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"The Podcast Local Governments Need to do Business."
Language:
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Contact:
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Website:
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Episodes
103: Zoning, Preemption, and Housing: Navigating the BUILD Plan
3/9/2026
In this special meeting of Ancel Glink's Quorum Forum podcast, attorneys Erin Monforti, David Silverman, and Greg Jones break down Governor Pritzker's proposed BUILD Plan (Building up Illinois Development). This initiative intends to reduce costs and eliminate barriers to housing development, but it includes proposals that could significantly limit local authority over zoning, building codes, and fees. The team discusses what these potential statewide mandates could mean for the future of Illinois communities. Thoughts? Questions? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
Highlights:
The BUILD Plan: An overview of the Governor's February 2026 proposal to cut "bureaucratic red tape" through new legislative and regulatory standards. "Middle Housing" Mandates: A look at bills that would require local governments to allow duplexes, triplexes, and townhomes in any area currently zoned for single-family homes. Limits on Local Review: Discussion on provisions that would prevent municipalities from requiring special use permits or variances for middle housing if those same rules don't apply to single-family homes. Statewide Zoning Standards: The potential shift toward inflexible statewide rules for residential building heights, setbacks, and how much of a lot can be covered by a building. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs): How proposed laws would normalize "granny flats" across the state, potentially making it easier for homeowners to get financing while increasing local density. Standardizing Impact Fees: Assessing the move toward mandatory state formulas for school and park impact fees to make costs more predictable for developers. Strict Permit Deadlines: New requirements for municipalities to complete plan reviews within 15 to 30 days, or else developers may hire their own third-party inspectors to do the work. Public Comment: A critical update for FOIA officers regarding emails caught in spam filters. A recent court ruled that a request is considered "received" even if it is automatically quarantined by your IT system. Upcoming Presentations:
APA-IL Virtual Plan Commissioner Training: Register for a virtual training hosted by the APA-IL on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. APA-ISS Spring Conference: Join us Ancel Glink at the APA-ISS Spring Conference April 16-17 to discuss the BUILD plan and local zoning preemption. The Legacy of Euclid 100 Years On: See David Silverman at the 2026 National Planning Conference in Detroit on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 9:30 AM. The Annual APA-CMS Bar Exam: Join Greg Jones and colleagues for the American Planning Association – Chicago Metro Section's annual planning and zoning case law update on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Chicago. Resources:
Governor Pritzker's State of the State Address (BUILD Plan Announcement) House Bill 5626: Omnibus Housing Reform (40-page comprehensive bill) Senate Bill 4060: Middle Housing Requirements Senate Bill 4061: Single Stairway Building Code Senate Bill 4062: Mandatory Impact Fee Formulas Senate Bill 4063: Building Permit Review Deadlines & Third-Party Inspectors Senate Bill 4064: Residential Parking Standards Senate Bill 4071: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Municipal Minute: General Assembly Sends "People Over Parking Act" to the Governor Municipal Minute: FOIA Deadlines and Quarantined Emails Credits:
Chair: Erin M. Monforti Featured Guests: David S. Silverman and Gregory W. Jones Producer: Daniel J. Bolin Executive Producer: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer Engineers: Ricardo Perez and Matt Smith This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.
Resources:
Credits:
Chair: Erin M. Monforti Featured Guests: David S. Silverman and Gregory W. Jones Producer: Daniel J. Bolin Executive Producer: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer Engineers: Ricardo Perez and Matt Smith...
Duration:01:02:41
102: Web Accessibility
3/5/2026
In this episode, Jamie Wilkey, a Partner at Lauterbach & Amen, joins Ancel Glink's Katie Nagy to discuss the Department of Justice's final rule on web accessibility under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). They explore the new requirements for state and local governments to ensure their web content and mobile applications are accessible to individuals with disabilities, and offer practical advice on implementation, technical standards, and compliance deadlines starting on April 24, 2026 for some larger governments. Questions? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
Highlights:
The Technical Standard:An overview of WCAG 2.1 Level AA, the benchmark for digital accessibility compliance.Defining Web Content:Understanding how the rule applies to websites, mobile apps, social media, online payment portals, and digital documents like meeting minutes and agendas.Compliance Deadlines:Key dates for local governments (April 24, 2026 for populations over 50,000; April 26, 2027 for smaller entities and special districts).Practical Implementation:Steps for success, including identifying an internal team, conducting an inventory of digital assets, and prioritizing remediation.Exceptions and Limitations:A breakdown of what content is exempt, such as archived web content, pre-existing conventional documents, and certain third-party content.Risk Management:Analyzing the legal, financial, and reputational risks of non-compliance.Public Comment:A discussion on the Seventh Circuit's decision in O'Donnell v. City of Chicago regarding vehicle forfeiture programs and unconstitutional takings. Upcoming Presentation:
Illinois Township Attorneys Association Annual Seminar:See Ancel Glink attorneys present on May 15, 2026, at the Hanover Township Senior Center. Resources:
Fact Sheet: New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps Provided by State and Local GovernmentsDOJ Guidance: First Steps Toward Complying with the ADA Title II Web and Mobile Application Accessibility RuleMunicipal Minute: City's Vehicle Forfeiture Program Not an Unconstitutional Taking Credits:
Featured Guest: Jamie L. Wilkey, Lauterbach & AmenChair: Katherine NagyProducer: Daniel J. BolinExecutive Producer: Keri-Lyn J. KraftheferEngineers:Rick Perez and Matt Smith Disclaimer: This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.
Duration:00:44:08
101: Navigating AI's Impact on the Modern Workplace
2/5/2026
In this episode, we share Ancel Glink attorney Melissa Hall's recent ILCMA presentation, "Digital Decisions: Navigating AI's Impact on the Modern Workplace." Mysi examines the current legal landscape surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in labor relations and employment practices.
Highlights:
The Legal Landscape: Overview of federal and state regulations, including EEOC guidelines on Title VII and the ADA.Illinois Specifics: A look at the AI Video Interview Act (AIVIA) and the 2026 amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act.Bias and Mitigation: Understanding automation bias, selective adherence, and real-world examples of algorithmic discrimination.Labor Relations: How major unions (ILA, SAG-AFTRA, AFL-CIO) are negotiating AI safeguards and transparency.Best Practices: Practical steps for employers, including the NIST Risk Management Framework and the importance of human oversight. Upcoming Presentation:
The Legacy of Euclid 100 Years On: See Ancel Glink'sDavid S. Silvermanat the2026 National Planning Conferencein Detroit on April 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Resources:
Presentation Slides: Digital Decisions: Navigating AI's Impact on the Modern WorkplaceMunicipal Minute: The New Year Countdown – Public SafetyCoalition Resource: San Jose Government AI Coalition Credits:
Featured Guest:Melissa A. HallProducer/Chair:Daniel J. BolinExecutive Producer:Keri-Lyn J. KraftheferEngineer: Rick Perez This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.
Duration:00:44:41
100: Lessons from a Local Government Law Career
1/1/2026
We have a quorum! In this special 100th episode, we celebrate a major milestone by hosting a special live recording from Ancel Glink's Chicago headquarters. Our featured guest is our esteemed friend and colleague, Julie Tappendorf, who joins us on the eve of her retirement to reflect on her distinguished career in local government law. Julie is a prolific writer and counselor helping local governments across Illinois with land use, social media, legal compliance, and more. In this career retrospective, Julie shares the professional lessons she learned along her journey—from her early days in military intelligence to becoming a leading local government lawyer.
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Episode Highlights
• From Cryptology to Codes: Julie reflects on her eight years as a Korean cryptologic-linguist in the U.S. Army and how the discipline of military intelligence prepared her for legal practice.
• The Land Use Landscape: We review the evolution of development and annexation agreements. Julie explains how these contracts reduce adversarial friction and why formal agreements are critical for risk management.
• Municipal Minute: Julie shares the origin story of her award-winning blog, Municipal Minute, which has registered over 3.3 million visits. She discusses her foresight in identifying social media as a legal issue for local governments as early as 2011.
• Social Media After Lindke: What the Supreme Court's ruling in Lindke v. Freed means for local officials. Julie provides essential advice on maintaining separate personal and official accounts and navigating the "actual authority" test.
• The Future of the Field: A candid discussion on the next "tweeting into trouble" moment—Artificial Intelligence. Julie warns about the risks of AI "hallucinations" and the importance of verifying legal output.
• Public Comment Segment: Ancel Glink attorneys share the most impactful lessons they have learned from Julie over the years, ranging from effective meeting procedures to the "gold standard" of responsiveness.
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Contact Us
How has the Municipal Minute blog or the Quorum Forum podcast helped your organization? We want to hear from you!
• Email: podcast@ancelglink.com
• Hotline: 312.604.9185
• Website: quorumforum.ancelglink.com
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Resources
• Municipal Minute
• Development by Agreement: A Tool Kit for Land Developers and Local Government, Second Edition
• Social Media and Local Governments: Navigating the New Public Square, Second Edition
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Credits
• Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
• Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
• Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
• Co-Hosts: Erin Monforti, Katie Nagy, Tyler Smith
• Engineer: Rick Perez (behind the glass for our protection)
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Disclaimer
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer at www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.
Duration:00:56:33
99: New Year, New Laws
12/4/2025
Farewell, 2025—and a warm welcome to the New Year! In this holiday episode, the Quorum Forum podcast hosts its annual tradition of revisiting new legislation and case law that local government listeners should know for 2026. Ancel Glink attorneys Erin Monforti, Katie Nagy and Alexis Carter captained teams of Ancel Glink attorneys in a competition to leave the most messages about new laws on the Quorum Forum hotline. Who will win? Our listeners, of course! The episode provides critical updates on laws taking effect (or possibly taking effect) in 2026, including Open Meetings Act amendments, Freedom of Information Act amendments, a law restricting local parking requirements near transit, and more! Email your questions to podcast@ancelglink.com. Happy Holidays!
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Resources
• Illinois General Assembly Passes Bill Amending OMA and FOIA
• In the Zone: General Assembly Sends "People Over Parking Act to the Governor
• Public Act 104-0078: Amendments to Military Leave Act
• Public Act 104-0171: Amendments to Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act
• Public Act 104-0076: Amendments to Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act
• Public Act 104-0193: Amendments to Employee Blood and Organ Donation Leave Act
• Public Act 104-0259: Family Neonatal Intensive Care Leave Act
• Bitner v. City of Pekin
• Workers Compensation Benefits Barred Where Pension Board Denied Line-of-Duty Benefits
• Public Act 104-0364: Amendments to Interstate Mutual Emergency Aid Act
• Public Act 104-0097: Amendments to Counties Code, Municipal Code
• Bill Requiring Local Libraries to Stock "Opioid Antagonists" Passes Both Houses of General Assembly
• Narcan in Libraries
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Credits
Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Erin M. Monforti
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:44:08
98: E-Bikes and E-Scooters at the APA-IL State Conference
11/6/2025
In this episode, Ancel Glink's Tyler Smith and Eugene Bolotnikov discuss options for local governments to navigate the current regulatory landscape of e-bikes and e-scooters. The discussion aims to help communities address concerns regarding public safety while providing some clarity to the owners and operators of these vehicles. Tyler and Eugene recently presented on this topic at the 2025 APA-IL State Conference, delving into the regulatory options available to communities in Illinois.
Special Segment: Public Comment Live from the APA-IL Conference
The episode includes a public comment segment featuring a live question and answer session focused on e-bike and e-scooter regulations, recorded live at the 2025 APA-IL State Conference.Participants ask questions about communities shifting regulation away from state-defined classes (such as regulating by wattage instead), the inconsistency of regulations between neighboring communities, and the overlapping jurisdiction of municipalities and park districts.The presenters note that there has been a significant rise in regulatory attention in Illinois, especially in Cook County suburbs, following high-profile, fatal collisions involving e-bikes and vehicles. Department of Public Works
Ancel Glink attorneys will be presenting at several upcoming events:
Ancel Glink equity partner Julie Tappendorf will be presenting on the First Amendment in public forum spaces at the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education's Local Government Law Institute conference on December 5th, 2025.Many Ancel Glink attorneys, including Eugene Bolotnikov, will have sessions at the IAPD/IPRA 2026 Soaring to New Heights Conference, which runs from January 25th, 2026 to January 27, 2026. Contact Us
How are e-bikes and e-scooters affecting your community? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com or call the Quorum Forum hotline at 312-604-9185.
Credits
Chair: Tyler J. SmithGuest: Eugene BolotnikovProducer: Daniel J. BolinExecutive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie TappendorfEngineers: Ricardo Perez This podcast is provided as a service to public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to offer timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. The full disclaimer can be reviewed at www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.
Duration:00:36:07
97: Anatomy of a Redevelopment Agreement
10/2/2025
In this episode, Ancel Glink Partner David S. Silverman, FAICP, provides an in-depth breakdown of the essential components and negotiation strategies for drafting effective Redevelopment Agreements (RDAs) from his presentation at the Southland Development Authority’s TIF Talk training session. David explains that the RDAs serve as a clear roadmap for the project, governing everything from development specifics to the flow of incentives and guarantees, requiring an internal logic that ensures it remains understandable for potentially decades. How is your organization approaching economic development agreements? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
Resources:
Ancel Glink at the APA-IL State Conference
• “Municipal Initiated Upzonings: Lessons Learned” featuring Tyler Smith on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.
• “Injunctions & Dragons: Planning Law Fantasy Adventure” featuring Dan Bolin, along with Erin Monforti and Trevor Dick, FAICP (Village of Lombard) and Phil Green, AICP (Village of Hoffman Estates) on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
• “GovLove + APA-IL Live Podcast: Award-Winning Planners” featuring Dan Bolin and Andy Cross, AICP (The Lakota Group) on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
• “Small But Mighty: ADUs, Tiny Homes & Cottage Communities” featuring David Silverman, FAICP, Greg Jones, AICP, and Erin Monforti, alongside Angela Mesaros, AICP (Village of Homewood), Falon Young (City of Chicago), and Samar Jha (AARP) on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
• “Watt” A Ride: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of E-Bikes and E-Scooters” featuring Eugene Bolotnikov and Tyler Smith on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
• “E-Scooters, E-Bikes & Public Camping Regulations: Strategies for Municipal Planners to Avoid Legal Roadblocks” featuring Megan Mack and Tyler Smith on Friday, October 10, 2025.
Municipal Minute, City Could Withhold Employment Taxes from PEDA Benefits
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Credits
Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin Engineers:
Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.
Duration:00:36:40
96: Case Law Update
9/4/2025
On the latest episode of Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum podcast, Dan Bolin and Alex Cambiazo put their case law update to the test in "Artificial Intelligence v. Alex Intelligence!" Dan plays AI-generated summaries of recent cases affecting local governments and employers, and Alex provides insights, corrections, and key takeaways from her own legal summaries. How are these legal issues affecting your organization? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
Cases Discussed:
• Undercover Officer Misconduct: Veronica Hinton v. The City of Chicago – Clarifying when an officer’s private actions fall "under color of state law" and the implications for municipal liability.
• Municipal Impoundment Fees: Matthew E. Carter v. The City of Alton – Examining the constitutionality of administrative fees for vehicle impoundment related to criminal offenses and the importance of administrative remedies.
• FOIA & Body Camera Footage: NBC Subsidiary (WMAQ-TV) LLC v. The Chicago Police Department – Understanding law enforcement exemptions under FOIA and the "reasonable expectation of privacy" for body camera recordings of victims and witnesses.
• Employment Discrimination: Kara Mitchell v. Exxon Mobil Corporation – Highlighting the importance of clear, consistent, and well-documented performance review systems in defending against sex discrimination claims.
Also in this Episode:
• A Public Comment segment addressing school flyers and free speech limitations in limited public forums, drawing on E.D. v. Noblesville School District.
• The Department of Public Works discusses Ancel Glink's sessions at the APA-IL State Conference.
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Credits:
• Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
• Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
• Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
• Engineer: Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimer
Duration:00:49:41
Recess: Tips for Newly Elected Officials
8/7/2025
To celebrate the release of the 2025 Newly Elected Officials Guide, we’re re-releasing one of our most popular episodes, “Tips for Newly Elected Officials”!
“The Quorum Forum hotline is open and Ancel Glink attorneys called with their tips and congratulations for newly and not-so-newly elected local government officials in Illinois. Adam Simon, Erin Monforti, Derke Price, Julie Tappendorf, and Dan Bolin shared helpful tips on local government meetings, public comment, working with staff, and more! What tips do you have for newly elected officials? Call us at 312.604.9185!”
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:47:23
95: Legislative Update
7/3/2025
The General Assembly recently concluded its spring session and Ancel Glink’s Eugene Bolotnikov joins us to talk about recent legislation local government should know, including updates on veteran housing, grant opportunities for libraries, law enforcement hiring practices and more . What new laws are you following? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Tyler J. Smith
Engineers: Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:33:02
94: Recent Supreme Court Decisions Impacting Community Development
6/5/2025
How can decisions issued by the nation’s highest court impact community development at the local level? Find out as Megan Mack and Erin Monforti join the APA-ISS Spring Planning Conference to discuss two recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, City of Grants Pass v. Johnson and Sheetz v. County of El Dorado. Email your questions to podcast@ancelglink.com!
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Resources
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Supreme Court Upholds Ordinance Prohibiting Camping & Sleeping on Public Property
http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/07/supreme-court-upholds-ordinance.html
Supreme Court Holds that Legislatively Enacted Impact Fees are Not Exempt from Nollan and Dolan
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/05/in-zone-supreme-court-holds-that.html
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Julie Tappendorf, Keri-Lyn Krafthefer
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Matt Smith, Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:01:06:44
93: 2025 APA-CMS Bar Exam
5/1/2025
The American Planning Association Chicago Metro Section recently teamed up with Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum podcast for the 10 annual “Bar Exam” planning law session. This event is a realistic simulated law school experience testing planners and land use professionals on important planning law cases on group housing, short-term rentals, and more! The 2025 session featured in this episode was recorded live at One Lake Brewing in Oak Park. As is tradition, everyone literally "passed the bar" after attending this session. This episode also marks seven years of Ancel Glink's Quorum Forum podcast! Email your land use and zoning questions to podcast@ancelglink.com!
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:01:03:34
Episode 92: Not In My Park! Regulating Controversial Park Activities
4/3/2025
Park agencies manage many acres of public space where sometimes controversial activities take place. What authority does your organization have to address E-Scooters & E-Bikes, First Amendment activities, public camping and more? Find out as Megan Mack, Erin Monforti, and Tyler Smith join Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum podcast to present “Not in my Park!” at the 2025 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference! What controversial activities are impacting your parks? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
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Resources
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Public Act 103-0899
https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/publicacts/fulltext.asp?Name=103-0899&GA=103
Local Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act
https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs5.asp?ActID=2062
Swart, et al. v. City of Chicago, 440 F.Supp. 926 (N.D. Ill. 2020)
https://casetext.com/case/swart-v-city-of-chi
Court Finds Park Ordinance Constitutional as Applied to “Occupy Chicago” Protesters
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2014/12/court-finds-park-ordinance.html
Court Rejects Occupy Chicago Protesters’ Challenge to Park Hours Ordinance
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2015/12/court-rejects-occupy-chicago-protesters.html
Supreme Court Upholds Ordnance Prohibiting Camping & Sleeping on Public Property
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/07/supreme-court-upholds-ordinance.html
Ordinance Prohibiting Homeless from Sleeping in Public Places is Unconstitutional
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2018/09/ordinance-prohibiting-homeless-from.html
Bill of Rights for the Homeless Act
https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=3517
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Julie Tappendorf, Keri-Lyn Krafthefer
Chair: Erin M. Monforti
Engineers: Matt Smith, Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:01:00:36
91: New Developments in Planning Caselaw
3/6/2025
Recently, Ancel Glink attorneys Megan Mack, Erin Monforti, and Katie Nagy participated in the Planning Webcast Series hosted by the Ohio chapter of the American Planning Association and presented by the Illinois chapter. The session covers key cases impacting local governments and planning professionals, ranging from regulatory takings and impact fees to group homes, zoning regulations, and homelessness. We are pleased to share this webcast with you on Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum podcast! What are the important planning issues in your community? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
Resources
Planning Webcast Series, New Developments in Planning Caselaw
Mar. 13, 2025: 10 Annual APA-CMS Bar Exam
Apr. 24-25, 2025: American Planning Association – Illinois State Section Conference
Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:01:31:06
90: Immigration Enforcement
2/6/2025
The new federal administration is undertaking new immigration enforcement activities through executive orders, guidance, and more. Keri-Lyn Krafthefer and Margaret Kostopulos join Dan Bolin to discuss what local governments and employers should do when federal immigration authorities visit; how to respond to their requests for records; and the relationship between local law enforcement and federal immigration enforcement. How is immigration enforcement affecting your organization? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:01:01:34
89: New Year, New Legislation and Recent Decisions
12/5/2024
The holiday season is here, and the Quorum Forum podcast team is ready to celebrate! To ring in the New Year, we will be reviewing case law and legislation that our local government listeners should be aware of as we head into 2025. Email your questions to podcast@ancelglink.com. Happy Holidays!
Resources
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In the Zone: Changes to Building Code Statutes
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/05/in-zone-changes-to-building-code.html
Public Act 103-0621
https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/publicacts/fulltext.asp?Name=103-0621&GA=103
Referendum Could Not Change “Manner of Selection” of Municipal Board of Ethics
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/09/referendum-could-not-change-matter-of.html
Supreme Court’s Analysis: Use of Social Media by Government Officials
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/03/supreme-courts-analysis-use-of-social.html
Court of Appeals Weighs in On Recent First Amendment Decision Issued by U.S. Supreme Court
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/10/court-of-appeals-weighs-in-on-recent.html
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Road Impact Fees as Condition to Annexation
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/11/illinois-supreme-court-upholds-road.html
DOJ Issues New Rules on The Accessibility of Web Content
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/05/doj-issues-new-rules-on-accessibility.html
Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines
https://www.access-board.gov/prowag/
General Assembly Sends Major Changes to Sales Tax Laws to the Governor
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/06/general-assembly-sends-major-changes-to.html
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Erin M. Monforti
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:34:26
88: Election Special
11/7/2024
The 2025 consolidated election season is kicking off with its usual verve and a host of complex issues to address. 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. Local governments may get involved in elections themselves with their own referenda and public questions. To help listeners tackle these issues, Ancel Glink’s Erin Monforti and Katie Nagy update a classic Quorum Forum election special, featuring insight from equity partner Keri-Lyn Krafthefer! What issues does your local government face during election season? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com.
Resources
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2025 State Board of Elections “Running for Office” Directory
https://www.elections.il.gov/RunningForOffice.aspx?MID=rOlNCTNZd9A%3d
It’s Time to Establish Elected Officials’ Compensation for Terms Starting in 2025
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/08/its-time-to-establish-elected-officials.html
Special Considerations about Establishing Compensation of Elected Officials
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/08/special-considerations-about.html
Election Calendar Changes for Spring 2025 Elections
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/07/election-calendar-changes-for-spring.html
2024 Local Government Law Institute
https://www.iicle.com/lgli24
IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference
https://www.ilparksconference.com/
Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Erin M. Monforti
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:47:09
87: Back to School at the 2024 APA-IL State Conference
10/3/2024
Several Ancel Glink attorneys had the pleasure of attending the 2024 APA-IL State Conference at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois to catch up with friends and colleagues in the planning field to discuss all things planning, zoning, and economic development. Tune into this episode of Quorum Forum for some interesting planning law updates, along with insight from our attorneys on their experience attending and presenting at the conference.
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Resources
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Regulating Election and Campaign Signs
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/08/regulating-election-and-campaign-signs.html
In the Zone: Supreme Court Holds that Legislatively Enacted Impact Fees Are Not Exempt from Nollan and Dolan
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/05/in-zone-supreme-court-holds-that.html
Supreme Court Upholds Ordinance Prohibiting Camping & Sleeping on Public Property
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/07/supreme-court-upholds-ordinance.html
In the Zone: Court Rejects “Class of One” Equal Protection Lawsuit in Land Use Case
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/05/in-zone-court-rejects-class-of-one.html
Approval of Contract Extending Beyond Mayor’s Term a Valid Exercise of Home Rule Authority
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/04/approval-of-contract-extending-beyond.html
In the Zone: Seventh Circuit Rejects Challenge to Local Sign Regulations
https://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2024/09/in-zone-seventh-circuit-rejects.html
GovLove: A podcast about local government
https://elgl.org/govlove/
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Tyler J. Smith
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:32:00
86: Contracts, Liability & Tort Immunity
9/5/2024
Contracts are important legal tools local governments use to provide critical services to residents and pursue important projects. When local governments contract with third parties to perform work, and there is a resulting hazard, injury, or other misstep, the risk of liability depends on several critical factors. Tune in to hear attorneys Erin Monforti, Derke Price, and Maulik Sharma discuss key issues surrounding contracts, liability, and tort immunity in Illinois. Share your thoughts and questions with podcast@ancelglink.com
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Illinois Supreme Court Resources: Restatement (2d) of Torts Section 414
https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/Resources/286ab8ed-592c-477e-8364-febf7d1a9e4c/55.00.pdf
Andrews v. Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
https://law.justia.com/cases/illinois/supreme-court/2019/124283.html
Lee v. Six Flags Theme Parks, Inc.
https://casetext.com/case/lee-v-six-flags-theme-parks
Rangel v. Brookhaven Constructors
https://casetext.com/case/rangel-v-brookhaven-constructors-inc
Bokodi v. Foster Wheeler Robbins, Inc.
https://casetext.com/case/bokodi-v-foster-wheeler-robbins
NRPA 2024 Annual Conference
https://conference.nrpa.org/
2024 APA-IL State Conference
https://www.ilapa.org/aws/APAIL/pt/sp/state-conference
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:55:52
Recess: Supreme Court Rules on Homelessness
8/1/2024
Ancel Glink’s Dan Bolin recently joined the Engaging Local Government Leaders’ GovLove podcast to discuss Grants Pass v. Johnson, a recent Supreme Court decision affecting how local governments may address homelessness. For Quorum Forum’s summer recess, we’re sharing a short clip from that episode and inviting our listeners to check out the rest of the conversation with ELGL’s Meredith Reynolds Lauren Palmer, Ben Kittelson on GovLove: https://elgl.org/podcast-grants-pass-v-johnson-and-a-utopian-california-city-govlove-island/
Questions? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!
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Credits
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Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Chair: Daniel J. Bolin
Engineers: Ricardo Perez
This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers
Duration:00:13:27