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The law firm of Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes PLC fulfills the needs of municipalities, franchised businesses, employers, and public utilities in Michigan. Our Municipal Law division represents more than 150 municipal authorities. Although based outside of Lansing, Michigan, we establish and represent business entities throughout Michigan.

Township Law E-Letter

Back to Work in the COVID-19 ERA

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

With the Michigan Stay at Home Order being lifted and resumption of operations pursuant to Michigan Executive Order 2020-114, townships now face new challenges as they bring employees back to work. Employees may have concerns or fears about reopening plans, medical challenges, or family care obligations that will impact ability (or willingness) to return to work. Some of the most frequent challeng... Read more »

Franchise Law News

Is a Township required to receive sealed comp...

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Is a Township required to receive sealed competitive bids before letting contracts on public works projects? No. The Michigan Legislature had adopted state law requiring Townships to receive sealed competitive bids for contracts of $20,000 or more. Subsequently, the Legislature repealed the relevant law. With no statutory requirement to engage in a competitive bidding process, Townships are onl... Read more »

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The Ins and Outs of Collective Bargaining

The Ins and Outs of Collective Bargaining

Learn about collective bargaining through cooperation.

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Current Township Water & Sewer Issues

Current Township Water & Sewer Issues

Learn how to navigate current township water & sewer issues.

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Managing Township Personnel: Why is my Attorney Asking for That?

Learn about avoiding and resolving employment disputes

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Financing Joint Fire Operations

Financing Joint Fire Operations

Learn how to manage and finance joint fire operations.

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