Introduction from State MG Coordinator, Stephanie Pully.  

• History, Mission, and Strategic Plan

• Organizational flow chart

• Map of UME Offices w/ MG Programs

• UME Home & Garden Information Center 

• Program Description and Structure

• UME MG State Office

• MG Status Definitions

• Transfers

• MG Program Structure, Leadership, and Communication

• Projects and Data

• Working with the Public

• Extension Advisory Councils  

• Recruitment

• Orientation

• Basic Training classes

• Quizzes and final exam

• Continuing education

• Application

• Support

• Reappointment

• Separation

• Liability coverage under the MD Tort Claims Act (MTCA)

• Organization standards

• Affirmation action and non-discrimination

• Code of Conduct

• Drugs, alcohol, and smoking

• Political activity

• Endorsing businesses, recommending products & services

• Social media

• Separation of Church & State

• Using the MG title

• Educational materials and "Fair Use"

• Photo releases

• Affirmative action / non-discrimination / EEO assurances

• UME logos and style guides

• UME MG Branded merchandise

• Risk reduction for MG activities

• UM & UME liability insurance policies & liability release forms

• Tough topics

• Program funding

• Other financial issues

• Applying for grants

• Policies

• Accessing the VMS

• Technical assistance

• Links to resources

• Forms

• Templates

• Policy Documents

Get to know your fellow MGs! We recognize a new volunteer every season (spring, summer, fall, and winter).