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Local Councils
MTA works on the local level through its councils, which are located around the state. Monthly meetings are held September-May, where speakers address a variety of safety and equipment topics.
Each council sets its own agenda, events and annual dues to cover meeting expenses. This gives them the flexibility to address topics of interest in their geographic areas while under the leadership of MTA.
Want more information about joining or attending a meeting?
- Cheryl Lathwell
- clathwell@koleasecoinc.com or 616-896-4867
MTA’s Western Chapter Council of Safety Management represents member safety personnel around the greater Grand Rapids area. This council's primary objective is to promote safety best practices. Safety directors, safety specialists and safety-related allied members can network and learn from fellow professionals.
2025-2026 Meeting Schedule:*
*Subject to change without notice
All meetings 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted
- November 18
- December 16
- January 20
- February 17
- March 17
- April 21
- May 19
Locations and Topics TBD
Serving the greater Detroit area, the Detroit Chapter Council of Equipment & Maintenance meets to discuss trucking equipment, emerging technologies and new maintenance products and services. Mechanics, technicians and equipment/maintenance-related allied members benefit from the opportunities to network with peers.
2025-2026 Meeting Schedule:*
*Subject to change without notice
All meetings 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. p.m. unless otherwise noted
- November 11: Reliable Lighting, Wiring & Diagnostics. Speaker: Truck-Lite VP of National Fleet & Technical Services John Hoover
- December 9
- January 13 @ Levy
- February 10 @ Stoops Trailers, Wayne, MI
- March 10 @ Royal Truck & Utility Trailer, Northville, MI
- Speaker: MSP Motor Carrier
- April 14 @ Wolverine Freightliner Eastside- Mt. Clemens, MI
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Attendance or participation in MTA Councils constitutes an agreement by the participant to the use and distribution of the participant's image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities by Michigan Trucking Association.