By Tonya Jamison, Legislative Committee ChairÂ
 Dear APA Members,Â
 Happy New Year! I hope all is well with you and your family. Â
 A new election year is here, and I am encouraging all of you to stay involved and educated. For your convenience, I have included a link to access your specific county election website with information on upcoming elections dates.Â
 https://www.michigan.gov/sos/0,4670,7-127-1633_8722-103241–,00.htmlÂ
 It is so important to know your local officials and to be informed about matters that affect you on a daily basis. Furthermore, it is vital to know whether your elected officials advocate for issues/matters that positively impact the State of Michigan. Â
 Lastly, we respect the divide between business and personal matters. Please be aware that no union dues are ever spent on political matters, such as partisan campaigning. If you are interested in learning more about the Michigan Education Association (MEA)’s Political Action Committee (PAC), please visit the link below. Remember, in these uncertain times, engagement is more important than ever. Â