119th Annual Educational Conference - November 9, 10, 11, 2026 - Crowne Plaza, Springfield, IL

Our conference provides educational and networking opportunities that help township officials become more effective and efficient leaders and members. The conference offers a broad variety of topics that impact township government and township citizens. Over 550 township officials and staff participate in the daily educational sessions presented by industry professionals and include informative topics including budgeting, food banks, legislation, FOIA and the like.

Conference registration includes:

• Participation in all educational sessions
• Access to all exhibit hall hours and events
• Monday, opening evening reception
• Tuesday, breakfast and lunch
• Tuesday presidents’ reception
• Tuesday evening fun social event
• Cash drawing prizes
• Personal contact with exhibiting businesses and organizations

Schedule at a Glance

Monday – November 9th
Registration Open - 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Open - 3:00 - 7:00 pm
Opening Reception - 5:30 - 7:00 pm

Tuesday - November 10th
Complimentary Breakfast - 7:30 - 9:00 am
Opening Session - Keynote Speaker - 9:30 - 11:30 am
Complimentary Lunch - 11:30 - 1:00 pm
Concurrent Educational Sessions - 1:15 - 5:00 pm
President's Reception & Social Event - 7:00 - 10:00 pm

Wednesday - November 11th
Awards Breakfast - 7:45 - 9:15 am (ticket required)
Early Riser Educational Session - 8:00 - 9:00 am
Concurrent Educational Sessions - 9:20 - 10:00 am
Division Meetings - 10:15 - 11:15 am
Annual Meeting - 11:30 - 12:30 pm
Adjournment - 12:30 pm