Who is a member?
Our members are the local governments of Massachusetts and their elected and appointed leadership.
The MMA will host a webinar on Sept. 16 with the American Red Cross of Massachusetts to explore how municipalities can work with the Massachusetts chapter and to offer examples of the support the Red Cross can provide when a community needs it most. Three regional executive directors will join the webinar to provide information…
The MMA will host a webinar on Sept. 10 covering the Frances Perkins Wage Equity Act, which was enacted in July 2024 to help close gender and racial wage gaps in Massachusetts. The webinar will review the key provisions of the law, including pay disclosure requirements and U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission data reporting. Panelists…
The MMA will host a webinar on Aug. 27 reviewing how to transform municipal communications work “from scattered to strategic.” Ashley Curtis, digital media marketing manager in Cambridge, and Florencia Rullo, communications manager in Nantucket, will share insights on streamlining municipal communications. Topics will include: • Simplifying your social media presence with a clear visual…
An MMA webinar on Aug. 20 will focus on crisis communications and the importance of consistent messaging when cities and towns face unexpected challenges. President Joyce McMahon and Jennifer Ranz, both of McMahon Communications, will provide a practical introduction to crisis communication planning and response, and demonstrate how preparation can make all the difference in…
A panel of attorneys with the Massachusetts Municipal Lawyers Association will address timely legal topics affecting municipalities during an MMA webinar on Aug 6. • John Finnegan, an attorney with Hill Law, will provide an update on an April Land Court decision relative to tax title takings and the calculation of interest. • Nicole Costanzo,…
Interim Secretary of Economic Development Ashley Stolba will be the featured speaker at the Massachusetts Municipal Management Association summer meeting on Thursday, July 17. Meeting registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Granite Links Country Club in Quincy, followed by an MMA update with Legislative Director Dave Koffman and Secretary Stolba.
The MMA will host a webinar on July 15 that will provide an overview of private roads, with examples of local practice from municipal employees and an experienced attorney. With over 3,000 miles of private roads and pressure to expand housing and other developments across the state, municipalities can’t escape conversations about unaccepted roads. This…
This event is at capacity. Please email [email protected] to be added to the waitlist. Women Leading Government will hold a half-day meeting on June 26 at the Sturbridge Publick House. This session will focus on setting boundaries and developing your own voice, two skills that most women find challenging. The meeting will open with a…
Please join us for a Massachusetts Municipal Communicators (MMC) Virtual Meeting on June 25, from 12-1 p.m. on Accessible Practices in Municipal Communications! This free meeting is open to all MMC members. Learn about ways of ensuring accessible, effective communication in your municipality. Participants will receive an overview of ADA considerations within municipal communications and…
An MMA webinar for all municipal staff and non-managers on June 18 will cover understanding and supporting mental well-being in the workplace. The webinar will identify common mental health challenges and offer tools for employees to effectively support themselves, colleagues and residents. The webinar will be led by Jon Mattleman, who has 40 years of…
The Massachusetts Select Board Association will hold a free training for newly elected select board members on Friday, June 13, in Devens. The training is targeted to select board members who are newly elected or in their first term, but any select board member is welcome to attend for a refresher and networking opportunities. Registration…
The Massachusetts Municipal Management Association will hold a half-day boot camp on June 12 at the Charlton Public Library. Please note that the Library does not open until 9:15 a.m. Agenda 9:15 a.m. Coffee, Registration 9:45 a.m. Welcome, Introductions Denise Casey, Deputy Town Manager, North Andover, MMMA Program Chair 9:45 – 11 a.m. Engaging Your…
On June 11, the MMA will host a webinar covering how abandoned municipal buildings can be turned into creative economy spaces. Jay Paget, program director of the Cultural Facilities Fund, will lead a discussion with representatives from three municipalities about their projects. Harwich Cultural Affairs Director Kara Mewhinney will discuss the 204 Cultural Arts Municipal…