TOI provides township officials and staff monthly educational programs to inform and enhance knowledge and understanding of topics that impact township governing and community. All program information and discussion are presented by industry professionals. The in-person events are held in locations throughout the State of Illinois, providing geographic convenience for participation.

Education Workshops: Each of these one day in person workshops include specific topics providing in depth information about township governing and the impacts on the community. Learn and network with fellow township officials and staff. All workshops provide time for Q&A and lunch is provided.

Online Registration

Education Workshops - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
March 19 - Springfield (Sangamon County), President Abe Lincoln Double Tree
June 18 - Northern Illinois
September 11 - Southern Illinois

Virtual Education Workshops
April 29
October 8

Professional Development Days - 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Online Registration
In depth information about specific topics will provide the "hands on" tools and knowledge needed to understand and complete important duties as a township official.
Lunch is provided.
March 6
May 8
December 11

Lunch and Learn Webinars - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Registration
Gain insights from industry leaders and enhance your skills with our specialized topics.
January 14 - Overview of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program
February 10 - Drug and Alcohol Regulations in the Trucking Industry
March 11 - Annual Town Meeting
April 8 - Budgeting For Townships
May 20 - Ask an Attorney
June 10 - Paid Leave for All Workers Act Explained
July 7 - Townships and Artificial Intelligence
August 13 - Understanding the Comptrollers Report/Annual Financial Report
September 3 - Township Audits and Working with a CPA
October 22 - Food Pantry's and General Assistance
November 20 - Putting Together a Township Levy
December 10 - Running an Efficient Board Meeting

Q&A Days - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm (link is sent in an email the day of Q&A)
Topics of interest that impact townships are discussed in an open format.
January 23 - Township Investment Strategies
February 27 - Navigating the New Law & Duties Handbook
March 27 - Ask an Attorney