p.m.\nPublic Engagement Strategies for Municipal Finance and Budgeting\nMaura Buckley, Communications Specialist, Foxborough\nJayne Wellman, Assistant Town Manager, Reading\n\n12 p.m.\nAdjournment and lunch
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-select-board-association-leadership-conference-3/
SUMMARY:Fiscal Summit
DTSTART:20251009T083000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250917T140000Z
UID:8c6ce3db2008d9f34babb89f9aeed6ad
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-meeting-5/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DTSTART:20250917T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250909T140000Z
UID:ec56b1b5eb1b5bad134c86600605af7d
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/local-government-advisory-commission-meeting-3/
SUMMARY:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DTSTART:20250909T130000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250909T114500Z
UID:59404eb3724b7c849bb4debb821f30a2
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting-6/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20250909T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250909T094500Z
UID:5d540de2cefad3429353821915fb37b6
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DTSTART:20250909T084500Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250618T131500Z
UID:cf40fdd845e53713e03be2e2cc789646
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Mental Health Awareness for Municipal Staff webinar
DESCRIPTION:An MMA webinar for all municipal staff and non-managers on June 18 will cover understanding and supporting mental well-being in the workplace.\n\nThe webinar will identify common mental health challenges and offer tools for employees to effectively support themselves, colleagues and residents.\n\nThe webinar will be led by Jon Mattleman, who has 40 years of experience as a mental health consultant and 35 years of experience as a municipal employee in Massachusetts. Mattleman has worked with municipalities on topics such as anxiety, depression and conflict resolution, and he’s known for his presentations about anxiety and teens to educators, parents and professionals.\n\nThe webinar is open to all municipal employees. It is being offered free to MMA members thanks to a sponsorship from Human Resources Services Inc., which provides technical assistance to local governments, other public agencies, and related civic organizations in compensation management, human resources and general management.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.\n\nAn MMA webinar with Mattleman on May 21 focused on how managers can support their employees.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mental-health-awareness-for-municipal-staff/
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness for Municipal Staff webinar
DTSTART:20250618T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250611T131500Z
UID:462f3e90d719b84b542de1d768d97110
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Adapting Public Buildings for Creative Uses webinar
DESCRIPTION:On June 11, the MMA will host a webinar covering how abandoned municipal buildings can be turned into creative economy spaces.\n\nJay Paget, program director of the Cultural Facilities Fund, will lead a discussion with representatives from three municipalities about their projects.\n\nHarwich Cultural Affairs Director Kara Mewhinney will discuss the 204 Cultural Arts Municipal Building, created at an abandoned school.\n\nBurns Maxey, president of CitySpace in Easthampton, will discuss how his city turned an old town hall into a community arts center.\n\nErin Becker, executive director of Mother Brook Arts and Community Center in Dedham, will discuss how the site of a former school became an arts and community center.\n\nThe webinar will explain the decision processes, redevelopment phase, leasing, management, operations, and budgeting for these projects.\n\nIn conjunction with the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Planning Association, the webinar is approved for 1.25 hours of AICP Continuing Education credits.\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/adapting-public-buildings-for-creative-uses-webinar/
SUMMARY:Adapting Public Buildings for Creative Uses webinar
DTSTART:20250611T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250723T140000Z
UID:f5e91418e61ac101e76826413bd66728
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-meeting-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DTSTART:20250723T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250717T130000Z
UID:d73e7fdfeaeae6c2045d900e44e80d3b
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Summer meeting
DESCRIPTION:Interim Secretary of Economic Development Ashley Stolba will be the featured speaker at the Massachusetts Municipal Management Association summer meeting on Thursday, July 17. Meeting registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Granite Links Country Club in Quincy, followed by an MMA update with Legislative Director Dave Koffman and Secretary Stolba.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-summer-meeting/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Summer meeting
DTSTART:20250717T093000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250527T130000Z
UID:8a2e1f3e5b3dc11ef455af6a71dcc05a
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Public Records and Open Meeting Law Open Forum webinar
DESCRIPTION:As a follow-up to a March webinar, the MMA will host a virtual opportunity on May 27 for local leaders to ask questions about the state’s public records and open meeting laws.\n\nOn March 19, the MMA hosted a webinar with attorneys Lauren Goldberg and Janelle Austin of KP Law reviewing the fundamentals of the two key state laws. Members are asked to watch the March presentation before attending the May webinar.\n\nGoldberg and Austin will lead the open forum on May 27, answering questions about each law’s legal requirements and common violations.\n\nThe 60-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/public-records-and-open-meeting-law-open-forum-webinar/
SUMMARY:Public Records and Open Meeting Law Open Forum webinar
DTSTART:20250527T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250522T140000Z
UID:48b109f9bb69ce94aaddec5e574787eb
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy Webinar: Performance Management
DESCRIPTION:Many tend to think of performance management as conducting annual performance reviews and addressing poor performance. In fact, managing all staff performance, including excellent performance, helps minimize the incidents in which we must take disciplinary action.\n\nIn this highly interactive VMLA workshop, Lyn Freundlich* of Change for Good Coaching and Consulting will engage participants in activities and breakout discussions to:\n\n - Learn about the performance continuum
\n - Consider ways to effectively manage performance along that continuum
\n - Develop a specific performance management strategy to support an individual team member’s success
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\nDue to popular demand, we are hosting another workshop on this topic. The cost is $45 per session, which is a deeply discounted rate thanks to the generous support of the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA).Please only register for one session as they cover the same content. This workshop is designed for supervisors and department heads and is lengthier than the normal training due to the in-depth material being offered.\n\nPlease note this workshop will be held as a Zoom meeting, rather than a webinar. Participants should remain on screen with cameras on but muted unless participating in a group discussion or breakout session. Redistribution of the workshop’s Zoom link or recording to individuals other than the purchaser is not permitted. Attendees without documentation of registration will be removed. Thank you for your cooperation.\n\n*Lyn Freundlich has over 30 years of experience working with mission-oriented nonprofits, focusing on justice. She founded Change for Good Coaching and Consulting in February 2021 to provide training and consulting services to nonprofit organizations and small businesses. Lyn is a Certified Professional Coach, has consulted with over 100 nonprofits, and has trained thousands of supervisors and staff. She believes that employees are an organization\'s greatest asset and is passionate about helping individuals make meaningful changes in their work and personal lives.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-virtual-municipal-leadership-academy-webinar-3/
SUMMARY:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy Webinar: Performance Management
DTSTART:20250522T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250521T130000Z
UID:2e49903d4ece8458e5dcae930b02346d
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Mental Health Awareness for Managers webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a mental health awareness webinar for managers and supervisors on May 21\n\nThe webinar will help managers identify mental health challenges in employees, employ strategies to support these employees, and appropriately encourage employees to strive for better mental health.\nIn the United States alone, the cost of untreated mental illness to employers is estimated to be between $79 billion and $105 billion per year, according to a report by the World Health Organization.\n\nThe webinar will be led by Jon Mattleman, who has 40 years of experience as a mental health consultant and 35 years of experience as a municipal employee in Massachusetts. Mattleman has consulted with a variety of municipalities on topics such as anxiety, depression and conflict resolution and is known for his presentations to educators, parents and professionals on anxiety and teens.\n\nThe webinar is open to all municipal managers and supervisors. It is being offered free to MMA members thanks to a sponsorship from Human Resources Services Inc., which provides technical assistance to local governments, other public agencies, and related civic organizations in compensation management, human resources and general management.\n\nAnother webinar with Mattleman will be offered in June for all other municipal staff.\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.\n\nContact: MMA Education and Training Coordinator Kristianna Lapierre at klapierre@mma.org
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/52485/
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness for Managers webinar
DTSTART:20250521T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250513T140000Z
UID:95bae1caa43ebe5837b374f07d531ab4
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Local Government Advisory Commission
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/local-government-advisory-commission-5/
SUMMARY:Local Government Advisory Commission
DTSTART:20250513T130000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250603T131500Z
UID:88c5356678ac403bc65c64dd0305c801
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Introduction to Developing Municipal Financial Policies webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA and the Division of Local Services will host an introductory webinar on developing municipal financial policies on June 3.\n\nThe webinar will be led by Theo Kalivas of the Financial Management Resource Bureau and Sean Cronin, senior deputy commissioner of Local Services.\n\nCronin and Kalivas will cover key concepts and introduce financial policies that participants may develop to promote responsible budgeting, transparent reporting, and effective long-term financial management. Gaining a clear understanding of these policies and their importance to municipalities leads to more informed decisions that support the long-term fiscal health of the community.\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/introduction-to-developing-municipal-financial-policies-webinar/
SUMMARY:Introduction to Developing Municipal Financial Policies webinar
DTSTART:20250603T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250428T130000Z
UID:5572d737b2c88119e2940f67ef04a389
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Introduction to LITIX Insights: An Interactive Salary Data Tool
DESCRIPTION:Join ArxED to learn about its LITIX Insights data platform, which provides municipal leaders with important insights into labor negotiations, salary benchmarking, and proactive budget planning.\n\nLITIX has already been introduced to schools across the Commonwealth, and was competitively chosen by the Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources association as a comprehensive salary data tool for municipalities. (The MMHR Benchmark salary tool has been discontinued.) The MMA has signed a memorandum of agreement with ArxEd to assist in notifying communities about this new product, which will be made available for purchase and rolled out in three cohorts. The LITIX data platform has already been introduced to a first cohort of 14 communities, which have agreed to provide feedback to the product developers. ArxEd is currently recruiting a second, limited cohort of 36 communities, and expects to fully roll out the tool to all interested communities by the end of 2025.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/introduction-to-litix-insights-an-interactive-salary-data-tool/
SUMMARY:Introduction to LITIX Insights: An Interactive Salary Data Tool
DTSTART:20250428T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250430T131500Z
UID:6148e8b84fe5fff8ef0a9791eb75d0e7
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Office of the Veteran Advocate (OVA): What Municipalities Need to Know webinar
DESCRIPTION:An MMA webinar on April 30 will introduce municipal leaders to the Office of the Veteran Advocate, an independent state agency established in late 2023.\n\nLed by Bob Notch, a retired U.S. Army colonel, the OVA is tasked with ensuring that veterans under the care of the Commonwealth receive dignified treatment and access to all available benefits and services.\n\nIn the MMA webinar, Notch will discuss how the OVA can be a resource for municipalities, and will provide examples of the office’s work in the past year. He will also discuss the office’s mission, structure and key milestones.\n\nAnthony Langone, the OVA’s communications specialist, will review the different levels of veteran services in Massachusetts, including federal and state services. He will also discuss examples of the office’s work with local veteran service agents and municipal officials.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon.\n\nOnly MMA members may register for the webinar. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/office-of-the-veteran-advocate-ova-what-municipalities-need-to-know-webinar/
SUMMARY:Office of the Veteran Advocate (OVA): What Municipalities Need to Know webinar
DTSTART:20250430T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250512T131500Z
UID:0ba5eff28ee759841ad41533c47c7780
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Leveraging arts & culture for substance use prevention and recovery webinar
DESCRIPTION:On May 12, the MMA will host a webinar on leveraging arts and culture activities to aid in substance use prevention and recovery.\n\nRepresentatives from the town of Franklin, the Mass Cultural Council, and Art Pharmacy will discuss how communities can use their opioid settlement funds for prevention and recovery services through arts-based “social prescribing” — a practice through which health care providers and other trusted community members refer individuals to non-clinical community supports.\n\nMass Cultural Council Executive Director Michael Bobbitt will discuss the MCC’s pioneering role in social prescribing in the United States, established through a partnership with Art Pharmacy, an Atlanta-based organization that is also working with partners in several other states.\n\nArt Pharmacy will also present its findings on the therapeutic benefits of non-clinical, community-based activities.\n\nMMA President and Franklin Town Administrator Jamie Hellen and Franklin Deputy Town Administrator Amy Frigulietti will share how their town became the first municipality in Massachusetts to leverage social prescribing to support substance use prevention and recovery, and how to initiate a similar effort.\n\nOnline registration is available for this 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon.\n\nOnly MMA members may register for the webinar. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/leveraging-arts-culture-for-substance-use-prevention-and-recovery-webinar/
SUMMARY:Leveraging arts & culture for substance use prevention and recovery webinar
DTSTART:20250512T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250506T131500Z
UID:8000e90f20acfcef882b64e2d7bd7936
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Demystifying DEI webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar, “Demystifying DEI,” on May 6 to provide clarity on the topic of diversity, equity and inclusion.\n\nDiversity, equity and inclusion are interconnected values that show up in our daily lives whether we realize it or not, and these values can be intentionally integrated within municipal work.\n\nWhile a recent wave of federal executive orders citing DEI have created some uncertainty about its definition and legality, the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office has issued guidance affirming that DEI remains legal.\n\nIn the webinar, the MMA’s chief equity officer, Jillian Harvey, will moderate a panel of local leaders to discuss DEI concepts and explain why this work is important to towns and cities.\n\nPanelists will be:\n• Angela Clark, chief of organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office\n• Faustina Cuevas, diversity, equity, and inclusion officer and senior advisor to the mayor in Lynn\n• Pamela Young, director of diversity, equity, and inclusion in Amherst\n• Bird Guess, CEO of the Racial Equity Group and founder of the Center for Civil Rights and Equal Opportunity\n\nThe panelists will clearly define diversity, equity and inclusion; provide guidance on legal and illegal practices; and discuss how municipal leaders can continue to advance DEI work in meaningful and impactful ways.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/demystifying-dei-webinar/
SUMMARY:Demystifying DEI webinar
DTSTART:20250506T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250417T131500Z
UID:8e7acb3c8941cc8797ee3cc85af94977
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Artificial Intelligence for Municipalities 101 webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host an introductory webinar on artificial intelligence for municipalities on April 17.\n\nThe webinar is designed for anyone interested in beginning to use AI in their work.\n\nSerena Sacks-Mandel, field chief technology officer at MGT, will provide an introduction to artificial intelligence and the opportunities it presents for municipalities. Sacks-Mandel will discuss both generative and agentic AI, as well as specific municipal applications, with examples and demonstrations.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/artificial-intelligence-for-municipalities-101-webinar/
SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence for Municipalities 101 webinar
DTSTART:20250417T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250919T120000Z
UID:bd8603c4ca909e1ca8f80845e420e6c0
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources will hold its annual Fall Conference on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 18 and 19, in Springfield.\n\nThe conference will open with a keynote workshop: “Recruitment Strategies for Greater Diversity.” Led by Eden-Reneé Hayes, CEO of Pluralism Solutions, the session will highlight how diversity, equity and inclusion foster genuine relationships and inspire sustainable growth.\n\nThe afternoon will feature a roundtable discussion on recruitment best practices, moderated by Pittsfield Human Resources Director Michael Taylor. Facilitators will lead participants in small group discussions.\n\nJerry Posner, an accomplished training specialist and personal strategic coach, will lead an afternoon workshop, “Cooling Hostility,” which will provide practical tools, techniques and strategies for deescalating potentially hostile situations.\n\nThursday will conclude a networking reception, followed by an optional trip to the Big E, New England’s largest annual fair. Trip tickets are limited, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Those who wish to participate must register using the conference registration link. Transportation to and from the fair will not be provided, and carpooling is encouraged.\n\nThe conference will resume on Friday with a networking breakfast at 8 a.m.\n\nThe morning will feature a panel discussion on employee wellness and morale, moderated by East Longmeadow HR Director Audra Staples, and featuring Danvers Assistant Town Manager and Communications Director Jen Breaker, Springfield Assistant HR Director Caitlyn Julius, and Tyngsborough Town Manager Colin Loiselle.\n\nThe program will conclude with a workshop on employee resource groups, which will discuss how the groups help foster supportive and inclusive workplaces.\n\nThe agenda also includes networking activities, a morning yoga class, and a legislative update by MMA Legislative Director Dave Koffman.\n\nRegistration and a welcome breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18.\n\nThe conference will be held at the Marriott Springfield Downtown.\n\nThe registration fee is $200 for the full conference, or $125 for Thursday only.\n\nClick here to book your hotel room under our group rate. The deadline to reserve hotel rooms is Wednesday, August 27. Please contact the Marriott Springfield Downtown directly if you wish to cancel your reservation.\nAgenda
\nThursday, September 18\n\n8:30-9:30 a.m.\nConference registration and welcome breakfast\n\n9:30-9:45 a.m.\nWelcome remarks and opening announcements\n\n9:45-10:15 a.m.\nMMA Legislative Update\n• Dave Koffman, MMA Legislative Director\n\n10:15-11 a.m.\nHR Open Mic\n\n11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nKeynote: Recruitment Strategies for Greater Diversity\n• Dr. Eden-Renée Hayes, Pluralism Solutions\n\n12:30-1:30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1:30-2:45 p.m.\nRecruitment Discussion Roundtable\n\n2:45-3 p.m.\nHealthy snack break\n\n3-4:30 p.m.\nCooling Hostility Workshop\n• Jerry Posner, Training Specialist and Personal Strategic Coach, The Posner Group\n\n4:30-5:30 p.m.\nFree time\n\n5:30-6:30 p.m.\nReception\n\n6:30 p.m.\nDinner on your own and Big E Trip\n\nFriday, September 19\n\n7-8 a.m.\nRooftop yoga\nAmy Bourque, Transform at Amy Bourque Yoga Studio\n\n8-9 a.m.\nBreakfast\n\n9-9:05 a.m.\nOpening announcements\n\n9:05-10:30 a.m.\nEmployee Wellness and Morale Panel\nPanelists:\n• Caitlyn Julius, Assistant HR Director, Springfield\n• Jen Breaker, Assistant Town Manager and Communications Director, Danvers\n• Colin Loiselle, Town Manager, Tyngsborough\nModerator: Audra Staples, Human Resources Director, East Longmeadow\n\n10:30-10:45 a.m.\nBreak\n\n10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.\nEmployee Resource Groups Panel\nPanelists:\n• Albert Pless, Director of Equity and Social Justice, Reading\n• Tatiana Swanson, Human Resources Director, Needham\nModerator: Jillian Harvey, Chief Equity Officer, MMA\n\n12 p.m.\nClosing announcements and adjournment
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-fall-conference-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Fall Conference
DTSTART:20250918T080000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250626T120000Z
UID:b048485cef9d6789f1da52edf14ff07e
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Women Leading Government Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This event is at capacity. Please email registrations@mma.org to be added to the waitlist.\n\nWomen Leading Government will hold a half-day meeting on June 26 at the Sturbridge Publick House.\n\nThis session will focus on setting boundaries and developing your own voice, two skills that most women find challenging. The meeting will open with a book and podcast discussion of Mel Robbins\' the “Let Them Theory.”\n\nRegistration is $25 per attendee. All non-elected women working in local government are welcome to attend. This event will sell out, please register early.\n\nAgenda\n\n8:30 a.m.\nCoffee, Registration\n\n9:15 - 9:30 a.m.\nWelcome and Introductions\nKelly Axtell, WLG Committee Chair and Lexington Deputy Town Manager\n\n9:30 - 10 a.m.\nBook/Podcast Discussion: The Let Them Theory, Mel Robbins\nJen Breaker, Deputy Town Manager & Communications Director, Danvers\nMelissa Murphy Rodrigues, Town Manager, Andover\n\n10 a.m. - noon\nCarrie Stack, Say Yes Institute\nAs a woman and a leader, how do you maintain the ability to balance all areas of your life, show up every day to lead with energy and optimism? This workshop will focus on building emotional intelligence skills, building a culture of support, all while navigating the multi-layered demands of our endless personal and professional roles and responsibilities.\n\nUsing humor and real world examples, Carrie will share her most popular tools and strategies to help women take care of themselves and focus on the positive, in all parts of life.\n\nNoon\nLunch
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-leading-government-meeting-7/
SUMMARY:Women Leading Government Meeting
DTSTART:20250626T083000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250625T140000Z
UID:251ee15d4d84a1ae7762c3a045b377f0
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-meeting-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DTSTART:20250625T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250613T151500Z
UID:b8c2fd56055d3121265f85174035d0b8
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Select Board Association Newly Elected Training
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Select Board Association will hold a free training for newly elected select board members on Friday, June 13, in Devens.\n\nThe training is targeted to select board members who are newly elected or in their first term, but any select board member is welcome to attend for a refresher and networking opportunities.\n\nRegistration and breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m. The program will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude at 3:15 p.m. Lunch will be served.\n\nNewly elected select board members are encouraged to share their contact information with the MMA (by email to database@mma.org) in order to receive information about Select Board Association events.\nAgenda
\n8:30 a.m.\nRegistration and Networking Coffee\n\n9 a.m.\nWelcome Remarks\nDebra Roberts, MSA President, Stoughton Select Board\nAdam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director and CEO\n\n9:15 a.m.\nIntroduction to Open Meeting and Public Records Laws\nAttorney Karis North, Partner, Murphy, Hesse, Toomey & Lehane LLP\n\n10:45\nBreak\n\n11 a.m.\nMunicipal Finance 101\nJessica Ferry, Project Manager at Division of Local Services’ Financial Management Resource Bureau, and Palmer Town Council\n\n12:15 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1:15 p.m.\nCollaborative Goal-Setting in Your Community\nKiana Baskin, MSA District 3 Representative, Sharon Select Board\nAndrew Flanagan, Andover Town Manager\nModerator: Peter Cusolito, MSA District 5 Representative, Leicester Select Board\n\n2:30 p.m.\nFrom Campaigning to Governing: Navigating Your First Select Board Term\nJennifer Glass, MSA First Vice President, Lincoln Select Board\nChristine Hoyt, MSA District 1 Representative, Adams Select Board\nModerator: Jill Hai, MSA Second Vice President, Lexington Select Board\n\n3:15 p.m.\nAdjournment\nDebra Roberts, MSA President, Stoughton Select Board
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-select-board-association-newly-elected-training-3/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Select Board Association Newly Elected Training
DTSTART:20250613T083000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250612T120000Z
UID:a0f1ffc425cd24238bbd506f38a6e7af
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Mini Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Management Association will hold a half-day boot camp on June 12 at the Charlton Public Library. Please note that the Library does not open until 9:15 a.m.\nAgenda
\n9:15 a.m.\nCoffee, Registration\n\n9:45 a.m.\nWelcome, Introductions\nDenise Casey, Deputy Town Manager, North Andover, MMMA Program Chair\n\n9:45 - 11 a.m.\nEngaging Your Workforce\nProviding sustained motivation for employees is a goal for any manager. Delivering this in the municipal workplace is challenged by financial constraints and civil service, among other limitations. This panel of municipal managers will share their success stories of engaging with and motivating their employees, beyond a paycheck.\nMark Ells, Town Manager, Barnstable\nCaitlyn Julius, Assistant Human Resources Director, Springfield\nColin Loiselle, Town Manager, Tyngsborough\nModerator: Denise Casey, Deputy Town Manager, North Andover\n\n11 - 11:45 a.m.\nRoundtable Discussions\nAn opportunity to network and share experiences and questions on employee engagement.\n\n11:45 a.m.\nLunch
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-mini-boot-camp-2/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Mini Boot Camp
DTSTART:20250612T091500Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250610T140000Z
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LOCATION:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/local-government-advisory-commission-meeting-2/
SUMMARY:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DTSTART:20250610T130000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250610T114500Z
UID:669e3876ba6dab37e11e5237f2c8017e
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting-4/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20250610T100000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250610T094500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-board-meeting-8/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DTSTART:20250610T084500Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250605T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources will hold its annual meeting on June 5 in Danvers.\n\nThe agenda features:\n• The workshop “Supporting Your Municipal Employee’s Medicare Journey”\n• A legislative update from MMA Legislative Director Dave Koffman\n• Networking opportunities\n• The MMHR annual business meeting\n\nThe Medicare workshop, led by Tom Adamson, director of market development at Brown & Brown Absence Services Group, will provide an overview of the Medicare system, including different parts and plans, and tips for supporting employees who are transitioning from active health plans to retiree plans.\n\nAdamson brings more than a decade of experience delivering Medicare and Social Security Disability solutions, among other services. He specializes in implementing Medicare support programs that empower employees and their families to navigate complex systems with confidence.\n\nDuring the MMHR annual business meeting, attendees will vote on updates to the MMHR bylaws, the association’s fiscal 2026 budget, and members of the MMHR Board of Directors.\n\nEarlier this year, MMHR held its first formal nomination process for open positions on the MMHR Board. Members were invited to submit an online application and interview with the MMHR Nominating Committee. During the business meeting, Nominating Committee Chair Dolores Hamilton (also vice chair of MMHR) will present the slate of candidates for election by the membership.\n\nRegistration and a networking breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m., and the meeting will begin at 9. Lunch will be served. The registration fee is $45 for members and $55 for nonmembers.\nAgenda
\n8:30 a.m.\nRegistration and Networking Breakfast\n\n9:15 a.m.\nWelcome Remarks\nVanessa Hale, MMHR Chair\n\n9:20 a.m.\nLITIX Salary Survey Tool Demo and Q&A\nMichael Mastrullo, ArxED/LITIX Co-Founder\nJared Stanton, Vice President of LITIX Insights\nAmy Foley, Partner Success Manager\nStephen Crane, Vice President of LITIX CTC\n\n10 a.m.\nAnnual Business Meeting\nVanessa Hale, MMHR Chair\n\n1. Association updates\n2. Bylaw updates vote\n3. Nominating Committee report and FY26 Board slate vote\n4. FY26 budget vote\n\n10:30 a.m.\nBreak\n\n10:45 a.m.\nSupporting Your Municipal Employee’s Medicare Journey\nThomas Adamson, Brown & Brown, Director of Market Development\nThis workshop will provide an introductory overview of the Medicare system, including different parts and plans, and tips for supporting employees who are transitioning from active health plans to retiree plans.\n\n11:45 a.m.\nLegislative Update\nDave Koffman, MMA Legislative Director\n\n12:15 p.m.\nAdjournment and Lunch\nVanessa Hale, MMHR Chair
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-annual-meeting-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Annual Meeting
DTSTART:20250605T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250415T140000Z
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LOCATION:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Managing for Excellent Performance workshop
DESCRIPTION:The MMA’s Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy is offering a professional development webinar — “Managing for Excellent Performance” — that will be held three times, on March 25, April 8 and April 15, from noon to 2 p.m.\n\nPerformance management is often seen as simply conducting annual performance reviews and addressing poor performance, but it actually involves managing all staff performance levels, including excellent performance, to minimize incidents that require disciplinary action.\n\nIn this interactive workshop, Lyn Freundlich of Change for Good Coaching and Consulting will engage participants in activities and discussions to learn about the performance continuum, consider ways to effectively manage performance along that continuum, and develop a specific performance management strategy to support an individual team member’s success.\n\nFreundlich has more than 30 years of experience working with mission-oriented nonprofits, focusing on justice. She founded Change for Good Coaching and Consulting in 2021 to provide training and consulting services to nonprofit organizations and small businesses.\n\nChange for Good’s approach to training is highly participatory, and all attendees are strongly encouraged to keep their cameras on throughout the workshop.\n\nThe workshop has a capacity of 35 participants, and the fee is $45.\n\nThis workshop is offered at a deeply discounted rate thanks to the support of the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association, the MMA’s nonprofit organization that provides insurance and risk management services to cities, towns, and other governmental entities in Massachusetts that are members of the MMA.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-virtual-municipal-leadership-academy-webinar-managing-for-excellent-performance-workshop-3/
SUMMARY:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Managing for Excellent Performance workshop
DTSTART:20250415T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250408T140000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Managing for Excellent Performance workshop
DESCRIPTION:The MMA’s Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy is offering a professional development webinar — “Managing for Excellent Performance” — that will be held three times, on March 25, April 8 and April 15, from noon to 2 p.m.\n\nPerformance management is often seen as simply conducting annual performance reviews and addressing poor performance, but it actually involves managing all staff performance levels, including excellent performance, to minimize incidents that require disciplinary action.\n\nIn this interactive workshop, Lyn Freundlich of Change for Good Coaching and Consulting will engage participants in activities and discussions to learn about the performance continuum, consider ways to effectively manage performance along that continuum, and develop a specific performance management strategy to support an individual team member’s success.\n\nFreundlich has more than 30 years of experience working with mission-oriented nonprofits, focusing on justice. She founded Change for Good Coaching and Consulting in 2021 to provide training and consulting services to nonprofit organizations and small businesses.\n\nChange for Good’s approach to training is highly participatory, and all attendees are strongly encouraged to keep their cameras on throughout the workshop.\n\nThe workshop has a capacity of 35 participants, and the fee is $45.\n\nThis workshop is offered at a deeply discounted rate thanks to the support of the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association, the MMA’s nonprofit organization that provides insurance and risk management services to cities, towns, and other governmental entities in Massachusetts that are members of the MMA.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-virtual-municipal-leadership-academy-webinar-managing-for-excellent-performance-workshop-2/
SUMMARY:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Managing for Excellent Performance workshop
DTSTART:20250408T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250325T140000Z
UID:eb4bca696f2e567a304ca8b6ba4a8ebd
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Managing for Excellent Performance workshop
DESCRIPTION:The MMA’s Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy is offering a professional development webinar — “Managing for Excellent Performance” — that will be held three times, on March 25, April 8 and April 15, from noon to 2 p.m.\n\nPerformance management is often seen as simply conducting annual performance reviews and addressing poor performance, but it actually involves managing all staff performance levels, including excellent performance, to minimize incidents that require disciplinary action.\n\nIn this interactive workshop, Lyn Freundlich of Change for Good Coaching and Consulting will engage participants in activities and discussions to learn about the performance continuum, consider ways to effectively manage performance along that continuum, and develop a specific performance management strategy to support an individual team member’s success.\n\nFreundlich has more than 30 years of experience working with mission-oriented nonprofits, focusing on justice. She founded Change for Good Coaching and Consulting in 2021 to provide training and consulting services to nonprofit organizations and small businesses.\n\nChange for Good’s approach to training is highly participatory, and all attendees are strongly encouraged to keep their cameras on throughout the workshop.\n\nThe workshop has a capacity of 35 participants, and the fee is $45.\n\nThis workshop is offered at a deeply discounted rate thanks to the support of the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association, the MMA’s nonprofit organization that provides insurance and risk management services to cities, towns, and other governmental entities in Massachusetts that are members of the MMA.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-virtual-municipal-leadership-academy-webinar-managing-for-excellent-performance-workshop/
SUMMARY:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Managing for Excellent Performance workshop
DTSTART:20250325T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250403T131500Z
UID:556811a9a32394a38834502b0c621a42
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Key Insights for Overseeing Local Assessing Operations webinar
DESCRIPTION:Christopher Wilcock, chief of the Division of Local Services’ Bureau Local Assessment and a former assessor, will lead a practical and informative MMA webinar for municipal managers and mayors about assessing operations on April 3.\n\nAssessing offices are responsible for more than property valuations; they’re also involved in processes that impact the bottom-line of municipal budgets. While municipal managers and mayors are responsible for overseeing assessing operations, they may not have a background in assessing.\n\nWilcock will review how an assessor\'s office operates, what happens throughout the assessment year, how to implement best practices, and how to improve communication with residents. This webinar will demystify the responsibilities of the assessor.\n\nOnline registration is available for this 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/assessing-webinar/
SUMMARY:Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Key Insights for Overseeing Local Assessing Operations webinar
DTSTART:20250403T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250319T131500Z
UID:5c8390adc0ca5dbdfa1167c6be735229
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Navigating Public Records and Open Meeting Laws webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on the state’s public records and open meeting laws on March 19.\n\nAttorneys Lauren Goldberg and Janelle Austin of KP Law will present an overview of the two key laws, as well as what local leaders need to know.\n\nTopics will include:\n• Legal requirements of the open meeting law\n• Rules for holding meetings\n• The definition of a public record\n• When records have to be disclosed\n\nThe attorneys will also review common violations.\n\nA Q&A session with Goldberg and Austin will follow the presentation.\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. Online registration is available.\n\nOnly MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/navigating-public-records-and-open-meeting-laws-webinar/
SUMMARY:Navigating Public Records and Open Meeting Laws webinar
DTSTART:20250319T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250402T130000Z
UID:c6d41f28914a7b8e6965721746d31bb7
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA and Constellation MunEnergy Spring Zoom webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA’s MunEnergy program will hold a free, one-hour meeting via Zoom on April 2 to provide timely information about the MunEnergy program, the impacts of weather on energy, what federal executive orders mean for energy, and more.\n\nZoom registration is required for the meeting, which will begin at noon.\n\nThe MMA formed the MunEnergy program in 1998 to help Massachusetts cities, towns and government entities stabilize energy costs and simplify energy management. MunEnergy provides valuable resources to cities and towns, including a unique municipal contract, energy experts who provide information and answer questions, and a focus on sustainability solutions.\n\nLocal officials can receive the latest energy information from the MMA, as well as invitations to MunEnergy webinars, by sending their energy contact information to energy@mma.org.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-and-constellation-munenergy-spring-zoom-webinar/
SUMMARY:MMA and Constellation MunEnergy Spring Zoom webinar
DTSTART:20250402T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250314T101500Z
UID:516561ecb4b9accfb3e240247b7715ac
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Amesbury & Fall River
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the MMA’s spring series of Legislative Breakfast Meetings, which will be held on March 7 and 14.\n\nEach year, the MMA hosts a series of meetings in communities across the Commonwealth to give local leaders, legislators and MMA staff the opportunity to network in an informal setting and learn about and discuss issues of importance at the local and state level.\n\nMMA Legislative staff will discuss the legislative session that kicked-off in January, and proposals that will have significant implications for cities and towns. Topics will include the fiscal 2026 state budget and many early priorities, such as the re-filed Municipal Empowerment Act, remote meeting allowances, Chapter 90 funding, the MMA’s Legislative Package for the 2025-2026 session, and much more.\n\nCity and town officials from every community are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss issues of importance with MMA staff and legislators.\n\nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided at 8:30 a.m., followed by presentations and Q&A. The meetings will end by 10:15 a.m.\n\nMeetings will be held on the following Fridays and locations:\nMarch 7:\n• Dalton: Council on Aging, 40 Field St. Ext.\n• Marlborough: Public Library, Grice Community Room, 35 W. Main St.\nMarch 14:\n• Amesbury: City Hall Auditorium, 62 Friend St.\n• Fall River: Government Center Atrium, 1 Government Center\n\nMeeting location details will be available here soon. Members are asked to register online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-legislative-breakfast-meetings-amesbury-fall-river/
SUMMARY:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Amesbury & Fall River
DTSTART:20250314T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250307T101500Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Dalton & Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the MMA’s spring series of Legislative Breakfast Meetings, which will be held on March 7 and 14.\n\nEach year, the MMA hosts a series of meetings in communities across the Commonwealth to give local leaders, legislators and MMA staff the opportunity to network in an informal setting and learn about and discuss issues of importance at the local and state level.\n\nMMA Legislative staff will discuss the legislative session that kicked-off in January, and proposals that will have significant implications for cities and towns. Topics will include the fiscal 2026 state budget and many early priorities, such as the re-filed Municipal Empowerment Act, remote meeting allowances, Chapter 90 funding, the MMA’s Legislative Package for the 2025-2026 session, and much more.\n\nCity and town officials from every community are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss issues of importance with MMA staff and legislators.\n\nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided at 8:30 a.m., followed by presentations and Q&A. The meetings will end by 10:15 a.m.\n\nMeetings will be held on the following Fridays and locations:\nMarch 7:\n• Dalton: Council on Aging, 40 Field St. Ext.\n• Marlborough: Public Library, Grice Community Room, 35 W. Main St.\nMarch 14:\n• Amesbury: City Hall Auditorium, 62 Friend St.\n• Fall River: Government Center Atrium, 1 Government Center\n\nMeeting location details will be available here soon. Members are asked to register online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-legislative-breakfast-meetings-dalton-marlborough/
SUMMARY:MMA Legislative Breakfast Meetings - Dalton & Marlborough
DTSTART:20250307T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250409T131500Z
UID:3ca0028f4bc3b715f9fc4d361de6c9c6
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Citizen Academies: How to Engage your Communities webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar was rescheduled from an original date in February. If you were previously registered, you will be automatically signed up for the rescheduled webinar time. Please don\'t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.\n\n
\n\nThe MMA will host a webinar on April 9 covering strategies to help municipal leaders launch and run a citizens academy.\n\nCitizen academies are educational programs designed to help residents gain a better understanding of the daily operations of local government. The programs can foster greater community involvement, encourage participation in local boards and commissions, and strengthen relationships and understanding between residents and government.\n\nPittsfield Administrative Services Director Catherine VanBramer, Danvers Assistant Town Manager and Communications Director Jen Breaker, and Barnstable Town Manager Mark Ells will share insights from their successful experiences running academies in their communities.\n\nThe panelists will walk attendees through the steps for launching a citizens academy, sharing best practices and lessons learned. They will cover how their community decided on program length, departments involved, format, and other important considerations.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/citizen-academies-how-to-engage-your-communities-webinar/
SUMMARY:Citizen Academies: How to Engage your Communities webinar
DTSTART:20250409T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250530T170000Z
UID:58ca3758d5e6daea6802485a22f4d1ed
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
\nWednesday, May 28\n\n1-4 p.m.\nRegistration, Ballroom Lobby\n\n1:30 - 3:30 p.m.\nFacilitated Roundtables, Ballroom\nMembers will lead the discussion at each of these tables. There will be two, 45-minute sessions; participants will choose a new table for the second session. This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues while learning more about timely topics.\n\nRoundtable topics:\nAdvocating for Your Community, Board Relationships, Budgeting, Collective Bargaining, Citizen Communications, Health Insurance Costs, Manager’s Physical and Mental Health, Proposition 2 1/2 Overrides\n\n6-7 p.m.\nOyster Bed Tour\nThe Brewster Department of Natural Resources will lead an educational tour of the oyster beds adjacent to Ocean Edge.\n\nThursday, May 29\n\n8:30-9:45 a.m.\nRegistration and Breakfast, Ballroom\n\n9:30 a.m.\nConference Welcome\nJohn Mangiaratti, Acton Town Manager and MMMA President\n\nReflect, Reconnect & Reengage\nChad Wright, Forward Partners\nFollowing a hectic town meeting season, this day-long session will help attendees reflect, reconnect and reengage. The day will begin with a keynote titled Winning the Battle Against Burnout, followed by small group discussions focused on assessing and developing healthier leadership rhythms. Wright will focus on providing tools and mindsets to help attendees battle burnout and lead thriving communities.\n\nNoon-1 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1-3:30 p.m.\nReflect, Reconnect & Reengage (continued)\n\n8:30-10 p.m.\nMMMA Trivia Night\nAddie Nickerson\nGather after dinner for a fun night of trivia, refreshments and snacks.\n\nFriday, May 30\n\n8:15-9:30 a.m.\nBreakfast, Ballroom\n\n8:15-9:15 a.m.\nExecutive Committee Meeting, Capt. Bowen Room\n\n9:15-9:30 a.m.\nMMA Legislative Update, Ballroom\nAdam Chapdelaine, Executive Director\n\n9:30-10 a.m.\nICMA Update\nSteve Bartha, ICMA Vice President\nMike Land, ICMA President-Elect\n\n10-10:15 a.m.\nMMMA Strategic Plan\nBernie Lynch, Community Paradigm Associates\n\n10:15 a.m.-11:15 a.m.\nConcurrent Sessions\nManaging an Assistant or Deputy Manager (for Managers), Ballroom\nThis session will cover the skills and strategies necessary to effectively lead, support and collaborate with an Assistant or Deputy Town Manager. Participants will learn about best practices for creating clear expectations, building trust, delegating responsibilities, and fostering professional growth. The session will also cover common challenges in managing second-in-command roles and provide practical tools for setting expectations, giving helpful feedback, and allowing deputies to take initiative.\nJohn Mangiaratti, Town Manager, Acton\nKate Fitzpatrick, Town Manger, Needham\nMike Land, City Manager, Coppell, TX and ICMA President-Elect\n\nBeing a Successful “Number Two”, Capt. Bowen Room\nThis session is intended to help Assistant and Deputy Managers thrive in their “Number Two” roles. You will learn from managers who have found the right balance — giving their deputies space to lead while offering career support. The session will cover how a strong partnership with your manager can boost your influence, help you take initiative, and lead with confidence, all while respecting boundaries.\nAlex Magee, Deputy Town Manager/Finance Director, Arlington\nJen Breaker, Deputy Town Manager/Communications Director, Danvers\nVanessa Hale, Assistant Town Administrator, Southborough\n\n11:15 a.m.-noon\nEarly Career Managers: Negotiating Your Contract, Ballroom\nD. Moschos, Attorney, SederLaw and Senior MMMA Counsel\nThis session will focus on negotiating your second (or first!) contract, highlighting what managers should be including. Managers and assistants are invited.\n\nNoon\nConference Wrap-up and Boxed Lunches
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-spring-conference-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Spring Conference
DTSTART:20250528T080000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250516T170000Z
UID:b988bce88d7ae76fef0f2e0f3e809c0f
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors\' Association Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-spring-conference-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors\' Association Spring Conference
DTSTART:20250514T080000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250513T114500Z
UID:3f4718c3fe9e06f834777e39835e3dfd
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting-3/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20250513T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250513T170000Z
UID:34dc54d96373b2263b664f8dd1e628ac
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-board-meeting-7/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DTSTART:20250513T080000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250508T151500Z
UID:ccebcec8775c71ca0c3e559870894dc4
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources HR 101 Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources association (MMHR) will hold its annual HR 101 Boot Camp on Thursday, May 8 in Boylston.\n\nThis event is geared toward newer municipal human resources professionals and those with a background in the private sector. Veterans in the field are also welcome to attend for a refresher.\n\nThe agenda will include:\n• A health insurance benefits workshop with municipal Attorney Kevin Feeley; Sudbury Assistant Town Manager Maryanne Bilodeau; and Dover HR Director Robin Tusino.\n• A Finance for HR 101 panel with Andover CFO Patrick Lawlor; Springfield Employee Benefits Specialist Cameo Restrepo; and Danvers HR Generalist Julianny Vittini.\n• A DEI workshop on fostering an inclusive workplace in an uncertain political climate.\n• Facilitated networking opportunities.\n\nThe boot camp will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Cyprian Keyes Golf Club, 284 E Temple Street, Boylston. The registration fee is $100 for members and $120 for nonmembers. The cancellation deadline is Thursday, May 1.\nAgenda
\n8:30 a.m.\nRegistration & Networking Breakfast\n\n9 a.m.\nWelcome Remarks\nVanessa Hale, Southborough Assistant Town Administrator & MMHR Chair\n\n9:05 a.m.\nNetworking activity: Human BINGO!\n\n9:30 a.m.\nNavigating Health Insurance Benefits\nRobin Tusino, Dover HR Director\nAttorney Kevin Feeley, Feeley & Brown\nModerator: Maryanne Bilodeau, Sudbury Assistant Town Manager\n\n10:45 a.m.\nBreak\n\n11 a.m.\nFinance 101 for Your HR Team\nJulianny Vittini, Danvers Assistant HR Director\nCameo Restrepo, Springfield Employee Benefits Specialist\nPatrick Lawlor, Andover Chief Administrative and Financial Officer\nModerator: Jen Breaker, Danvers Assistant Town Manager\n\n12:15 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1 p.m.\nFostering Inclusive Workplaces in an Uncertain Political Climate\nDeirdre Brown, Cambridge Chief of Equity and Inclusion\nRegina Zaragoza Frey, Salem DEI Director\nModerator: Drew Russo, Lynn Personnel Director\n\n2:15 p.m.\nSpeed Mentoring with MMHR\nVanessa Hale, Southborough Assistant Town Administrator & MMHR Chair\n\n3:15 p.m.\nAdjournment
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-boot-camp-4/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources HR 101 Boot Camp
DTSTART:20250508T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250503T130000Z
UID:3bc8e52202b74e5845ea52ee395623e1
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Select Board Association Western and Rural Massachusetts Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Select Board Association’s annual Rural and Western Massachusetts Conference, to be held on Saturday, May 3, in Holyoke, will focus on helping small and rural towns put ideas into action.\n\nBecky McCray, a speaker and facilitator with expertise in rural and small town development topics, will present an interactive session on building “idea friendly” communities. McCray will cover strategies for increasing participation in local governance, overcoming obstacles, and putting ideas into action in their small or rural towns.\n\nMcCray is a passionate rural entrepreneur and co-founder of SaveYour.Town, which shares practical advice to help rural communities shape better futures. With extensive experience as a retail business owner, city administrator and nonprofit leader, she has given more than 300 presentations to small and rural communities in the United States and Canada.\n\nThe agenda will also include a legislative update panel focused on policy issues affecting rural and western Massachusetts.\n\nThe conference is co-sponsored by the MSA, the Rural Policy Advisory Commission, the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, the Franklin Regional Council of Governments, Small Town Administrators of Massachusetts, and the Rural Affairs division of the Executive Office of Economic Development.\n\nRegistration and breakfast will open at 8 a.m. The program will begin at 8:30 and will conclude at noon with a networking lunch. The cost to attend is $25.\nAgenda
\n8-8:30 a.m.\nRegistration and networking breakfast\n\n8:30-8:35 a.m.\nOpening remarks\nChristine Hoyt, Adams, Select Board Member\nAdam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director\nMayor Joshua Garcia, Holyoke\n\n8:35-9:35 a.m.\nKeynote Presentation\nBecky McCray, rural development speaker and facilitator\n\n9:35-10:35 a.m.\nLegislative Panel\nSen. Paul Mark\nRep. Aaron Saunders\nModerator: Adrienne Núñez, MMA Legislative Analyst\n\n10:35-10:50 a.m.\nBerkshire Busk! Information Session\nEugene Carr, Berkshire Busk Festival Director\n\n10:50-11 a.m.\nBreak\n\n11 a.m.- Noon\nRural EMS Discussion Panel\nBecca Meekins, UMass Collins Center, Public Services Manager\nMatt Wolkenbreit, Northfield, EMS Chief\nModerator: Trevor McDaniel, Deerfield, Select Board Vice Chair\n\nNoon\nClosing announcements and networking lunch
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-select-board-association-western-and-rural-massachusetts-conference/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Select Board Association Western and Rural Massachusetts Conference
DTSTART:20250503T083000Z
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DTEND:20250313T131500Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Spring Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources will hold its free spring program webinar on March 13, titled “Navigating Immigration and Employment Law: Best Practices for Municipal HR.”\n\nThe featured speakers — attorney Ryan Jaziri of Morgan, Brown and Joy, and attorney Prasant Desai of Iandoli Desai & Cronin — will cover:\n• Immigration and employment law basics in Massachusetts\n• Work visa types, timelines, and qualifications\n• Best practices for I-9 compliance and audits\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A.\n\nThe webinar will run from noon to 1:15 p.m. and will be moderated by Springfield Assistant Human Resources Director Caitlyn Julius, a member of the MMHR Board of Directors.\n\nA registration link will be made available at www.mma.org in the coming weeks and will be emailed to MMHR members.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-spring-program-webinar/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Spring Program Webinar
DTSTART:20250313T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250312T131500Z
UID:de288fe869dbbbdd91c4f8f89886f647
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Select Board Association Spring Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Select Board Association will hold its free spring program webinar on March 12, titled “Empowering Town Boards and Committees: Best Practices for Select Boards.”\n\nThe panelists — Lincoln Select Board Member and MSA First Vice President Jennifer Glass, attorney Karis North of Murphy Hesse Toomey & Lehane, and OIG Academy instructor Susan Scheiner — will cover:\n• Select Board roles and responsibilities when working with other town boards and committees\n• Equitable outreach, communication, and onboarding strategies for new board and committee members\n• Tips and tricks for setting up town boards and committees for success\n• Open meeting law and public records law considerations\n\nIn addition, Sharon Select Board Member Kiana Pierre-Louis, the MSA’s District 3 representative, will moderate a live Q&A.\n\nThe webinar will run from noon to 1:15 p.m.\n\nMore information will be made available here in the coming weeks. A registration link has been emailed to MSA members.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-select-board-association/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Select Board Association Spring Program Webinar
DTSTART:20250312T120000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250205T170000Z
UID:78f9c02a11b92faecdfc0b1e52fad018
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Association of Town Finance Committees Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/association-of-town-finance-committees-board-meeting/
SUMMARY:Association of Town Finance Committees Board Meeting
DTSTART:20250205T153000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250225T131500Z
UID:bc80062ea0785aa09feff108dea55ed2
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Select Board Association webinar with Massachusetts Moderators Association
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Select Board Association will hold a webinar with the Massachusetts Moderators Association, “An Insider’s Look at Town Meeting,” on Feb. 25 from 12 to 1:15 p.m.\n\nVeteran Town Moderators Mark DiSalvo, Carmin Reiss, Alan Foulds, and John Arnold will discuss both open and representative town meetings.\n\nThe conversation will cover:\n· Building strong relationships between select boards and moderators\n· How to manage discord at (and before) town meeting\n· Increasing resident engagement and participation\n· Using technology in town meetings\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to participate in a question-and-answer session. The webinar is geared toward select board members and is applicable to rural and urban communities of all sizes and locations.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-select-board-association-webinar-with-massachusetts-moderators-association/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Select Board Association webinar with Massachusetts Moderators Association
DTSTART:20250225T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250129T131500Z
UID:6f0ab8aed38b46d8e7b80c4f917408f2
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Inspiring Climate Action: Prioritizing and Funding Decarbonization Measures webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host the seventh and final session of its “Inspiring Climate Action” webinar series on Jan. 29.\n\nAladdine Joroff and Jonathan Schrag, two deputy climate chiefs from the Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience, will discuss the work ahead for the Commonwealth and what’s next for its cities and towns.\n\nJoroff and Schrag will provide an update on the development of a Comprehensive Climate Action Plan, part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program. The plan will analyze the costs and benefits of measures to reduce climate pollution in order to prioritize decarbonization actions that deliver the greatest community benefits and most efficiently use state and federal investments.\n\nThe discussion will highlight opportunities for engagement in the development of the climate action plan and provide an update on federal tax credits available to municipalities for clean energy investments.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.\n\nThis webinar will end the MMA’s “Inspiring Climate Action” webinar series, which has explored how climate change impacts municipalities and addresses how municipal officials and staff can take action. The series began in March 2024 with a “fireside chat” between Massachusetts Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer and MMA Executive Director Adam Chapdelaine.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/inspiring-climate-action-webinar/
SUMMARY:Inspiring Climate Action: Prioritizing and Funding Decarbonization Measures webinar
DTSTART:20250129T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250113T131500Z
UID:03250ff73b1415d706a3bbdcaab0f475
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Transportation Grants: MassDOT and MassTrails Funding Opportunities webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will host a webinar on Jan. 13 covering transportation-related grants available to communities across Massachusetts.\n\nKristen Rebelo, community grants administrator at the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, will provide an overview of several competitive grant programs administered by MassDOT, and will discuss the Chapter 90 municipal road and bridge maintenance program, which provides formula funding to all communities.\n\nRebelo will provide an introduction to MassDOT’s “Grant Central” community grants portal, a hub of information and resources about available MassDOT grants, including Chapter 90, Complete Streets, Local Bottleneck Reduction Program, Municipal Pavement, Municipal Small Bridge, and Shared Streets and Spaces.\n\nMassTrails Director Amanda Lewis and MassTrails Grants Program Manager Eli Velluti-Fry from the Department of Conservation and Recreation will give an overview of the MassTrails Grant program. The competitive grants support recreational trail and shared-use pathway projects across the state.\n\nOnline registration is available for the 75-minute webinar, which will begin at noon. Only MMA members may register. MMA members include elected officials and municipal employees from MMA member communities across the state. Media members are not permitted to attend.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/transportation-funding-webinar/
SUMMARY:Transportation Grants: MassDOT and MassTrails Funding Opportunities webinar
DTSTART:20250113T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250116T131500Z
UID:84650374b6526aeab39b489f2622673a
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Mutual Aid During Crisis and Everyday: Severe Weather, Wildfire, and Emergency Medical Services webinar
DESCRIPTION:The MMA will hold a free webinar on Jan. 16 covering the importance of fire department mutual aid in Massachusetts.\n\nMutual aid efforts were required across the state during a challenging fall season with many wildfire events. The fall fires have abated, but fire officials remain concerned about future wildfires and other potential disasters.\n\nPeter Burke and Michael Kelleher, past and current presidents of the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts, respectively, will describe mutual aid and why it is necessary.\n\nDave Celino, chief fire warden with the Department of Conservation and Recreation, will discuss examples of past local disasters, wildfires, structural fires, and instances requiring emergency medical services, noting that mutual aid responsibilities extend to everyday events.\n\nGlenn Rooney, general counsel for the Department of Fire Services, will give an overview of state laws regarding mutual aid.\n\nPanelists will also outline the various types of mutual aid systems and structures in place to ensure that communities have the help they need.\n\nState Fire Marshal Jon Davine will moderate the webinar, which is intended for chief municipal officials. Fire chiefs have been invited to a separate webinar.\n\nThe webinar will be held from noon to 1:15 p.m. Registration is available online.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mutual-aid-during-crisis-and-everyday-severe-weather-wildfire-and-emergency-medical-services-webinar/
SUMMARY:Mutual Aid During Crisis and Everyday: Severe Weather, Wildfire, and Emergency Medical Services webinar
DTSTART:20250116T120000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250416T140000Z
UID:6c8f48e2827b60df728674cded69ceda
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-meeting-2/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors’ Association Meeting
DTSTART:20250416T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250410T130000Z
UID:b3e044fadc2ec373bf25001de48838d7
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association and Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Joint Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Management Association and Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources will hold their annual joint meeting on April 10 at Lake Pearl in Wrentham.\n\nThe agenda will feature a “Psychological First Aid” training led by Liisa Jackson, director-coordinator with the Medical Reserve Corps. Participants will learn how to provide initial emotional support to individuals experiencing distress after a traumatic event or a difficult situation.\n\nThe training will cover key action steps in psychological first aid, including:\n• Making contact and engaging with individuals experiencing distress\n• Establishing a safe and comfortable environment\n• Stabilizing and gathering information on stressful situations\n• Providing practical assistance and support resources to affected individuals\n• Managing personal stress when providing psychological first aid\n\nTechniques for effective communication skills, self care, and reducing stress will be demonstrated and compared through didactic information, case scenarios, group discussion and interactive practice sessions.\n\nThe meeting is open to all MMMA and MMHR members. The registration fee of $40 includes coffee and lunch.\nAgenda
\n8:30-9:15 a.m.\nRegistration & Networking\nCoffee will be available in the main ballroom.\n\n9:15-9:20 a.m.\nWelcome Remarks & Opening Announcements\nJohn Mangiaratti, MMMA President, Acton Town Manager\nVanessa Hale, MMHR Chair, Southborough Assistant Town Administrator\n\n9:20-9:45 a.m.\nMMA Legislative Update\nAdam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director\n\n9:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.\nPsychological First Aid Training\nLiisa Jackson, Director/Coordinator, Medical Reserve Corps\nParticipants will learn how to provide initial emotional support to individuals experiencing distress after a traumatic event or a difficult situation. The training will include interactive practice sessions and cover key action steps in psychological first aid.\n\n12:15 p.m.\nAdjournment & Lunch
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-and-massachusetts-municipal-human-resources-joint-meeting/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association and Massachusetts Municipal Human Resources Joint Meeting
DTSTART:20250410T090000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250408T140000Z
UID:38aced1e5134f3c03e5b393aef6ca880
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/local-government-advisory-commission-meeting/
SUMMARY:Local Government Advisory Commission Meeting
DTSTART:20250408T130000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250408T114500Z
UID:f50a9034ccb0736f058d224a7e037227
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting-2/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20250408T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250408T094500Z
UID:f9624b39697ee42ee3009e038e37cd74
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-board-meeting-6/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DTSTART:20250408T084500Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250312T110000Z
UID:ceb1f98bde51aae6d9162af9fcab88eb
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA-Suffolk 2025 Programs Information Session
DESCRIPTION:An information session will be held on Zoom for those interested in the MMA and Suffolk University’s Certificate in Local Government Leadership and Management program, the Municipal Finance Management Seminar, or the Municipal Human Resources Seminar.\n\nRegistration link: Zoom
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-suffolk-2025-programs-information-session/
SUMMARY:MMA-Suffolk 2025 Programs Information Session
DTSTART:20250312T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250206T110000Z
UID:53763bcddb83f147196d1d54a91ccc24
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA-Suffolk Fellowship Information Session
DESCRIPTION:An information session will be held on Zoom for those interested in the MMA and Suffolk University’s Municipal Fellowship program.\n\nRegistration link: Zoom
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-suffolk-fellowship-information-session-2/
SUMMARY:MMA-Suffolk Fellowship Information Session
DTSTART:20250206T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250327T190000Z
UID:4dc0e5310c348cbf9b07ef0df5418f33
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Association of Town Finance Committees Regional Meeting - Reading CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:We regret to inform you that the ATFC meeting, scheduled for Thurs., March 27 in Reading is canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/association-of-town-finance-committees-regional-meeting-2/
SUMMARY:Association of Town Finance Committees Regional Meeting - Reading CANCELED
DTSTART:20250327T170000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250327T190000Z
UID:d7eb0d3cb7c9c738c1433bd7594fb7a7
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Association of Town Finance Committees Regional Meeting - Hadley
DESCRIPTION:The Association of Town Finance Committees will hold two free regional meetings on the evening of March 27.\n\nA meeting at the Reading Public Library will include Sean Cronin, deputy commissioner of local services at the Division of Local Services, and Andover Chief Financial Officer Patrick Lawlor. Cronin will focus on resources offered by the DLS and state finance news, including the proposed Municipal Empowerment Act. Lawlor will discuss strategies to improve communications with residents, both during town meeting and throughout the year.\n\nCapital planning will be the focus of a meeting at the Hadley Senior Center, where Monson Finance Director Jamie Farnum will cover the basics of developing and implementing a successful capital plan.\n\nBoth meetings will begin at 5 p.m. with light refreshments and networking. The program will begin at 5:30 p.m. and conclude at 7 p.m.\n\nAll finance committee and capital planning committee members are invited to these meetings. Online registration is available. There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/association-of-town-finance-committees-regional-meeting/
SUMMARY:Association of Town Finance Committees Regional Meeting - Hadley
DTSTART:20250327T170000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250326T140000Z
UID:f9ea0b32236d8c283c646d67ee06b717
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Mayors Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-mayors-association-meeting/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Mayors Association Meeting
DTSTART:20250326T100000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250321T130000Z
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DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Women Elected Municipal Officials Conference
DESCRIPTION:House Minority Whip Katherine Clark, the highest-ranking woman in the U.S. Congress, will be the keynote speaker at the Women Elected Municipal Officials Leadership Conference on March 21 in Wrentham.\n\nFor the past dozen years, Clark has represented Massachusetts’ 5th Congressional District, including Revere, Winthrop and other communities just north of Boston as well as portions of the MetroWest region. She was elected House Minority Whip in 2022.\n\nClark previously served as a Massachusetts state senator and representative, and as a member of the Melrose School Committee. A former general counsel for the Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services, Clark has been a leading advocate for policies supporting women and families throughout her career.\n\nAll women elected municipal officials in Massachusetts are considered members of WEMO and are invited to attend.\n\nWEMO thanks Federated Hermes (MMDT-Massachusetts Municipal Depository Trust) for their sponsorship of this event.\nAgenda
\n8:30 a.m.\nRegistration & networking breakfast\n\n9 a.m.\nWelcome remarks\nLisa Kouchakdjian, WEMO Chair, Sudbury Select Board\nCaroline Kafafian, Associated Sales Representative, Federated Securities Corp\nAdam Chapdelaine, MMA Executive Director & CEO\n\n9:05 a.m.\n“Empty chair” panel with the WEMO Steering Committee\nIn this interactive discussion, members of the 2025 WEMO steering committee will reflect on their professional experience and shared challenges as elected public servants. An audience volunteer will be invited to fill the “empty chair” on stage and serve as a temporary panelist for each question.\nLynn Griesemer, WEMO Director, Amherst Town Council\nKaren Gately Herrick, WEMO Director, Reading Select Board\nModerator: Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra, Northampton\n\n10:05 a.m.\nRegional networking activity\nGet to know your neighbors! Attendees will break into small networking groups by region and discuss topics uniquely affecting their communities.\n\n10:50 a.m.\nBreak\n\n11 a.m.\nFireside chat with Congresswoman Katherine Clark\nModerator: Hannah Belcher, WEMO Vice Chair, Winthrop Town Council\nTime will be reserved for a Q&A with Congresswoman Clark\n\n12:15 p.m.\nAdjournment & networking lunch\nLisa Kouchakdjian, WEMO Chair, Sudbury Select Board
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-elected-municipal-officials-conference-2/
SUMMARY:Women Elected Municipal Officials Conference
DTSTART:20250321T083000Z
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250320T150000Z
UID:116c57ce18c1d5b3b2d41dc9255a8d6e
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Professional Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:Agenda
\n9 - 9:45 a.m.\nRegistration, Coffee\n\n9:45 a.m.\nWelcome\nJohn Mangiaratti, MMMA President and Acton Town Manager\n\n10 a.m. - 3 p.m.\nCreating an Authentic Servant Leadership Culture\nRon Holifield, Owner, Strategic Government Resources (SGR)\nVolatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity almost sound inadequate to describe the intensity of the turmoil we are enduring. A frequent refrain is, “I almost feel like giving up.” But don’t give up! Instead, pivot and lean into creating the kind of culture that will let you and your organization thrive, despite the insanity. This dynamic session will provide you and your team with practical strategies to lead in a way that builds trust and confidence to effectively address political dysfunction, workplace anxieties, racial justice tensions and reduced resources. You will come out of this session with specific steps that you can take to shape your destiny as an organization that thrives despite it all. This will be an interactive session, with a 45-minute lunch break scheduled at noon.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-professional-development-conference/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Professional Development Conference
DTSTART:20250320T090000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250306T150000Z
UID:27eca33890a366205253b0914685088f
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:Women Leading Government Conference
DESCRIPTION:This event is at capacity, we are unable to accept walk-ins.\n\nWomen Leading Government will hold its fifth Annual Conference on March 6 at Lake Pearl in Wrentham.\n\nThe full-day event is designed for women in appointed positions in local government who are interested in advancing their careers and building their management and leadership skills.\n\nThe cost is $60, including lunch and a light breakfast.\n\nWomen Leading Government events are open to all staff in appointed positions in local government.\nAgenda
\n8:30 - 9:15 a.m.\nBreakfast, Registration\n\n9:15 - 9:30 a.m.\nOpening Remarks\nKelly Axtell, Deputy Town Manager, Lexington, WLG Co-Chair\nMelissa Goff, Deputy Town Administrator, Brookline, WLG Co-Chair\n\n9:30 - 10:45 a.m.\nBrag Better: How to Advocate for Yourself\nThis panel will explore the importance of self-advocacy in the workplace and provide practical strategies for effectively promoting oneself and one’s accomplishments. Panelists will discuss how to identify opportunities to showcase one’s skills and achievements, and craft compelling narratives that highlight one’s value. Attendees will take away skills and strategies that will boost their confidence in personal and professional negotiation scenarios.\nMelissa Murray, Partner, Norris, Murray & Peloquin\nMelissa Rodrigues, Town Manager, North Andover\nDori Vecchio, Acting Town Manager, Auburn\nModerator: Kelly Axtell, Deputy Town Manager, Lexington\n\n10:45 - 11:15 a.m.\nWLG Scavenger Hunt\n\n11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.\nBreakout sessions\nManagement Stories\nMembers share their career journeys, including the challenges they face, the transitions they made, and their experiences in management roles.\nAnita Arum, Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director, Acton\nJulianny Vittini, Assistant Human Resources Director, Danvers\nPaige Duncan, Town Manager, Foxborough\nModerator: Tricia Vinchesi, Retired Town Manager\n\nWhat’s Current in Generative AI\nSpeakers will share how they are using AI in their community.\nDevon Fields, Deputy City Manager, Chelsea\nFeng Yang, Chief Information Officer, Brookline\nMegan Zammuto, Deputy Town Manager, Concord\nAmalia McCaffrey, Chief Information Officer, Concord\nModerator: Jen Breaker, Deputy Town Manager, Danvers\n\n12:30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n1:45 - 3 p.m.\nLessons in Management: Constructive Criticism\nBetsy Neptune, Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant, Neptune Coaching\nWe all know how important it is to give constructive feedback, and we\'ve probably learned ways to give that feedback to others. But why is it still so hard to do? Why do we chicken out when we have to have that hard conversation or end up saying something we don’t mean? And why is it even harder to learn from the feedback we receive from others without getting defensive or dismissing it too quickly? This session will dive into the challenge of giving and receiving constructive criticism. Topics will include ways to navigate how our brains automatically react to difficult conversations, and how we can more effectively manage our emotions to help others and ourselves become more effective colleagues and leaders.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/women-leading-government-conference-4/
SUMMARY:Women Leading Government Conference
DTSTART:20250306T083000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20241217T131500Z
UID:4c898465f7e0becf53dd933ab2a1b6f9
DTSTAMP:20251108T194843Z
LOCATION:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Creating a Culture of Collaboration: The Power of Listening in Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:The MMA’s Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy will hold a professional development webinar, “Creating a Culture of Collaboration: The Power of Listening in Decision-Making,” on Dec. 17.\n\nBetsy Neptune of Neptune Coaching will lead the interactive webinar, which will teach municipal leaders how to foster a culture in which their teams work together well and make effective decisions.\n\nNeptune will introduce practical frameworks to help supervisors engage their teams in meaningful listening sessions and discuss how to lead them through decision-making processes. The goal is to learn how to create an environment where everyone feels heard, empowered and equipped to develop innovative solutions to the challenges they face.\n\nNeptune has more than 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, public sector leadership, and nonprofit management. She helps leaders maximize their impact through responsive coaching, thought partnership, and practical tools.\n\nAs executive director of BUILD Boston, Neptune rebuilt the team and achieved 70% growth in individuals served. Previously, she led small business programs for the city of Boston and served as chief of economic development for the Metropolitan Area Planning Council.\n\nNeptune has coached more than 100 small business owners, taught on entrepreneurship and leadership, and served on multiple boards. She holds a master’s degree in public administration from the Harvard Kennedy School and certifications in mediation, facilitation and nonprofit management.\n\nThe VMLA webinar is designed for municipal leaders, managers, and department heads; feel free to share this invitation with relevant staff.\n\nThe 75-minute webinar will begin at noon. The registration fee is $75.\n\nAll participants must register individually. Upon registering, an automated confirmation email will be sent, but the email will not contain the Zoom access information. Attendees will be sent the Zoom information once registration closes at noon the day before each webinar.\n\nAll cancellation requests must be received via email by Dec. 10 to receive a refund. The registration fee also provides access to the webinar recording on MMA On-Demand.\n\nFor more information, contact MMA Education and Training Coordinator Kristianna Lapierre at klapierre@mma.org.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-virtual-municipal-leadership-academy/
SUMMARY:MMA Virtual Municipal Leadership Academy webinar: Creating a Culture of Collaboration: The Power of Listening in Decision-Making
DTSTART:20241217T000000Z
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTEND:20250227T120000Z
UID:9f32a0554217915208ab7dfedc7943ac
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Mini Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Municipal Management Association will hold a Finance 101 “boot camp” on Feb. 27 at Grand View Farm in Burlington.\n\nThe free event will focus on finance for those new to the management profession, with substantive presentations as well as an opportunity for attendees to network.\n\nThe session leaders — Concord Town Manager Kerry Lafleur and Medfield Assistant Town Administrator Frank Gervasio — will discuss the basics of budget development and the roles and responsibilities of those engaged in the budget process.\n\nThe meeting will run from 9 a.m. to noon. Lunch will be provided.\n\nContact: Senior Member Program Coordinator Denise Baker at dbaker@mma.org
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-management-association-mini-boot-camp/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Management Association Mini Boot Camp
DTSTART:20250227T090000Z
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DTEND:20250211T140000Z
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LOCATION:Local Government Advisory Committee
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URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/local-government-advisory-committee/
SUMMARY:Local Government Advisory Committee
DTSTART:20250211T130000Z
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DTEND:20250211T114500Z
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LOCATION:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
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URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-board-of-directors-meeting/
SUMMARY:MMA Board of Directors Meeting
DTSTART:20250211T100000Z
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DTEND:20250211T094500Z
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LOCATION:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
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URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/massachusetts-municipal-councillors-association-board-meeting-5/
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Municipal Councillors’ Association Board Meeting
DTSTART:20250211T084500Z
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DTEND:20250125T153000Z
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LOCATION:Connect 351
DESCRIPTION:Connect 351, the MMA’s annual conference, will be held Jan. 23-25 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center and the Omni Hotel in Boston’s Seaport District.\n\nConnect 351 features:\n\n - Inspiring speakers like entrepreneur and author Suneel Gupta, consensus-builder Matt Lehrman, and Massachusetts Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh
\n - Timely and engaging workshops covering topics like AI, labor relations, communications, succession planning, housing and more!
\n - A lively and active Trade Show featuring more than 250 exhibitors
\n - Numerous networking opportunities, including daily receptions, a Friday dinner, member group meetings, awards ceremonies, and affiliate group meetings
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\nRegistration for Connect 351 is open online through Jan. 20 and is available in-person during the conference.\n\nSpecial MMA-negotiated reduced-rate lodging is available to Connect 351 attendees at numerous hotels in the Seaport area.\n\nVisit Connect351.org for complete information.
URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.mma.org/event/mma-annual-meeting-and-trade-show-7/
SUMMARY:Connect 351
DTSTART:20250123T140000Z
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