"Democracy on the Front Lines: Lessons from Michigan Local Governments": U-M Ford School of Public Policy

At a time when many of us are concerned about the strength of democracy in the U.S. and around the world, CLOSUP's research tells us that democracy remains strongest at the local level. Every day, in jurisdictions across the state, local officials interact with residents to help determine community priorities, allocate funds for services, hear complaints and resolve disputes, register voters, and much more.

Join Director Stephanie Leiser for a conversation with four local government leaders that explores new research on the health of local democracy and ways to encourage resident engagement and participation.

SPEAKERS
Shea Charles, East Grand Rapids City Manager

Anne Marie Graham-Hudak, Canton Township Supervisor

Megan Sellers, Oakland County Deputy County Executive

Tom Stephenson, Elk Rapids Village President

Sponsored by the Year of Democracy, Civic Empowerment, and Global Engagement, and the Ford School of Public Policy.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Annenberg Auditorium, 1120 Weill Hall, 735 S. State St.