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.

Education Workshops - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Online Registration
September 5 - Peoria (Peoria County)
September 19 - Rockford (Winnebago County)
October 3 - Normal (McLean County)

Evening Education Workshops - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 24 - Mt. Vernon (Jefferson County)
July 30 - Mt. Sterling (Brown County)

Saturday Education Workshops - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
October 11 - Springfield (Sangamon County)
October 25 - St. Charles (Kane County)

Newly Elected Officials Training/Virtual Workshops - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
May 28 - Springfield (Sangamon County)
June 17 - Naperville (DuPage County)

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 7 - Grant Writing (Kristin Olson)
May 16 - QuickBooks (Katie Redmond)
October 16 - Flagger Training (Barry Kent - IDOT)

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.
April 9 - Township Community Mental Health Boards
May 21 - Record Retention
July 16 - Freedom of Information Act
August 27 - Running an Efficient Board Meeting
September 24 - TBA
October 8 - Open Meetings Act

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.
June 13 - Introduction to A.I.
July 11 - Motor Fuel Tax
August 1 - TBA
September 12 - Working with DECO