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Foundations of Governance

Online Training for Newly Elected Officials

This five-week webinar series covered a wide range of topics to equip newly elected officials with a solid foundation and understanding of local government. From the basics of the form and function of local governance to risk management, review this series as a resource for local leadership.

Please find recordings and slides below:

Week 1
Introduction to Municipal Government Resources (video link)

Week 2
Understanding the Purpose and Function of Municipal Government (video link)
Purpose and Function of Municipal Government Slides (PDF)

Week 3
Roles and Responsibilities in Municipal Government (video link)
Roles and Responsibilities Slides (PDF)

Week 4
Montana Open Meeting and Citizen Participation Laws (video link)
Open Meeting & Citizen Participation Slides (PDF)

Week 5
Collective Advocacy and Risk Management (video link)

Resources:

• Montana Municipal Officials Handbook - Third Edition (PDF)
• Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority (web)
• Montana League of Cities and Towns (web)
• Montana State University Local Government Center (web)
• Welcome to Montana Municipal Government (PDF)

Upcoming Events:

League Annual Conference
(elected officials & municipal staff)
October 2 - 4
West Yellowstone, MT
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