The Administrative Guide to State Government presents what an informed person should know about the major processes of state government .
DTMB has multiple Boards and Commissions for which they have administrative oversight.
DTMB Reports to the Michigan legislature organized by fiscal year
The State Administrative Board has general supervisory control over the administrative activities of all state departments and agencies.
Information technology (IT) Policies document the DTMB's authority to establish Standards and Procedures in the specified areas.
At the heart of the DTMB organization are the fundamental governance elements that define the department's authorities, processes, and procedures
The Archives of Michigan is responsible for preserving the records of Michigan government and other public institutions. The collections also include documents, maps, photographs and film from private individuals and organizations.
Cybersecurity information for the state of Michigan and resources for the public. Featuring educational and support information for local government, schools and more.
The State of Michigan Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Mapping Site provides access to GIS data, and information across the GIS community in Michigan.
DTMB Delivery Services provides comprehensive transport services tailored to the needs of each customer as well as ID Mail and moving services.
DTMB Mail and Delivery Services offers a full range of automated and manual mail handling and delivery services.
The DTMB Real Estate Division provides real estate and occupancy services for State of Michigan agency needs.
Information and services for local government agencies about managing records and data in the most effective, cost efficient, and legally compliant manner.
The State of Michigan’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) section is responsible for insuring and protecting the people, property, and activities of state government.
Details on state surplus property, auctions, and eligibility for federal surplus programs.
Information for state employees and vendors, including hotel listings, travel rates, forms, and regulations.
Design & Construction Information
The Contract Connect website provides info to vendors interested in doing business with the State of Michigan. Contract Connect is managed by State of Michigan Procurement.
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The following Michigan laws address the responsibilities of government agencies and employees to manage and preserve records in all formats. The Michigan Complied Laws (MCL) are available online at http://www.legislature.mi.gov/.
MCL 15.231-15.232 (Freedom of Information Act, Definitions)
This law contains the most frequently cited definition of a public record. There are many other definitions within Michigan law, but those do not contradict this definition.
MCL 18.1284-18.1292 (Management and Budget Act, Records Management)
This law establishes that state agencies are responsible for maintaining the records that document their activities. It requires DTMB to have a records management program that provides direction, training and services to state agencies. The records management program is responsible for establishing Retention and Disposal Schedules for the official records of each state agency.
MCL 24.401-24.406 (Records Reproduction Act)
This law allows government agencies to reproduce records using various technologies (including microfilming and digital imaging). It requires agencies to comply with standards approved by the State of Michigan to ensure that the reproductions are accessible, usable, authentic, and reliable.
MCL 399.809-399.812 (Michigan History Center Act)
This law allows the Archives of Michigan to collect and permanently preserve historical records created by Michigan government agencies. It requires that all Michigan government records must be listed on an approved Retention and Disposal Schedule, and that records cannot be destroyed without the authorization of an approved schedule.
MCL 600.1428 (Revised Judicature Act of 1961)
This law authorizes the state court administrative office to establish and maintain records management policies and procedures for the courts.
MCL 750.491 (Penal Code, Public Records)
This law declares that official Michigan government records are the public property. It establishes misdemeanor penalties for destroying a record without the authorization of an approved Retention and Disposal Schedule.
