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12/06/2026

Housing Forward recently shared several housing-related conversations and educational opportunities happening next week.

🏠 New Housing Financing Tool from FHLBank Indianapolis
Tuesday, June 16 | 11:00 a.m.
Learn more about a new program designed to support qualified affordable housing developments in Michigan and Indiana through lower-cost financing opportunities.
Register: https://www.fhlbi.com/resources/events/eid/9fe3df693be764c3/events/shareholders/webinar-housing-supply-rate-buydown-advance/

🏠 Housing 101 with Eric Kronberg
Tuesday, June 16 | 1:00 p.m.
Explore the basics of housing development, including zoning, demographics, infrastructure costs, and the barriers communities can address to support new housing options.
Register: https://www.incrementaldevelopment.org/events/smallbitesjun16

🏠 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Discussion
Wednesday, June 17 | 2:00 p.m.
Join the Region G Housing Stock Committee for a conversation with Legislative Director Britt Van from Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet’s office. The discussion will cover proposed federal policies related to housing supply, zoning, financing, manufactured housing, appraisal modernization, and more.
Email [email protected] for a calendar invite.

🏠 State of the Nation’s Housing 2026
Wednesday, June 17 | 4:00–5:00 p.m.
The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies will release its annual report examining affordability challenges, housing supply constraints, renter cost burdens, home sales, and emerging national trends.
Register: https://www.jchs.harvard.edu/calendar/state-nations-housing-2026

We encourage you to explore these opportunities and join the conversations helping shape future solutions.

11/06/2026

Stay connected with the latest economic development news, resources, and opportunities from Bay Future.

Check out the June edition of our newsletter below!

Email from Bay Future, Inc. Bay Future News & Opportunities Funding & Growth Opportunities AI Workforce Funding Opportunity The U.S. Economic Development Administration has announced a new AI Upskill

08/06/2026

The latest Michigan Townships Association newsletter includes several updates that could impact communities, infrastructure, development, and local planning across Michigan. Highlights include proposed statewide septic system standards, environmental permitting resources for construction projects, workforce and workplace wellness webinars, public safety updates, and upcoming community planning and engagement training opportunities in Bay City.

Email from Michigan Townships Association June 5, 2026 Precinct consolidation proposal advances in the Senate Local election commissions may currently consolidate precincts by resolution for elections

05/06/2026

Congratulations to MBS International Airport!

04/06/2026

Great to see more investment happening in Bay County and continued work to improve access to care for our community!

McLaren Bay West will bring high-quality, accessible care closer to home through a state-of-the-art medical campus anchored by a freestanding emergency department.

02/06/2026

MBE/WBE-certified businesses are encouraged to connect with the City for upcoming project opportunities!

🎉 Calling All MBE/WBE Certified Businesses! 🎉

Are you a Minority-Owned Business or a Women-Owned Business? 🌟 We want YOU to be part of our growing network of qualified businesses!

Bay City is actively seeking MBE/WBE-certified businesses to collaborate on exciting upcoming projects that require diverse participation. This is your chance to connect, grow, and make an impact in our community!

Don’t miss out—join our list today!

👉 https://www.baycitymi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7203/Minority-Business-Enterprise-MBE--Women-Business-Enterprise-WBE-Certification

01/06/2026

Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works is a phenomenal resource in our community!

28/05/2026

Welcome!

28/05/2026

Bay City’s next City Manager will play an important role in shaping our community’s future, including economic development, business growth, and quality of life.

Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the finalist interviews and share feedback by Friday, May 29 at 9:00 a.m.

Bay City residents and stakeholders are encouraged to take an active role in the City Manager selection process by reviewing finalist interviews and providing community feedback by Friday, May 29, at 9:00 a.m.

The following candidates have been selected as finalists for the position of City Manager:

➡️Shannon Aulabaugh – Communication Manager, City of Boulder, Colorado
➡️Brian Chapman – City Manager, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
➡️Richard Hayman – Senior Public Relations Manager, Gud Marketing
➡️Almon Perry – Assistant Vice President of Student Success Services, Mott Community College

Community input is an important part of the selection process, and residents are invited to share their thoughts and perspectives regarding the candidates.

📽️Residents can view the interview video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qf-BKhvg0ZI

📝Feedback may be submitted online at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SWXFMDK

The City of Bay City appreciates the community’s participation and thanks you for helping shape the future leadership of Bay City.

27/05/2026

Congratulations to Bangor Charter Township Supervisor, Glenn Rowley, on being elected 2026 Treasurer of the Michigan Townships Association!

A great recognition for Glenn and for Bay County leadership at the statewide level.

Join us in congratulating Glenn Rowley, Bangor Charter Township (Bay Co.) supervisor, on being elected 2026 treasurer of MTA!

As part of the government closest to the people, Glenn takes great pride in working to solve local issues, as well as promoting beautiful Bangor Charter Township as often as he can. He's been supervisor since 2016 & also serves on the MTA Board as director of MTA District 13. He's been president of the Bay County MTA Chapter since 2022 & was chapter vice president from 2018-2022. He also previously served on the township zoning board of appeals. "I am, and will, continue to be, a leader for all the people," he said. "I work for Democrats and Republicans alike, and everyone in between."

Read more about Glenn here: https://michigantownships.org/glenn-rowley-elected-2026-treasurer-of-the-michigan-townships-association/

Congratulations! 👏