The Central Illinois Municipal Clerks Organization (CIMCO) is excited to announce its 2025 “Back to Basics” Seminar, which will be held on June 12-13, 2025, at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Peoria, Illinois. This two-day event is designed to provide opportunities to refresh your knowledge, learn new skills, and connect with fellow Clerks from across the state.

Whether you’re a newly elected or appointed clerk or a veteran seeking to stay updated on the latest practices and regulations, the Back to Basics Seminar will offer a range of sessions tailored to the unique challenges clerks face. Attendees will gain valuable insights from experienced municipal clerks and expert speakers.

Networking will be a key aspect of the event, as clerks from various municipalities will have the opportunity to share their experiences, discuss challenges, and build lasting professional relationships. The 2025 Back to Basics Seminar is a perfect chance to reconnect with your peers or meet other professionals who understand the demands of the role.

Register Now and mark your calendars to join us for two days of learning, collaboration, and growth.

Be sure to share this event with newly elected and appointed clerks next spring, as it promises to provide essential training for clerks at all stages of their careers.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!

Topics Include:

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Open Meetings Act (OMA)
Statutory Duties
Municipal Calendar
Deadlines & Filings
Meetings, Notices, & Agendas
Ordinances & Resolutions
Minutes – Open & Closed
Local Records Act
Archiving & Releasing
Parliamentary Procedure
Health & Wellness

If you are a member of CIMCO, you can apply for a scholarship to this seminar on the Scholarships page.

Registration Deadline: June 6, 2025

($25 cancellation fee applies after the deadline)

Seminar Fee: $75 per person

(Includes Friday breakfast, lunch, and all materials)

Mail Checks & Registration Forms to:

Darcy Sandefur, City Clerk
City of Urbana
400 S. Vine Street
Urbana, IL 61801

Make checks payable to: CIMCO

Thursday, June 12, 2025
1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Friday, June 13, 2025
8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Call the Holiday Inn & Suites at 309-683-3399

Room Reservations Code: CMC

$164 single or double (plus tax)

Rate available until May 23rd