CORONAVIRUS RESOURCES
for Local Municipal Leaders
Resources For Communities
Cities and villages are on the front lines of responding to the outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in their community. Local elected leaders have the primary responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of their residents. Michigan local governments have longstanding emergency protocols for public health emergencies and community members rely on them to provide them with timely, accurate information about their local preparedness and response.
The Michigan Municipal League is committed to providing local leaders with the necessary tools and resources to ensure communities are well equipped to navigate the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Questions on the Coronavirus?
The League can help!
Due to the volume of questions Governor Whitmer’s administration is receiving from our members and many others, the state’s resources being stretched to the max, and furloughing of employees, the state is no longer able to answer to each individual question from League members. The administration has committed to continue having an open line of communication with the League on critical issues. If you have a question, the League will do its best to provide an answer for you by utilizing both internal and external resources. This service is for Michigan Municipal League members only. If you have a generic question regarding League services, or a non-COVID-19 related question, please send it to info@mml.org.
Latest News
The League wants to make sure Michigan communities have access to the most up-to-date resources for a potential public health outbreak. Listed below you will find the most recent links to state, federal, and other resources on the coronavirus.
Gov. Whitmer extends job protections to people sickened by COVID-19 August 7, 2020
Gov. Whitmer extends State of Emergency through Sept 4
Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order Protecting Workers Who Handle FOIA Requests – April 5, 2020
Michigan Municipal League Thanks Governor Whitmer for FOIA Deadline Executive Order – April 6, 2020
COVID-19 Updates for Local Governments and School District
The Department of Treasury’s COVID-19 Updates for Local Governments and School Districts webpage is now live. This webpage will provide communities with the most up-to-date guidance issued by the Department including numbered letters, communications, and resources regarding COVID-19 information. We will continue to update this webpage with information and resources as they become available.
Unemployment Benefits Increased and Expanded – March 30, 2020
Whitmer Signs Executive Order Prioritizing Absentee Voting in May 5 Elections – Inside 208 blog, March 30, 2020
Whitmer Executive Order Requires Water Reconnections Statewide, Establishes Fund to Help Communities Comply – Inside 208 blog, March 29, 2020
Michigan Issues Stay-at-Home Order Amid Coronavirus: Here’s What it Means – March 23, 2020
Coronavirus Executive Order 2020-21 – FAQs – March 23, 2020
Governor Whitmer Orders Temporary Prohibition on Large Assemblages and Events Over 50 People – March 16, 2020
Governor Whitmer Expands Unemployment Benefits for Michigan Workers – March 16, 2020
Resource Links
Michigan Coronavirus Resources and Information
Coronoavirus Disease 2019 (COVID 19)
Department of Health & Human Services
What our state government is doing to address the virus, Fact Sheets explaining the virus and how it is spread and treated (English, Chinese, Spanish, Arabic), and FAQs
Governor Whitmer Signs Senate Bill 1108 Allowing Public Bodies to Meet Remotely. Read the League’s Inside 208 blog (10/16/20)
News Articles on Michigan Municipalities
News articles on COVID-19 impact on Michigan municipalities
Resource Links
DHHS Press Release: Indoor Dining Reopens February 1, 2021
Vaccine information by county – January 22, 2021
DHHS order on gatherings and masks – Dec 18 2020
Outdoor Seating– graphic Dec 18, 2020
Key Metrics – graphic Dec 18, 2020
Capacity Limits Fact Sheet– Dec 18, 2020
Gathering Guidelines – graphic Dec 18, 2020
DHHS order on gatherings and masks– Dec 7, 2020
Q&A on DHHS order – Dec 7, 2020
Social Gatherings– graphic Dec 7, 2020
Pause to Save Lives– graphic Dec 7, 2020
Safe Social Pods – graphic Dec 7, 2020
MDHHS Epidemic Order Fact Sheet- October 29, 2020
Gathering Prohibition and Face Covering Order-Oct 9, 2020
MDHHS Epidemic Order Infographic- Oct 9, 2020
MDHHS Epidemic Order Fact Sheet- Oct 9, 2020
Michigan Coronavirus Resources and Information
Coronoavirus Disease 2019 (COVID 19)
Department of Health & Human Services
What our state government is doing to address the virus, Fact Sheets explaining the virus and how it is spread and treated (English, Chinese, Spanish, Arabic), and FAQs
2020 Census
The US Census Bureau has extended the census data collection through October 31 and field operations are now scheduled to resume June 1. Read more.
HUD COVID-19 Resources and Fact Sheets
CPD Program Formula Allocations and CARES Act Supplemental Funding for FY 2020
Guidance on New Federal Employer Mandates
Employer Mandates in the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (March 30, 2020)
White House Press Releases
Corona Guidelines for America– March 16, 2020
Census News
In February 2020, President Trump formed a Coronavirus Task Force, led by Vice President Mike Pence and comprised of subject-matter experts, to organize a whole-of-government response. The Administration and Coronavirus Task Force have and will continue to work with State-Local-Tribal officials and private sector and non-profit partners in preparing for and responding to the coronavirus. It is important to note that at this time, the risk of infection for Americans remains low, and all agencies are working aggressively to monitor this continuously evolving situation and to keep our partners and the public informed.
- Vaccine information
- Confirmed and Presumptive Cases in the US
- Resources for Health Departments
- Resources for First Responders
- Preparing Communities for Potential Spread of COVID-19
- COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
- Interim Guidance: Get Your Mass Gatherings or Large Community Events Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Interim Guidance: Get Your Community- and Faith-Based Organizations Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities including guidance for homes, schools, and workplaces
Press Release – Local Officials Seek Financial Help from President Trump, Congress – August 5, 2020
Press Release – Michigan Local Governments Seek Local Relief and Recovery Funding to Address Impacts of Coronavirus – April 20, 2020
League Statement – Michigan Municipal League Thanks Governor Whitmer for FOIA Deadline Executive Order – April 6, 2020
League Statement – Michigan Municipal League Thanks Governor Whitmer for Flexibility in Running Local Government Meetings – March 18, 2020
League Statement – State Must Allow Local Governments to Conduct Virtual Meetings – March 16, 2020
Letter from League CEO Dan Gilmartin regarding cancellation of CapCon 2020 and other in-person events; League staff working from home – March 13, 2020
ICMA
Coronavirus Resources: Plan and Prepare Now Before It Hits Your Community
- Considerations for Local Governments
- Chains of Command for Public Health Emergencies
- Key Resources for Local Governments
National League of Cities
Coronavirus Response Resources for Local Leaders
Managing Through the Coronavirus: What Local Leaders Need to Know
As more cases of COVID-19, the Coronavirus, are identified in the U.S., local leaders must answer the question about their own role in responding to the outbreak. The good news is that municipalities have longstanding emergency protocols for public health emergencies such as this and now is the time to show leadership. Includes three things to prioritize with your local response.
Sustainable Strategies DC
COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Resources Available to Local Governments
World Health Organization (WHO)
Information and guidance regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), including online training and videos.
Michigan Society of Association Executives
COVID-19 Resource Hub
University of North Carolina School of Government
Preparing Local Government Workplaces for the New Coronavirus
Information
- Total Payment limited to no more than 75% of a NEUs annual total operating budget in effect as of January 27, 2020
For information on COVID-19 as it relates to the African American community, please visit the Michigan Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials website.
Deep-Dive Demo in Setting Up Remote-Access Meetings
PowerPoint – Video – Podcast – Q&A
Avoiding Zoombombing – Inside208 blog
Webinars
Live with the League – November 1, Noon – 1pm
Live with the League – November 15, Noon – 1pm
Live with the League – November 29, Noon – 1pm
Live with the League – December 13 , Noon – 1pm
Live with the League – October 18, 2021
YouTube – Podcast –Vimeo
Statewide Coalition Unveils Bold & Comprehensive Vision to Invest ARP Funding – October 14, 2021
Live with the League – October 4, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
What’s Happening Inside MDOT’s Local Agency Program – August 25, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo – Presentation
Live with the League – August 23, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
How Municipalities Can Support and Benefit from Expanded Access to Expungement – August 18, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League- ARP Discussion with Treasury – July 26, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
American Rescue Plan Facebook Live Chat – July 22, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
American Rescue Plan funding is on The Way: Learn How to Access it and Maximize it – July 15, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo – PowerPoint
Building Community Wealth and Economic Resilience- July 14
YouTube – Podcast –Vimeo
Live with the League – July 12, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League – June 28, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Michigan Department of Treasury- American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Webinar – June 17, 2021
YouTube
Live with the League – June 14, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Short Term Rental Press Conference – June 14, 2021
YouTube – Podcast– Vimeo
Live with the League – June 1, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Michigan’s Lead and Copper Rule: Making Hard-to-Understand Issues Understandable – May 20, 2021
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League – May 17, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League – May 3, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Creating Equity Through Opportunity: CEO Workforce Development – April 30, 2021
CEO Presentation – City of Detroit Presentation– YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
State of Wellbeing in Michigan – April 27, 2021
Wellbeing Report – YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
MML Foundation: Main Street Microgrants – April 23, 2021
PowerPoint –YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
MML Foundation: Neighborhood Microgrants – April 22, 2021
PowerPoint –YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League – April 19, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League – April 6, 2021
YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (FEMA) – April 1, 2021
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Tools and Resources for Local Governments: 11th Webinar – March 23, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo – Podcast – PowerPoint
Live with the League – March 22, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo – Podcast
Live with the League- March 8, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo – Podcast
Live with the League- February 22, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo – Podcast
Live with the League- February 8, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo
Finance for the Non-Finance Municipal Official – February 4, 2021
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo – Q&A
Live with the League– January 25, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo
COVID-19 Updates and Resources Updates and Resources – Tenth Webinar – January 19, 2021
PowerPoint– YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Live with the League– January 11, 2021
YouTube – Vimeo
Monday Morning Live– December 14, 2020
YouTube – Vimeo
COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments Series- Ninth Webinar- December 8, 2020
PowerPoint – YouTube– Vimeo– Podcast
Monday Morning Live– December 7, 2020
YouTube – Vimeo
Monday Morning Live– November 30, 2020
YouTube – Vimeo
Michigan Municipal League Community Stabilization Press Conference– November 30, 2020
YouTube – Vimeo– Podcast
New Pandemic Order: What it Means for Your Community– November 19, 2020
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo– Q&A
Winter Strategies COVID-19 Response: For Downtowns & Business Districts – November 17, 2020
PowerPoint– YouTube – Podcast –Vimeo
COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments – Eighth Webinar
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Vimeo
Monday Morning Live – November 9, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
Monday Morning Live – October 26, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments – Seventh Webinar- September 8, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube
Mich. Dept. of Treasury – COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments – Sixth Webinar – Aug. 12, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube – FEMA Fact Sheets – First Responder Hazard Pay Premiums Program (FRHPPP), Public Safety and Public Health Payroll Reimbursement Program (PSPHPRP) – Numbered Letter 2020-4 – MEDC COVID-19 Resources – MEDC Reopen Main Street
Monday Morning Live, with special guest from National League of Cities – August 10, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
Identifying the Barriers to Equity: Understanding the Local Impacts of the Criminal Justice System – August 6, 2020
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Additional Resources
Connecting Residents to Michigan’s Eviction Diversion Program – August 5, 2020
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast – Q&A – National Low Income Housing Coalition Fact Sheet
The Future of Public Safety Webinar Series: Re-imagining Community Engagement – July 30, 2020
PowerPoint – YouTube – Podcast
Monday Morning Live – July 27, 2020
YouTube– Podcast
Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Town Hall – July 23, 2020
MSP- CESF Page – YouTube – Podcast – Q&A
What’s Happening Inside MDOT’s Local Agency Program – July 22, 2020
YouTube – PowerPoint – Podcast – MDOT COVID-19 Construction Guidance – MDOT – COVID-19 Training Memo – MDOT – COVID-19 Material Ticket Handling E-mail – MDOT – COVID-19 Field Operations Guidance
Handling High Waters: Your Guide to Rising Lake Levels – July 14, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – PowerPoint
MML Monday Morning Live– July 13, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
ServeMICity Office Hours for CARES Act Funding for Michigan Municipalities – July 13, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
CARES Act Funding for Municipalities Explained –Michigan Treasury COVID-19 Webinar Series – July 9, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube
The Future of Public Safety Webinar Series: Re-imagining How We Invest- June 30, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – PowerPoint – Ypsilanti City- Resolution Condeming Racism (2020-115A) – MML Anti-Racism and Hate Resolutions Page – Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation
Michigan Municipal League Monday Morning Live – June 29, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
Navigating Michigan’s Work Share Program for Your Community – June 23, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – Q&A
Work Share Sample Documents:
Setting Up Your Account
UIA Work Share Program Powerpoint
Work Share Directions
Work Share Excel Template
Work Share Tool Kit
UIA Work Share Program Powerpoint
Michigan Municipal League Monday Morning Live – June 22, 2020
YouTube – Podcast
Stop Panicking and Start Acting: 5 steps to Save Your Small Businesses & Rebuild Your Local Economy- June 18, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – PowerPoint – Small Businesses are at Risk of Closing report
Monday Morning Live – June 15, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – Q&A
Michigan Delegation Leads Efforts to Protect Main Street Businesses – June 10, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – PowerPoint – Q&A
COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments – Fourth Webinar – June 9, 2020
YouTube – Podcast – PowerPoint
Now that the Stay at Home Order is lifted, What do Municipalities Need to Know? – June 8, 2020
Podcast –PowerPoint – YouTube – Q&A
Monday Morning Live – June 8, 2020
Podcast – YouTube – Q & A
Liquor Licensing for Outdoor Services for Bars and Restaurants – June 4, 2020
Podcast – PowerPoint– YouTube – Sample resolution: City of Southfield – Q&A
ServeMICity: Technical Assistance Office Hours – June 2, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video
Monday Morning Live – June 1, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video– Q&A
Monday Morning Live – May 21, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video
ServeMICity Launch- May 20, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video
What has Changed with the Re-Opening of Northern Michigan?- May 20, 2020
Powerpoint – Podcast – YouTube video – Q&A
Michigan Dept. of Treasury COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments- Third Webinar – May 18, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video
Supporting Mental Health During the Coronavirus- May 14, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video
Monday Morning Live, with special guest Irma Esparza Diggs from National League of Cities – May 11, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video
Monday Morning Live: Thursday Edition – May 7, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video
Michigan Dept. of Treasury COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments – May 4, 2020
Powerpoint– Podcast– YouTube video
Re-opening Your Community: What’s the Best Strategy? – April 29, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video
Additional Documents: Ferndale COVID-19 Staffing; Michigan Farmer Markets Responding to COVID; Mason COVID-19 Resources (Mason’s Employee Expectation Document); Mason Telecomuting Authorization Form; Mason- General Rules of Employment
Monday Morning Live – April 27, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video– Q&A
Considerations for Municipal Enforcement of Executive Order 2020-42 – April 24, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video– Q&A
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) – What Public Employers Need to Know – April 23, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video
COVID-19 Updates and Resources for Local Governments – April 20, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video
Michigan Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials COVID-19 Discussion, with special guests Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and Dr. A. Oveta Fuller – April 15, 2020
Dr. Fuller’s presentation: “Shelter in Place” Means “Don’t Do It! Don’t Go Out!” – Podcast – YouTube video – Biography of Dr. A. Oveta Fuller
From Dr. Fuller
Three links to fact-based items recommended for municipal leaders and anyone.
Sheriff’s Office – Washtenaw County Update – April 13, 2020
Coronavirus House Calls,” Episodes 5-6, CBS-42 television, Birmingham, Alabama. “ April 11-12, 2020. (30 min. Practical questions and answers)
Op-Ed on meaning of “Shelter in Place” or “Stay Home, Stay Safe” , Published April 3, 2020
Secure the Cities: Cybersecurity 101 for Michigan’s Municipalities – April 13, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video
Monday Morning Live – April 13, 2020
Podcast – YouTube video
New FOIA Executive Order/Flexibility During COVID-19 – April 10, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video – COVID-19 Response Options – Decision Tree to Assist Public Bodies in Responding to FOIA Requests During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Leading in a Crisis, with special guest Harvard Professor Stephen Goldsmith – April 9, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – YouTube video – Q&A
Monday Morning Live – April 6, 2020
Podcast – Facebook video – YouTube video – Q&A
Census 2020: Getting a Complete Count During COVID-19 – April 2, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – Video – Chat Log – Toolkit – Q&A
Update on Federal COVID-19 Response and Stimulus, with U.S. Senator Gary Peters – April 1, 2020
Video – Podcast
Monday Morning Live Webinar – March 30, 2020
Video – Podcast
Stay Home, Stay Safe Executive Order & What it Means for Your Community – March 27, 2020
PowerPoint– Podcast – Video – Chat Log – Q&A
COVID-19 Crisis Communication: How to Make Your Messages Hit Home (National League of Cities) – March 27, 2020
Facebook for Community Communication – March 25, 2020
PowerPoint – Podcast – Video – Chat Log – Additional resources provided by presenter Rachel Holland
Crisis Communications – March 24, 2020
PowerPoint – Video – Podcast
Deep-Dive Demo in Setting Up Remote-Access Meetings – March 23, 2020
PowerPoint – Video – Podcast – Chat log– Q&A
Virtual Meetings Executive Order – March 20, 2020
PowerPoint presentation – Answers on Relay/Captioning Services – Video – Podcast – Full Chat Log – Q&A Log – Avoiding Zoombombing
Facebook Webinar: Answering 20 Questions about COVID-19 (CDC) – March 18
Video
Coronavirus Webinar – March 16, 2020
Concerned about how to respond to coronoavirus (COVID-19) if it spreads to your community? Tune in to this interactive conversation on the latest developments with Elizabeth Hertel, senior chief deputy director for administration for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Listen to podcast.
Best Practices
See samples from other municipalities regarding notices, emergency procedures, service announcements, and more. If you’d like to contribute to this listing, send your samples to kcekola@mml.org.
Viruses Don’t Discriminate and Neither Should We
Public health emergencies, such as the outbreak of coronavirus disease, are stressful times for people and communities. Fear and anxiety about a disease can lead to social stigma toward people, places, or things. You can reduce stigma if you:
- Rely on and share trusted sources of information
- Speak up if you hear, see or read misinformation
- Show support for impacted individuals and communities
