Local Government Education Making a Difference

University of Illinois Extension’s Local Government Information and Education Network (LGIEN) provides quality educational opportunities to assist Illinois local government officials in policymaking, leadership and to address current issues and needs. Our programs are timely, convenient, interactive and cost effective and are delivered in person as well as through use of appropriate technology. Extension and LGIEN deliver programs with positive impact on local governance.

• 2010-2011 LGIEN Tele-Institute Series

  

  During the 2010-2011 Local Government Information and Education Networking Tele-Institute Series eight programs were offered.  Topics included:  Legislative Update; Regionalism:  An Approach to Economic Development; Orientation for Newly Elected Officials, two parts; and a four part series highlighting Census Data and the impact that changing demographics is having on local government.  Over 235 individuals from around the state of Illinois took part in the programs, with over 154 individuals currently serving as county officials throughout the state.  Also, attendees enrolled in the Certified County Officials (CCO) Program were eligible to receive 2 bronze level credit hours for each session. 

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• 2010- 2011 Certified County Officials Certification Program

  

  County officials today operate in a complex, ever-changing environment. Effective governance depends on constantly monitoring this environment and learning new ways to meet these challenges. Education is an important tool local officials have in making decisions about policy and delivery of constituent services.

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