Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Join avian influenza experts from the Maine CDC, Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, and the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife Department for an overview and update of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza ("Bird Flu") in Maine. The talk will include general overview of the disease, risks, and prevalence in Maine, and strategies for farmers, fishermen and municipalities. Time for Q & A.
Date: Wednesday, April 16
Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm
Registration is free, click...
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...
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
On April 18 from 10 a.m. to noon, the Mitchell Center is hosting a summit focused on ending wasted food and food loss in Maine through solutions that benefit everyone. The summit brings together our state’s key food system participants: farms, businesses, feeding partners, community leaders, and nonprofit organizations – to discuss best and highest uses for our valuable Maine food resources at every stage… “Maine Food: Too Good To Waste.”
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Monday, March 31, 2025
On Wednesday, April 2 Field Epidemiologists from the Maine CDC will provide an overview and update on ticks, tick-borne illness & prevention in Maine. The Director of the UMaine Tick Lab will also join us with information about how a resident can submit a tick for identification and testing. This webinar is a sample of the “Tick Talk” you can arrange for your municipality if desired. Bring questions & invite your municipal colleagues.
Date: Wednesday, April...
Friday, March 28, 2025
MMA’s Cybersecurity Portal is live and available for exploration. The portal provides answers to frequently asked questions, information on how municipal leaders can implement cybersecurity awareness programs in their communities, and tools and links to resources to enhance cybersecurity awareness and effectiveness. Municipal officials will also find templates for policies designed to protect and make effective use of technological resources, as well as information on security...
Thursday, March 27, 2025
MMA is pleased to announce its partnership with InnovateUS to provide free, self-paced training on the benefits and potential risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. When used appropriately, AI can help towns and cities implement efficiencies in the delivery of daily tasks, fuel innovation in the provision of services and programs, and improve the ways in which information is shared with the public. For more information about this exciting and free training...
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Struggling with online IRS reporting? Join the National League of Cities on April 1st at 2pm for a virtual training with IRS experts to walk through essential year-end reporting requirements for municipalities, including W-2s, health insurance benefits, and more. Learn how to access IRS systems, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure compliance in the digital age.
Click here to register
Monday, March 17, 2025
Join experts on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at the University of Maine at Augusta for MMA’s annual Municipal Technology Conference. Learn how AI can help build a faster, smarter, and more responsive local government and help you make informed, strategic AI decisions in your day-to-day role as a municipal employee.
Topics covered this year include the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the workplace, the risks and benefits of AI, ethical considerations, developing an AI...
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
The Maine Council on Aging (MCOA) is hosting a virtual listening session with people and organizations who work with older adults to gather ideas and data around the challenges older Mainers face in the process of accessing behavioral and mental health services. On March 7 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., MCOA is inviting first responders to share their experiences. To register for the event, please click here. For more information about the program, please contact MCOA Policy...