In light of the CDC’s recommendation to cancel or postpone all gatherings of more than 50 people for the next eight weeks, Rural Partners of Michigan has decided to cancel the Small Town and Rural Development conference. We strongly feel that it is important that we do our part to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We are still in the process of deciding whether or not we will reschedule the conference for the fall. 

We will communicate new conference details if and when they are solidified. Any existing conference registrations will automatically be transferred to the rescheduled date. If you would prefer a refund, please contact Shawn Hunter at 517.485.3588 ext. 1927 or hunter@cedamichigan.org.

If you registered a room with Crystal Mountain in the  Small Town and Rural Development room block, the hotel will automatically cancel your registration – there is no need for you to call to cancel. There will be no charge for the canceled reservation. Please call 1-855-520-2974 or email reservations@crystalmountain.com  if you have further questions. 

We appreciate your patience and support during this time. If you have any questions please contact Jessica AcMoody via email (acmoody@cedamichigan.org) or phone 517-485-3588 x 1944

Consumers Energy Foundation Pitch Competition

The Consumers Energy Foundation remains committed to supporting the Put Your Town on the Map! pitch competition to build strong communities. We continue to discuss alternative ways of submitting a presentation if necessary, and will notify our finalists of these changes when they are confirmed.