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Back by listener request, we’re taking a brief recess to revisit one of our classic episodes on Statements of Economic Interests for local government officials and candidates. Ancel Glink’s Daniel J. Bolin and Keri-Lyn J. Krafthefer break down the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act reporting questions, clear up common misconceptions about disclosable assets and debts, and offer practical guidance for local officials and employees.

Candidates running in the 2027 consolidated elections must file an SOEI and submit their receipt alongside nomination papers during the candidate petition filing period. While incumbent officials may have filed an annual statement earlier this year in…
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This year marks 100 years since
the United States Supreme Court decided the landmark zoning case, Euclid v.
Ambler Realty. In this episode, we share a recorded presentation from Ancel
Glink’s David
Silverman, FAICP, and ZoneCo’s Sean Suder, as a sneak
preview of their upcoming live plenary session at the APA-IL State Conference
on September 30, 2026! How does zoning and the legacy of Euclid continue
to shape your community? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!

Episode Highlights

  • The
    Public Safety Roots of Zoning: Why early 20th-century industrial chaos,
    street accidents involving children, noise, and pollution prompted

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Continue Reading 109: The 100-Year Legacy of Euclid

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Summer of 2026 is upon us, and election season is kicking
off as spirited candidates, trusted election authorities, and municipalities
across Illinois seek to address a host of complex issues. Local election
officials and electoral boards have many responsibilities to make elections
happen, from processing nomination papers to convening quasi-adjudicative
hearings. Meanwhile, local governments must navigate the enforcement of
political sign regulations, electioneering laws, and the strict rules governing
the use of public funds in referenda.

To help listeners tackle these issues, Ancel Glink’s Erin Monforti and Katie Nagy revisit
classic insights from equity partner Keri-Lyn
Krafthefer and provide vital…
Continue Reading 108: Election Special!

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The American Planning Association Chicago Metro Section recently teamed up with Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum podcast for the 11th Annual “Bar Exam” Planning Law Session. Recorded live at Goodwin’s in Chicago, this realistic, simulated law school experience tests planners and land use professionals on the latest legal precedents in wind energy, annexation, and First Amendment protections. As is tradition, all participants passed the bar, and teams competed for the prestigious (and five-foot-tall) Ancel Glink Cup. In this episode, Ancel Glink’s Dan Bolin, Megan Mack, and Tyler Smith are joined by special guest Phil Green, a Local …
Continue Reading 107: 2026 APA-CMS Bar Exam

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The Illinois General Assembly recently concluded its spring
legislative session and Ancel Glink’s Greg Jones and
Tyler Smith join
us to talk about recent legislation local governments should know, including
updates on housing grants, e-bike and e-scooter regulations, hemp regulations,
and more! What new laws are your following? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!

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In This Episode

  • [00:00] Baseball Fever: Greg and Tyler
    discuss their favorite all-time and underrated players, including Lou
    Whitaker, Barry Bonds, and Anthony Rizzo.
  • [03:45] The “Build
    Plan” vs. The “REAL Act”:     We review Governor Pritzker’s Build
    Plan omnibus package, which sought to preempt local zoning

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In this episode, we return to the Southland Development Authority’s “TIF Talk” training series for a deep dive into the financial and practical implementation of economic development deals. Hosted by the Village of Hazel Crest, this session features Ancel Glink’s David Silverman, Michio Murakishi (Meech Group), and Terri Cox (Matanky Realty Group).

Building on the structural overview provided in Quorum Forum 97:  Anatomy of a Redevelopment Agreement, the panel explores how municipalities can use RDAs to bridge financial gaps and ensure projects are feasible for developers while protecting the public interest.
Highlights:

  • The Math of Incentives:

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Continue Reading 105: Anatomy of a Redevelopment Agreement (Part 2)

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In this episode, Ancel Glink’s Tyler Smith, Eugene Bolotnikov, and Katie Nagy take the stage at
the 2026 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New
Heights Conference. The team discusses the legal
complexities of managing potentially controversial activities in public spaces,
ranging from the rapid rise of e-bikes and e-scooters to the evolving landscape
of public camping regulations and the “noise” issues surrounding
pickleball courts. This episode features live audio from their conference
session, providing practical strategies for park districts and municipalities
to regulate these activities while balancing individual rights and public safety.

What controversial activities are impacting your parks?
Continue Reading 104: Not in my Park! Regulating Controversial Park Activities

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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”

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Continue Reading 103: Zoning, Preemption, and Housing: Navigating the BUILD Plan

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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:

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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

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Continue Reading 101: Navigating AI’s Impact on the Modern Workplace

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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

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Continue Reading 100: Lessons from a Local Government Law Career

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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…
Continue Reading 99: New Laws for the New Year

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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

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Continue Reading 98: E-Bikes and E-Scooters at the APA-IL State Conference

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…
Continue Reading 97: Anatomy of a Redevelopment Agreement

On the latest episode of Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum podcast, Dan Bolin and Alex Cambiazo put legal analysis to the test in “Artificial Intelligence v. Alex Intelligence!” Dan plays AI-generated summaries of recent, critical cases affecting local governments and employers, and Alex provides expert insights, corrections, and key takeaways from her own legal summaries. How is the shifting legal landscape affecting your organization? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!

Cases Discussed:• Undercover Officer Misconduct: Veronica Hinton v. The City of Chicago; Matthew O. Bryant; John Doe – Clarifying when an officer’s private actions fall “under color of state law” and the implications…
Continue Reading 96: Case Law Update

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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