The focus will be on the basic FOIA responsibilities, the most common exemptions, and how to handle sensitive responses, such as video. Takeaways include understanding the basic rules and application to common requests and what to do with sensitive requests. Learning Outcomes:

In recent years, there have been several changes to the potential tort liability for injuries on park district property, especially on trails and other recreational property. The case law will focus on where the liability trends are heading and tools for preventing

Park districts manage many acres of public space, where the public sometimes pursues controversial uses. What authority do park districts have to regulate contentious activities while respecting the individual rights of park patrons? Participants will explore scenarios based on real cases and

This presentation will discuss the basic requirements of the act. What constitutes a meeting? What are the pitfalls of using electronic communication? When is there a quorum? What should be on the agenda? What can or should be discussed in closed sessions?

Legal experts will discuss new laws and recent court decisions that affect park districts, conservation districts, forest preserves, recreation, and special recreation agencies. New legal requirements affecting district employment, board meetings, investment policies, and grants will be discussed, along with other statutory

Did your budget explode this year because of COVID-19? Are some funds over budget and others hopelessly below? This session will review budget basics, describe how to build your budget to account for unexpected circumstances, and explain how to amend your budget

This presentation will discuss the best practices for public meetings, including the requirements of the Illinois Open Meetings Act, the pitfalls of the use of electronic communications, what should be on the agenda, what can or should be discussed in a closed

This program dives deep into the world of competitive bidding and procurement for park and forest preserve districts. The presenters will address when bidding is required, the bidding procedures, and related problems, such as determining the lowest responsible bidder, what to do

With the supply chain in tatters and construction materials more expensive than ever, completing a capital project will probably require a referendum to allow your agency to borrow money. This session explores the successful referendum campaign from the community survey to election

This session will examine the various legal protections afforded parks districts and their employees under the Illinois Governmental Tort Immunity Act. Learning Outcomes: – Understand recent tort immunity case decisions and trends affecting park districts today. – Leave with effective loss prevention