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120 – Complying with the Illinois Open Meetings Act

Posted on January 29, 2022 Comments Off on 120 – Complying with the Illinois Open Meetings Act

120 - Complying with the Illinois Open Meetings Act

Andrew Keyt, Partner, Heyl Royster Voelker & Allen; James Rooney, Associate, Heyl Royster Voelker & Allen

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? What are the mechanics of a closed session? We will also discuss the 2020 amendments. Takeaways include a greater awareness of the pitfalls of using electronic communications and understanding when and how to use closed sessions.
Learning Outcomes:
- Gain a basic understanding of the overall requirements of the Open Meetings Act.
- Gain a working knowledge of closed sessions and understand the dangers of electronic communication.

Sat 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Governance/Legal
Awards 1.0 CLE credits, New Board Members