Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren connects individuals of all ages to education, training, and employment. Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren is powered by Kinexus Group, which has a family of organizations that share a purpose of inspiring positive economic change one person, one business, one community at a time.
Please be sure to register and we'll invite you when we have events, policy/initiative discussions, news, or other information to share with you.
Welcome to Your Region J Hub
Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren connects individuals of all ages to education, training, and employment. Michigan Works! Berrien, Cass, Van Buren is powered by Kinexus Group, which has a family of organizations that share a purpose of inspiring positive economic change one person, one business, one community at a time.
Please be sure to register and we'll invite you when we have events, policy/initiative discussions, news, or other information to share with you.
The Michigan Legislature is back in session, and decisions being made at the Capitol will have significant impacts on our special districts. This forum provides a space for board members to discuss legislative developments, share insights, and collaborate on advocacy efforts.
Join the Conversation:
1. Legislative Priorities
What legislative issues are most critical for your district this session?
How are you communicating these priorities to your representatives?
What strategies have you found effective for advocacy?
2. Funding Discussions
How might the proposed education funding bills affect your district's budget?
What innovative approaches is your district considering to address funding challenges?
What funding solutions would you like to see prioritized?
3. Policy Implementation Challenges
What recent legislative mandates have been most challenging to implement?
How is your district preparing for potential new requirements?
What resources or support would help your district navigate these changes?
4. Regional Impact Variations
How do legislative priorities differ across our diverse regions?
Are there unique challenges facing rural, suburban, or urban districts?
How can we better collaborate across regions for more effective advocacy?
Guidelines for Participation:
Focus on policy implications, not partisan politics
Share specific examples from your district when possible
Respect differing perspectives and experiences
Remember TOMA compliance requirements when discussing board matters
Let's work together to stay informed and ensure voices are heard in the legislative process!
