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Economic Development For Municipal Officials (PDF 1070KB)
This handbook describes the various legal tools Illinois municipalities can use to encourage economic development.
This handbook describes the various legal tools Illinois municipalities can use to encourage economic development.
Handbook for Newly Elected Officials (PDF 3435KB)
Our Newly Elected Officials Guide is designed to provide information and guidance on various laws and procedures to newly-elected officials of all local governments. (Updated 2017)
Our Newly Elected Officials Guide is designed to provide information and guidance on various laws and procedures to newly-elected officials of all local governments. (Updated 2017)
304 Questions That Have Actual Answers (PDF 2228KB)
In this handbook, we list the 304 questions about local government issues that you always wanted to know…with actual answers.
View All In this handbook, we list the 304 questions about local government issues that you always wanted to know…with actual answers.
Economic Development For Municipal Officials (PDF 1070KB)
This handbook describes the various legal tools Illinois municipalities can use to encourage economic development.
This handbook describes the various legal tools Illinois municipalities can use to encourage economic development.
Handbook for Newly Elected Officials (PDF 3435KB)
Our Newly Elected Officials Guide is designed to provide information and guidance on various laws and procedures to newly-elected officials of all local governments. (Updated 2017)
Our Newly Elected Officials Guide is designed to provide information and guidance on various laws and procedures to newly-elected officials of all local governments. (Updated 2017)
304 Questions That Have Actual Answers (PDF 2228KB)
In this handbook, we list the 304 questions about local government issues that you always wanted to know…with actual answers.
In this handbook, we list the 304 questions about local government issues that you always wanted to know…with actual answers.
Tort Immunity Handbook (PDF 2943KB)
This handbook describes the federal and state immunities available to local governments and contains practical tips to reduce both the severity and frequency of personal injury claims.(Updated 2018)
This handbook describes the federal and state immunities available to local governments and contains practical tips to reduce both the severity and frequency of personal injury claims.(Updated 2018)
Municipal Annexation Handbook (PDF 6352KB)
This handbook provides an overview of methods of annexation and a detailed discussion of the benefits of annexation agreements. (Updated 2017)
This handbook provides an overview of methods of annexation and a detailed discussion of the benefits of annexation agreements. (Updated 2017)
Lien on Me: Using Liens to Collect Municipal Debt and Expenditures (PDF 13069KB)
This handbook discusses in detail all of the statutory liens which Illinois municipalities can place on the property of individuals who owe the municipality money.
This handbook discusses in detail all of the statutory liens which Illinois municipalities can place on the property of individuals who owe the municipality money.
10 Things You Need to Know About 14 Local Government Issues (PDF 3525KB)
This handbook highlights 10 issues important to all local governments such as labor relations, litigation, tort immunity, worker's compensation, and zoning, among others.
This handbook highlights 10 issues important to all local governments such as labor relations, litigation, tort immunity, worker's compensation, and zoning, among others.
Labor Law for Public Employers, Large and Small (PDF 10915KB)
This handbook provides a primer to local government officials on the laws and policies that govern collective bargaining and other employment-related matters. (Updated 2013)
This handbook provides a primer to local government officials on the laws and policies that govern collective bargaining and other employment-related matters. (Updated 2013)
Zoning Tools of the Trade (PDF 2313KB)
This handbook provides a practical explanation of the way in which a request for zoning moves its way through an Illinois municipality.
This handbook provides a practical explanation of the way in which a request for zoning moves its way through an Illinois municipality.
Zoning Administration Handbook (PDF 2502KB)
Among the most important powers that may be exercised by municipalities, as well as counties, are zoning powers.
Close Among the most important powers that may be exercised by municipalities, as well as counties, are zoning powers.
“Executive Privilege and the Spirit of Republicanism in the Washington Administration” (PDF 3332KB)
University of Maryland Baltimore County, 2014
University of Maryland Baltimore County, 2014
“Preparing for the Next Protest” (PDF 22KB)
Sonoma County Bar Association, The Bar Journal, Volume 29, Issue 1, Spring, 2012
Sonoma County Bar Association, The Bar Journal, Volume 29, Issue 1, Spring, 2012
“Recent Developments in Vested Rights: Maintaining the Status Quo” (PDF 4977KB)
The Urban Lawyer, Vol. 39, No. 3, Summer 2007, w/ Emily R. Schey
View All The Urban Lawyer, Vol. 39, No. 3, Summer 2007, w/ Emily R. Schey
“Executive Privilege and the Spirit of Republicanism in the Washington Administration” (PDF 3332KB)
University of Maryland Baltimore County, 2014
University of Maryland Baltimore County, 2014
“Preparing for the Next Protest” (PDF 22KB)
Sonoma County Bar Association, The Bar Journal, Volume 29, Issue 1, Spring, 2012
Sonoma County Bar Association, The Bar Journal, Volume 29, Issue 1, Spring, 2012
“Recent Developments in Vested Rights: Maintaining the Status Quo” (PDF 4977KB)
The Urban Lawyer, Vol. 39, No. 3, Summer 2007, w/ Emily R. Schey
The Urban Lawyer, Vol. 39, No. 3, Summer 2007, w/ Emily R. Schey
The Legal Side of Using Social Media (PPTX 4105KB)
IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference Friday, January 19, 2018 – 8:15-9:30 a.m.
IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference Friday, January 19, 2018 – 8:15-9:30 a.m.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (3rd Quarter, 2017) (PDF 129KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2017) (PDF 127KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Water Water Everywhere (PDF 1347KB)
Tom DiCianni recently published an article in the IDC Quarterly, First Quarter 2017, on liability from water management activities.
Tom DiCianni recently published an article in the IDC Quarterly, First Quarter 2017, on liability from water management activities.
Chicago Gun Shop Ban Shot Down, Triggers Review of Local Ordinances (PDF 660KB)
ILCMA Magazine, April 2014
ILCMA Magazine, April 2014
Rules of the Game: A Framework for Effective Zoning Hearings (PDF 569KB)
The Commissioner Magazine, APA (Spring 2013)
The Commissioner Magazine, APA (Spring 2013)
Attorneys & Social Media: An Ethical Minefield or Professional Boon? (PDF)
The Municipal Lawyer Magazine (IMLA), January/February, 2013
The Municipal Lawyer Magazine (IMLA), January/February, 2013
Doing More With Less: Turning Operations Dollars Into Capital Funds (PDF)
Illinois Parks and Recreation (March/April 2013)
Illinois Parks and Recreation (March/April 2013)
Firm Brochure (PDF 539KB)
The firm brochure provides information about Ancel Glink and the services we provide to our clients.
The firm brochure provides information about Ancel Glink and the services we provide to our clients.
When All Heller Breaks Loose: Gun Regulation Considerations For Zoning and Planning Officials Under the New Second Amendment (PDF)
Dan Bolin and Brent Denzin co-authored this article published in The Urban Lawyer (ABA, Section of State and Local Government Law 2012)
Dan Bolin and Brent Denzin co-authored this article published in The Urban Lawyer (ABA, Section of State and Local Government Law 2012)
Financial Manual for Illinois Public Libraries
Ancel Glink has written a finance manual for Illinois public libraries, authored by Stewart Diamond and W. Britt Isaly and published by the Illinois Library Association.
Ancel Glink has written a finance manual for Illinois public libraries, authored by Stewart Diamond and W. Britt Isaly and published by the Illinois Library Association.
Illinois Municipal Handbook
Since 1968, Ancel Glink has authored the Illinois Municipal Handbook, published and distributed by the Illinois Municipal League and edited by Stewart Diamond and Keri-Lyn Krafthefer.
Since 1968, Ancel Glink has authored the Illinois Municipal Handbook, published and distributed by the Illinois Municipal League and edited by Stewart Diamond and Keri-Lyn Krafthefer.
Township Officials of Illinois Laws and Duties Handbook
For years, Ancel Glink has worked collaboratively with TOI to produce the Township Officials of Illinois Handbook, currently in its 5th edition and edited by Keri-Lyn Krafthefer.
For years, Ancel Glink has worked collaboratively with TOI to produce the Township Officials of Illinois Handbook, currently in its 5th edition and edited by Keri-Lyn Krafthefer.
Illinois Park District Law Handbook
Since 1993, Ancel Glink has authored the Illinois Park District Law Handbook, published by the Illinois Association of Park Districts and edited by Rob Bush.
Since 1993, Ancel Glink has authored the Illinois Park District Law Handbook, published by the Illinois Association of Park Districts and edited by Rob Bush.
Balancing First Amendment Rights with the Interests of Public Employers: The Origins and Legacy of Garcetti v. Ceballos (PDF 469KB)
Litigation partner Darcy Proctor was a contributing author to this article regarding First Amendment rights, published by the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel.
Litigation partner Darcy Proctor was a contributing author to this article regarding First Amendment rights, published by the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel.
Survey of 2011 Municipal Law Cases (PDF)
Litigation partners Darcy Proctor and Lucy Bednarek were contributing authors to the 2011 Survey of Municipal Law Cases, published by the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel.
Close Litigation partners Darcy Proctor and Lucy Bednarek were contributing authors to the 2011 Survey of Municipal Law Cases, published by the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel.
TOI 2018 - Understanding Functions + Consolidation (PDF 200KB)
Understanding the Functions of Township Government and the Consolidation Clamor
Understanding the Functions of Township Government and the Consolidation Clamor
TOI 2018 Employment Laws (PDF 356KB)
Top 10 Things You Should Know about Employment Laws in Township Government
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TOI 2018 - Understanding Functions + Consolidation (PDF 200KB)
Understanding the Functions of Township Government and the Consolidation Clamor
Understanding the Functions of Township Government and the Consolidation Clamor
TOI 2018 Employment Laws (PDF 356KB)
Top 10 Things You Should Know about Employment Laws in Township Government
Top 10 Things You Should Know about Employment Laws in Township Government
David Silverman’s presentation at APA National Conference in New Orleans (PDF 3336KB)
NPC18 Working With Consultants
NPC18 Working With Consultants
APA-CMS: Planning Law Session - "Bar Exam: The Trilogy" (PDF 33KB)
Join the American Planning Association - Chicago Metro Section, and Ancel Glink attorneys David Silverman, Dan Bolin, and Christy Michaelson in a Mardi Gras celebration of planning law!
Join the American Planning Association - Chicago Metro Section, and Ancel Glink attorneys David Silverman, Dan Bolin, and Christy Michaelson in a Mardi Gras celebration of planning law!
Planning & Law Division Webcast (PPTX 12842KB)
Special Topics in Planning and the First Amendment: Signs, Adult Businesses, Religious Land Uses, and More.
Special Topics in Planning and the First Amendment: Signs, Adult Businesses, Religious Land Uses, and More.
Total Request Live: Night Meeting Edition! Powerpoint (PDF 140KB)
IML presentation with Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf, Stewart Diamond, Daniel Bolin, and Kurt Asprooth.
IML presentation with Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf, Stewart Diamond, Daniel Bolin, and Kurt Asprooth.
Legal Side of Employees' Use of Social Media (PDF 101KB)
The Legal Side of Employees' Use of Social Media Illinois Government Finance Officers Association Annual Conference
The Legal Side of Employees' Use of Social Media Illinois Government Finance Officers Association Annual Conference
Sharing with Care: Regulations for Responsible Short-Term Rentals (PDF 769KB)
North Central Illinois Council of Governments Semi-Annual Dinner
North Central Illinois Council of Governments Semi-Annual Dinner
Government Use of Social Media - Handout (PDF 55KB)
North Central Illinois Council of Governments Semi-Annual Dinner
North Central Illinois Council of Governments Semi-Annual Dinner
Government Use of Social Media (PDF 212KB)
North Central Illinois Council of Governments Semi-Annual Dinner
North Central Illinois Council of Governments Semi-Annual Dinner
IML - Strategies for Confronting Vacant Building Challenges (PDF 1149KB)
Vacant Building Ordinances: Strategies for Confronting Vacant Building Challenges
Vacant Building Ordinances: Strategies for Confronting Vacant Building Challenges
IML - Keeping the Peace During Elections (PDF 142KB)
Keeping the Peace During the Municipal Elections
Keeping the Peace During the Municipal Elections
IML - Strategies for Confronting Vacant Building Challenges
Vacant Building Ordinances: Strategies for Confronting Vacant Building Challenges
Vacant Building Ordinances: Strategies for Confronting Vacant Building Challenges
IML - Demystifying Transgender Laws Presentation (PDF 397KB)
Demystifying the Transgender Laws: How to Prevent Bathroom Battles from Becoming an Issue in Your Municipality
Demystifying the Transgender Laws: How to Prevent Bathroom Battles from Becoming an Issue in Your Municipality
APA-IL - The Real Houselawyers of Planning (PDF 187KB)
American Planning Association, IL The Real Houselawyers of Planning - Handout
American Planning Association, IL The Real Houselawyers of Planning - Handout
IML - Illinois Municipal Handbook Q&A (PDF 196KB)
Illinois Municipal Handbook Q&A QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Illinois Municipal Handbook Q&A QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
IML - Sharing with Care (PDF 31KB)
Sharing with Care: Regulations for Responsible Short-Term Rentals Illinois Municipal League - 103rd Annual Conference September 22, 2016
Sharing with Care: Regulations for Responsible Short-Term Rentals Illinois Municipal League - 103rd Annual Conference September 22, 2016
IML - Police and Community... (PDF 177KB)
Police and Community Relations Improvement Act Overview Illinois Municipal League 103rd Annual Conference September 22-24, 2016
Police and Community Relations Improvement Act Overview Illinois Municipal League 103rd Annual Conference September 22-24, 2016
Model Public Hearing Rules of Procedure (PDF 71KB)
Model Public Hearing Rules of Procedure from APA-PLD Webinar
Model Public Hearing Rules of Procedure from APA-PLD Webinar
ILGL - Police Powerpoint (PDF 3581KB)
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
ILGL - Public Act 099-0352 (PDF 315KB)
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
ILGL - Illinois State Police - Supplemental Homicide Reporting Form (PDF 66KB)
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
ILGL - Illinois State Police - Arrest Related Death Incident Form (PDF 124KB)
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
ILGL - IDOT - Pedestrian Stop Card (PDF 47KB)
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
ILGL - Handout Police and Community Relations Improvement Act (PDF 28KB)
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
Handout materials from the 23rd Annual Illinois Local Government Lawyers Annual Conference
APA-CMS “Bar Exam” Planning Law Session Teachers Edition (PDF 338KB)
Participants learned about local regulatory issues relating to adult uses, medical cannabis, video gaming, the takings clause, annexation, and the First and Second Amendments of the United States Con...
Participants learned about local regulatory issues relating to adult uses, medical cannabis, video gaming, the takings clause, annexation, and the First and Second Amendments of the United States Con...
ILA Social Media (PDF 185KB)
Keeping it Legal on Social Media. A Library State of Mind, ILA. 10-24-15.
Keeping it Legal on Social Media. A Library State of Mind, ILA. 10-24-15.
ILA FOIA OMA (PDF 191KB)
Guidelines for Complying with FOIA. 10-24-15. A Library State of Mind, ILA.
Guidelines for Complying with FOIA. 10-24-15. A Library State of Mind, ILA.
ASBO Legal Update OMA Website Social Media (PDF 204KB)
Legal Updates on Records Retention, OMA, and Required Website Postings. October, 14, 2015.
Legal Updates on Records Retention, OMA, and Required Website Postings. October, 14, 2015.
IML 2015 United We Stand Q & A Presentation (PDF 81KB)
IML 2015 United We Stand Q & A Presentation. Sept 17, 2015.
IML 2015 United We Stand Q & A Presentation. Sept 17, 2015.
IML 2015 United We Stand Q & A Handout (PDF 208KB)
IML 2015 United We Stand Q & A Handout. Sept 17th, 2015.
IML 2015 United We Stand Q & A Handout. Sept 17th, 2015.
IML 2015 Parliamentary Procedures Presentation (PDF 114KB)
Illinois Municipal League Annual Conference, Sept 17-19, 2015. 99 of the Most Important Issues in Dealing with Parliamentary Procedures Presentation.
Illinois Municipal League Annual Conference, Sept 17-19, 2015. 99 of the Most Important Issues in Dealing with Parliamentary Procedures Presentation.
IML 2015 Parliamentary Procedures Handout (PDF 281KB)
Illinois Municipal League Annual Conference, Sept 17-19, 2015. 99 of the Most Important Issues in Dealing with Parliamentary Procedures.Q&A.
Illinois Municipal League Annual Conference, Sept 17-19, 2015. 99 of the Most Important Issues in Dealing with Parliamentary Procedures.Q&A.
Are Your Exempt Employees Still Exempt? (PDF 576KB)
Presentation on if your exempt employees are still exempt.
Presentation on if your exempt employees are still exempt.
Time, Place & Manner: Regulating Non-Traditional Speech (PDF 510KB)
PowerPoint Presentation, IAPD Conference 2015
PowerPoint Presentation, IAPD Conference 2015
LawLawPalooza 2014 - Handout (DOC 209KB)
LawLawPalooza 2014 (American Planning Association Annual Illinois Conference 2014)
LawLawPalooza 2014 (American Planning Association Annual Illinois Conference 2014)
LawLawPalooza 2014 - PowerPoint (PPTX 648KB)
LawLawPalooza 2014 (American Planning Association Annual Illinois Conference 2014)
LawLawPalooza 2014 (American Planning Association Annual Illinois Conference 2014)
Library Board Wars & Power Plays: How to Resolve Them and How to Avoid Them- Q & A (PDF 108KB)
Handout from the Illinois Library Association Annual Conference (October 2014)
Handout from the Illinois Library Association Annual Conference (October 2014)
Second Amendment PowerPoint (PDF 254KB)
Second Amendment and Zoning: The Other Side of Concealed Carry - IML
Second Amendment and Zoning: The Other Side of Concealed Carry - IML
IML TIA Year in Review Presentation (PDF 3569KB)
2014 Year in Review: Illinois Tort Immunity Update (Attorneys' Session)
2014 Year in Review: Illinois Tort Immunity Update (Attorneys' Session)
IML TIA Year in Review Handout (PDF 314KB)
2014 Year in Review: Illinois Tort Immunity Update (Attorneys' Session)
2014 Year in Review: Illinois Tort Immunity Update (Attorneys' Session)
The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (PDF 97KB)
A summary of a public body's compliance requirements under FOIA (August, 2014)
A summary of a public body's compliance requirements under FOIA (August, 2014)
Doing Business with Cook County's Land Bank - Presentation (PPTX 12973KB)
PowerPoint Presentation for the Doing Business with Cook County's Land Bank event sponsored by Ancel Glink. (July 24, 2014)
PowerPoint Presentation for the Doing Business with Cook County's Land Bank event sponsored by Ancel Glink. (July 24, 2014)
Doing Business with Cook County's Land Bank- Resource Guide (PDF 3720KB)
Resource guide for the Doing Business with Cook County's Land Bank event sponsored by Ancel Glink. (July 24, 2014)
Resource guide for the Doing Business with Cook County's Land Bank event sponsored by Ancel Glink. (July 24, 2014)
Central Illinois Municipal Law Seminar Handout (PDF 1121KB)
Central Illinois Municipal Law Seminar, June 20,2014
Central Illinois Municipal Law Seminar, June 20,2014
Labor & Employment Program Handout (PDF 101KB)
Waubonsee Community College Communities of Excellence Program (May 7, 2014)
Waubonsee Community College Communities of Excellence Program (May 7, 2014)
Labor & Employment Program PPT (PDF 4128KB)
Waubonsee Community College Communities of Excellence Program (May 7, 2014)
Waubonsee Community College Communities of Excellence Program (May 7, 2014)
The Second Amendment and Zoning: The Other Side of Concealed Carry (PDF 318KB)
Lake County Bar Association, Local Government Committee Seminar, April 24, 2014
Lake County Bar Association, Local Government Committee Seminar, April 24, 2014
How Much Process Is Due Process? A Guide To Effectively Handling Due Process Hearings (PDF 789KB)
American Planning Association National Planning Conference 2014 - Atlanta, GA
American Planning Association National Planning Conference 2014 - Atlanta, GA
Sex, Guns, and God! (PDF 400KB)
Participants learned about local regulatory issues related to strip clubs, churches, guns shops and other land uses entangled with rights flowing from the First and Second Amendments of the U.S. Cons...
Participants learned about local regulatory issues related to strip clubs, churches, guns shops and other land uses entangled with rights flowing from the First and Second Amendments of the U.S. Cons...
Armed & Ready: Legal Tools Clerks Need to Conceal and Carry With Them (PDF 1790KB)
Municipal Clerks of Illinois Institute, July 19, 2013
Municipal Clerks of Illinois Institute, July 19, 2013
Legal & Ethical Issues With Social Media & Local Governments (PDF)
Arkansas Municipal League Conference, June 20, 2013
Arkansas Municipal League Conference, June 20, 2013
I was at a meeting 'til 2 a.m. last night! What did you do? (PDF)
Illinois City & County Managers Association, June 14, 2013
Illinois City & County Managers Association, June 14, 2013
Becoming the Clerk They Won't Want To Replace (PDF)
Central Illinois Clerks Association & MCI, June 20, 2013
Central Illinois Clerks Association & MCI, June 20, 2013
Sunshine & Games (PDF)
FOIA, OMA & Video Gaming in Illinois, Municipal Clerks of Illinois, April 19, 2013
FOIA, OMA & Video Gaming in Illinois, Municipal Clerks of Illinois, April 19, 2013
Ethical Dilemmas for Municipal Attorneys (PDF)
NBI, Legal Issues Involving Local Governments, February 2013
NBI, Legal Issues Involving Local Governments, February 2013
Navigating Municipal Elections ILCMA (PDF)
ILCMA, Winter Conference 2013 (Navigating Elections Powerpoint)
ILCMA, Winter Conference 2013 (Navigating Elections Powerpoint)
Protecting the Pocketbook Through Purchasing and Procurement Policies (PDF)
IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 24-26, 2013
IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 24-26, 2013
Social Media and Governments - Legal and Ethical Issues (PDF)
IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 24-26, 2013
IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 24-26, 2013
10 Reasons Why Your Agency Could be Sued Over Labor Issues (PDF)
IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 24-26, 2013
IAPD/IPRA Conference, January 24-26, 2013
New Legislation, PAC Opinions, FOIA & OMA (PDF)
Municipal Clerks Institute (MCI) Winter Seminar, January 25, 2013
Municipal Clerks Institute (MCI) Winter Seminar, January 25, 2013
Ethics of Social Networking (PDF)
International Association of Assessing Officials, December 14, 2012
International Association of Assessing Officials, December 14, 2012
Township Board Meeting Bootcamp (PDF)
Township Officials of Illinois Conference, November 12-13, 2012
Township Officials of Illinois Conference, November 12-13, 2012
What Clerks Need to Know Elections (Part 2) (PDF)
Illinois Municipal League Conference, October 20, 2012
Illinois Municipal League Conference, October 20, 2012
Social Media and Local Governments (PDF)
International Municipal Lawyers Association Conference, October 23, 2012
International Municipal Lawyers Association Conference, October 23, 2012
A DIY Guide to Drafting Ordinances and Resolutions (Minus the Hourly Rate) (PDF)
Illinois Municipal League Conference, October 18, 2012
Close Illinois Municipal League Conference, October 18, 2012
In The Zone: Land Use E-News (Winter, 2018) (PDF 89KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Fall, 2017) (PDF 96KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
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In The Zone: Land Use E-News (Winter, 2018) (PDF 89KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Fall, 2017) (PDF 96KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In The Zone: Land Use E-News (Spring, 2017) (PDF 89KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Winter, 2017) (PDF 390KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Fall, 2016) (PDF 382KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2017) (PDF 127KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2016) (PDF 2791KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (4th Quarter, 2015) (PDF 109KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Summer, 2015) (PDF 260KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
Ancel Glink Today- 3 2 2015 (PDF 257KB)
Ancel Glink Today, March 2, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Today, March 2, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Today- 3 16 2015 (PDF 262KB)
Ancel Glink Today, March 16, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Today, March 16, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Today- 5 1 2015 (PDF 257KB)
Ancel Glink Today, May 1, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Today, May 1, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News(2nd Quarter, 2015) (PDF 114KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Ancel Glink Today- 4 16 2015 (PDF 76KB)
Ancel Glink Today, April 16, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
Ancel Glink Today, April 16, 2015 edition of the firm e-newsletter.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Spring, 2015) (PDF 147KB)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2015) (PDF 528KB)
This is a publication of Ancel Glink's litigation group.
This is a publication of Ancel Glink's litigation group.
In The Zone - Fall 2014 (PDF 142KB)
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
In The Zone - Spring 2014 (PDF 172KB)
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2014) (PDF 483KB)
This is a publication of Ancel Glink's litigation group.
This is a publication of Ancel Glink's litigation group.
In The Zone - Winter 2013 (PDF 195KB)
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
In the Zone Land Use E-News (Fall 2013) (PDF 264KB)
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
In the Zone is an e-newsletter published by Ancel Glink's land use group
Local Government News (Fall 2013) (PDF 28548KB)
Ancel Glink's Local Government News, Fall 2013 edition of the firm newsletter
Ancel Glink's Local Government News, Fall 2013 edition of the firm newsletter
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (2nd Quarter, 2013) (PDF 70KB)
This is a publication of Ancel Glink's litigation group.
This is a publication of Ancel Glink's litigation group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2013) (PDF)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (4th Quarter, 2012) (PDF)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
In the Zone: Land Use E-News (Summer, 2012) (PDF)
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
In the Zone is a publication of Ancel Glink's land use group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (3rd Quarter, 2012) (PDF 68KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (2nd Quarter, 2012) (PDF 72KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Ancel Glink Defense E-News (1st Quarter, 2012) (PDF 71KB)
The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Close The E-News is a publication of Ancel Glink's defense litigation group.
Governor Signs Bill Moving Last Day for Candidate Filing to December 26th (PDF)
Client Alert, December 3, 2012
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Governor Signs Bill Moving Last Day for Candidate Filing to December 26th (PDF)
Client Alert, December 3, 2012
Close Client Alert, December 3, 2012
Silver Tsunami! (2/8/2019)
The "Silver Tsunami" has arrived for employers and local governments, so management of increasing numbers of older employees is on the agenda. Matt DiCianni joins us from Ancel Glink's Workplace Repo...
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The "Silver Tsunami" has arrived for employers and local governments, so management of increasing numbers of older employees is on the agenda. Matt DiCianni joins us from Ancel Glink's Workplace Report to discuss the latest age discrimination cases. Then, Jim Rock talks retirement, IMRF, and his time at the 2019 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference. How is your organization helping its most experienced employees? Tell us about it at
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Election Special! Governmental Issues and Electoral Boards (12/13/2018)
Election season isn’t just for candidates! Local election officials and electoral boards have many responsibilities to make elections happen. Meanwhile, local governments are asked to enforce politic...
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Election season isn’t just for candidates! Local election officials and electoral boards have many responsibilities to make elections happen. Meanwhile, local governments are asked to enforce political sign regulations and electioneering laws. Sometimes local governments get involved in elections themselves with their own referenda and public questions. With so many election-related issues, Ancel Glink’s Keri-Lyn Krafthefer joins us for another election special addressing governmental issues and electoral boards! What issues does your local government face during election season? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com! Listen here.
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Holiday Spirits and Liquor Control (12/6/2018)
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It's a Quorum Forum holiday special! Christy Michaelson and Ancel Glink Defense E-News (emus?) talk about inspection policies for city sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style. Then, David...
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It's a Quorum Forum holiday special! Christy Michaelson and Ancel Glink Defense E-News (emus?) talk about inspection policies for city sidewalks, busy sidewalks, dressed in holiday style. Then, David Silverman joins us to review recent liquor control laws that might spread more holiday cheer in municipalities. Finally, Britt Isaly discusses alcohol policies for events at municipal libraries and library districts. To subscribe to Ancel Glink Defense E-News, email us at podcast@ancelglink.com! Listen here.
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October 2018
Our Village has a resident that files FOIA requests once per week and the work to produce the documents has begun to take more and more of staff's time. Is it ever okay not to respond to a FOIA request?
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Our Village has a resident that files FOIA requests once per week and the work to produce the documents has begun to take more and more of staff's time. Is it ever okay not to respond to a FOIA request?
A: No. Surprisingly, the most common formal opinion issued by the Public Access Counselor is that a public body violates FOIA by ignoring a request (as well as the PAC's request for review!). The most recent formal opinion, Public Access Opinion 18-011, was released September 10, 2018.
June 2018
One of our employees requires intermittent 15 minute breaks under FMLA. Are we required to compensate that employee for the time spent on those breaks?
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One of our employees requires intermittent 15 minute breaks under FMLA. Are we required to compensate that employee for the time spent on those breaks?
A: Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, short employee breaks of less than 20 minutes are generally compensable time. However, a
conflict arises when an employee must legitimately and lawfully take such frequent breaks, each of less than 20 minutes, that it
substantially affects productivity. The Department of Labor recently helped us clarify how to resolve that conflict. In a recent
opinion letter, the DOL noted that FLSA regulations and case law generally find that short rest breaks for employees "promote the
efficiency of an employee" and therefore are compensable because that primarily benefits the employer. On the other hand, breaks
provided pursuant to FMLA are for the primary benefit of the employee. Therefore, the DOL concluded in its Opinion Letter, an
employee's breaks pursuant to FMLA (as intermittent leave) are not compensable breaks under the FLSA, because they are provided for
the primary benefit of the employee only.
December 2017
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Can a home rule municipality adopt an ordinance that exempts certain records from public inspection, even though those same records may be subject to public inspection under FOIA?
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Can a home rule municipality adopt an ordinance that exempts certain records from public inspection, even though those same records may be subject to public inspection under FOIA?
No, even home rule municipalities cannot create additional restrictions on public access to information that conflict with FOIA. According to a recent Appellate Court case, while home rule units have the power to expand the duty to disclose records, they lack the authority to exempt from disclosure documents and information for which FOIA mandates disclosure.
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