Thursday, May 15, 2025
The National Domestic Communications Assistance Center is partnering with the New Hampshire Police Standards & Training Council on a virtual training event that will focused on best practices for working with modern internet communication services and highlight the tools that are available for open-source research, mapping, and analysis of cellular and geolocation data. The class is scheduled to take place on July 1, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. To register for the...
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Androscoggin County EMA and Grant Writing USA will present a two-day grant writing workshop in Poland on June 16-17, 2025. This training is for grant seekers across all disciplines. Attendees will learn how to find the funding sources and write winning grant proposals. For information about this opportunity, please click here.
Monday, May 12, 2025
The first ever Maine Healthy Aging report was released on May 1, 2025. Developed by the Point32Health Foundation, the report is designed to help residents, agencies, providers, and governments understand the health status and strengths and vulnerabilities of older individuals residing in communities across Maine. To review report, please click here.
Monday, May 12, 2025
On Wednesday, May 21 from 12-1p.m., the Maine State Fire Marshal’s Office, Governor’s Energy Office, and Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future will co-host high-level information session regarding the new energy and building codes that went into effect on April 7. To register for the event, please click here. Additionally, detailed energy code trainings are available for code enforcement officers, builders, architects, and design professionals....
Friday, April 18, 2025
On April 22 at 2 p.m., the U.S. Department of Treasury is hosting a workshop focused on providing the information municipalities need to successfully submit required American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) reports. To register for the Treasury’s workshop, please click here. Additionally, following the Treasury's webinar, the National League of Cities will host Office Hours sessions where municipal leaders ask questions and receive one-on-one support to help troubleshoot...
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
On April 22 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., the National League of Cities is joining the American Public Health Association, American Psychological Association, and the International City/County Management Association, for a conversation about the impact incivility has on public sector employees, including town and city managers and elected officials. The session will provide an opportunity for participants to share their stories and offer strategies for rebuilding trust, promoting kindness,...
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Virtual training on Alzheimer's and Dementia for Fire and EMS first responders is being offered in May by Alzheimer's Association staff. Each training is two hours, and will be held on May 14 and 19. This program has been developed specifically for Fire and EMS, helping personnel optimize the effectiveness of responding during interventions with persons living with dementia. Given the prevalence of dementia in our state, trainings such as these aid in a better understanding, and...
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Maine Women Leading Government is currently accepting applications for membership. MWLG was founded to meet the unique professional development and networking needs of women in local government—needs that too often go unmet in traditional organizations. Together, we are breaking barriers, fostering opportunity, and creating a community where women lead and thrive. As a member, you will have access to leadership and skill-building workshops; mentorship opportunities; networking...
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Municipal officials who are unable to participate in the Mitchell Center’s April 7 seminar, exploring the potential of industrial symbiosis and materials exchanges as solutions for reducing waste in Maine, will have a second opportunity during the Maine Resource Recovery Association’s (MRRA) Recycling and Solid Waste Conference on Monday April 14 at the Samoset Resort in Rockport. As part of the center’s partnership with the association, MMA members are being offered a free...
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
On Monday, April 7, the Mitchell Center is hosting a seminar exploring the potential of industrial symbiosis and materials exchanges as solutions for reducing waste in Maine - a key policy priority for climate action and sustainable resource use. By facilitating the exchange of waste, symbiosis and exchanges can cut disposal costs, minimize pollution, and unlock new economic opportunities.
For additional information about the session and to register for the event visit the Mitchell Center...