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UID:7463-1380045600-1380045600@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Free FOIA clinic
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a one-on-one 15-minute session with an attorney at no charge! \nMeet with a FOIA expert for free legal advice on how to get your request answered. (Appointment necessary). \nCo-hosted with Kirkland & Ellis LLP and the Center for Public Interest Law at DePaul University. A scheduled appointment is necessary. \nContact Stephanie Simon at ssimon@bettergov.org or 312-821-9042 for an appointment. Additional information is required before an appointment can be scheduled.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/free-foia-clinic/
LOCATION:DePaul University College of Law\, 25 E. Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, 60604
CATEGORIES:FOIA Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130901T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210029Z
UID:7464-1378060200-1378060200@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:TIFs In An Era Of School Budget Cuts
DESCRIPTION:The Better Government Association and Catalyst Chicago host a panel to discuss TIFs and school budget cuts. Moderated by Linda Lenz of Catalyst Chicago\, speakers include Ben Joravsky of the Chicago Reader\, Chris Brown from LISC Chicago\, Bill Vaselopulos from Cook County Clerk’s Office and Emily Miller of the Better Government Association. This program was recorded and streamed by Chicago Access Network Television (CAN TV). \n\n\n  \n \nIf you have any questions please call the BGA office at (312) 427-8330.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/tifs-in-an-era-of-school-budget-cuts/
LOCATION:Roosevelt University\, 430 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20130722T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20130722T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210029Z
UID:7462-1374517800-1374517800@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:2013 Young Professionals Board Summer Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/2013-young-professionals-board-summer-event/
LOCATION:UP Comedy Club\, 230 West North Avenue\, Chicago\, 60614
CATEGORIES:& Awards,Fundraisers,Special Events
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CREATED:20220930T211415Z
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UID:7490-1363111200-1363111200@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Free Freedom of Information Act Clinic: DePaul Law School
DESCRIPTION: \n\n  \nSign up for a one-on-one 15-minute session with an attorney at no charge! Meet with a FOIA expert for free legal advice on how to get your request answered. (Appointment necessary). \nCo-hosted with Kirkland & Ellis LLP and the Center for Public Interest Law at DePaul University. A scheduled appointment is necessary. Contact Stephanie Simon at ssimon@bettergov.org or 312-821-9042 for an appointment. Additional information is required before an appointment can be scheduled. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/free-freedom-of-information-act-clinic-depaul-law-school/
LOCATION:DePaul University College of Law\, 25 E. Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, 60604
CATEGORIES:FOIA Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20121114T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T211415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T211415Z
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SUMMARY:Idea Forum: Charter Schools\, Neighborhood Schools & Public Education in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegistration Closed. Click here to watch the video.\n  \nJoin the Better Government Association and Catalyst Chicago for a discussion about how charter schools have and will impact the landscape of public education in Chicago.  \n  \nModerated by Linda Lenz\, publisher\, Catalyst Chicago.Panelists include (additional panelists to be announced):Andrew Broy\, President\, Illinois Network of Charter SchoolsCharles Payne\, University of Chicago\, SSA  \nJackson Potter\, CTU\, Local 1 \n  \nDoors open at 6 p.m.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/idea-forum-charter-schools-neighborhood-schools-public-education-in-chicago/
LOCATION:Illinois Institute of Technology\, Exposition Center\, Hermann Hall\, 3241 South Federal St.\, Chicago\, 60647
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210229Z
UID:7466-1350496800-1350496800@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Free FOIA Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted with Kirkland & Ellis LLP and the Center for Open Government at Chicago-Kent. \nQuestions about the Freedom of Information Act? Are you looking for help with a denied request? Need help formulating your FOIA request and asking for the right documents? \nSign up for a one-on-one 15-minute session with an attorney at no charge! Meet with a FOIA expert for free legal advice on how to get your request answered. \nA scheduled appointment is necessary. Contact Stephanie Simon at ssimon@bettergov.org or 312.821.9042 for an appointment. Additional information is required before an appointment can be scheduled. \nThis FOIA Clinic will be held in downtown Chicago at: \nCenter for Open Government\nChicago-Kent College of Law\n565 W Adams St\, Ste 600\nChicago\, IL 60661
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/free-foia-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Center for Open Government\, 565 W Adams St\, Chicago\, 60661
CATEGORIES:FOIA Clinics
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DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205829Z
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SUMMARY:2012 BGA Annual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Lara Logan introduced by Sun-Times Chairman Michael Ferro. \n \nCivic Achievement Award: Judge James Zagel Introduction by Chairman of Kroll Advisory Solutions and former NYC & LA police chief\, William Bratton. \n  \n  \n \nLifetime Achievement Award: Jimmie R. Alford Introduced by civic and philanthropic leaders Renee Crown and Ron Gidwitz. \n  \n  \n \n \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/2012-bga-annual-luncheon/
LOCATION:Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers\, 301 East North Water Street\, Chicago\, 60611
CATEGORIES:& Awards,Fundraisers,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20120911T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210429Z
UID:7475-1347384600-1347384600@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Improving Judicial Selection:  Are We Ready for Reform?
DESCRIPTION:The Better Government Association and the Union League Club of Chicago hosted a panel discussion featuring experts on judicial reform. \nPanelists include: \nCook County Circuit Judge and former State Representative Anthony Young \nRetired Appellate Court Justice Gino L. DiVito Brian Gladstein\, Executive Director\, Illinois Campaign for Political Reform John Thies\, President\, Illinois State Bar Association \nModerated by Andy Shaw\, President and CEO\, BGA
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/improving-judicial-selection-are-we-ready-for-reform/
LOCATION:Union League Club\, 65 West Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, 60606
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120731T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T211415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T211415Z
UID:7486-1343757600-1343757600@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Corruption Isn't Funny...But Sometimes You Have to Laugh to Keep from Crying!
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT. \n >> YOU CAN STILL SUPPORT THE WORK OF THE BGA BY MAKING A DONATION  \nWHAT: The Onion LIVE \nWHERE: Paris Club 59 West Hubbard Street \nWHEN: Tuesday\, July 31 6:00pm-9:00pm \nWHO: Emceed by WGN TV’s Larry Potash and Robin Baumgarten\, featuring special performances by IL Lt. Governor Sheila Simon and The Onion Players  \nWHY: This event is a FUN-raiser\, hosted by the BGA Young Professionals Board \n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/corruption-isnt-funny-but-sometimes-you-have-to-laugh-to-keep-from-crying/
LOCATION:Paris Club\, 59 W Hubbard St\, Chicago\, 60654
CATEGORIES:& Awards,Fundraisers,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120724T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20120724T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210429Z
UID:7473-1343151000-1343151000@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Freedom of Information Act Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Questions about the Freedom of Information Act? Are you looking for help with a denied request? Need help formulating your FOIA request and asking for the right documents? \nSign up for a one-on-one 15 minutes session with an attorney at no charge! Meet with a FOIA expert for free legal advice on how to get your request answered. \nA scheduled appointment is necessary. Contact Barb Macholz at bmacholz@bettergov.org or 312.821.9025 for an appointment. Additional information is required before an appointment can be scheduled. \nThis FOIA Clinic will be held in downtown Chicago at: \nCenter for Open Government\nChicago-Kent College of Law\n565 W Adams St\, Ste 600\nChicago\, IL 60661\n \n\n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/freedom-of-information-act-clinic/
LOCATION:Center for Open Government\, 565 W Adams St\, Chicago\, 60661
CATEGORIES:FOIA Clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20120507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210229Z
UID:7470-1336417200-1336417200@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Pension Crisis - What's next for Chicago & Cook County?
DESCRIPTION:It’s not just state pensions that are in trouble. The Cook County and Chicago public pension systems are also in crisis. In an effort to explore and discuss possible solutions\, the BGA is hosting its second forum on the public pension crisis\, this time with the focus on Chicago and Cook County. \nModerator:\nRobert Reed\, BGA Director of Programming & Investigations \nPanelists: \n\n\nBridget Gainer\, 10th District Cook County Commissioner \n\n\nLaurence Msall\, President\, The Civic Federation  \n\n\nHank Scheff\, Director of Employee Benefits\, AFSCME Council 31  \n\n\nRalph Martire\, Executive Director\, Center for Tax and Budget Accountability  \n\n\n*Special thanks to Roosevelt University for their support of this event. \nTo RSVP register online here or contact Joe Malinowski at the BGA: jmalinowski@bettergov.org or 312-821-9028. (Note: If the event reaches capacity\, email Joe to be placed on the wait list.) \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/pension-crisis-whats-next-for-chicago-cook-county/
LOCATION:Roosevelt University\, Congress Lounge\, 430 S Michigan Ave\, 2nd Floor\, Chicago\, 60605
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20120409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210229Z
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UID:7468-1333998000-1333998000@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Fixing Illinois' Public Pensions
DESCRIPTION:A Panel Discussion \nCo-hosted by the Better Government Association & the School of Communication\, Loyola University Chicago. \n\n\n\nModerator: Charles Thomas\, ABC 7 Reporter\nPanelists:  \n\n\n Hon. Elaine Nekritz\, IL Representative\, 57th District \n\n\nHon. Darlene Senger\, IL Representative\, 96th District \n\n\nHenry Bayer\, Executive Director\, AFSCME Council 31 \n\n\nTy Fahner\, President of Civic Committee of The Commercial Club \n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/fixing-illinois-public-pensions/
LOCATION:Regents Hall\, Lewis Towers\, 16th Fl\, 111 E Pearson St (Pearson and Rush)\, Chicago\, 60611
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20120215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205814Z
UID:7453-1329332400-1329332400@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Panel: Illinois Townships - Relevant or Redundant?
DESCRIPTION:A Panel Discussion  \nHosted by the Better Government Association   \nModerator: NBC 5 Reporter Phil Rogers\nPanelists: \n\n\nHon. Larry Suffredin\, 13th District Cook County Board District Commissioner\n\n\nEmily Miller\, BGA Policy & Government Affairs Coordinator \n\n\nBob Porter\, Township Officials of Cook County Administrative Coordinator \n\n\nSam Yingling\, Avon Township Supervisor  \n \n\n\nThe event begins at 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30) \nTo RSVP register online here or contact Joe Malinowski at the BGA: jmalinowski@bettergov.org or 312-821-9028. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/panel-illinois-townships-relevant-or-redundant/
LOCATION:Unitarian Church of Evanston\, 1330 Ridge Ave\, Evanston\, 60201
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20120111T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20120111T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205630Z
UID:7444-1326303000-1326303000@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:FOIA Clinic: Downtown
DESCRIPTION:Free FOIA Clinic\nQuestions about the Freedom of Information Act? Has your request been denied or ignored?  \nSign up for a one-on-one session with an attorney at no charge.\nA scheduled appointment is necessary.\nPlease contact Barb Macholz: bmacholz@bettergov.org | 312-821-9025
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/foia-clinic-downtown/
LOCATION:Center for Open Government\, Chicago-Kent College of Law\, Law Offices\, 565 W Adams St\, Ste 600\, Chicago\, 60661
CATEGORIES:FOIA Clinics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20111115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20111115T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205615Z
UID:7439-1321381800-1321381800@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Panel: High Costs of Wrongful Convictions
DESCRIPTION:Moderated by Andy Shaw \nPresident & CEO\, Better Government Association  \n \nFeaturing Andrea L. Zopp \nPresident & CEO\, Chicago Urban League  \n  \nPanelists include: \nThe Honorable Kwame Raoul\, Illinois State Senator (D-13)\nThe Honorable Tommy Brewer\, 7th Judicial Subcircuit\, Chicago\nThe Center on Wrongful Convictions\nClick here to read the joint investigation by the Better Government Association and the Center on Wrongful Convictions. \nTo RSVP\, go to www.wrongfulconvictions.eventbrite.com or email Joe Malinowski at jmalinowski@bettergov.org.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/panel-high-costs-of-wrongful-convictions/
LOCATION:Chicago Urban League\, 4510 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, 60653
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20111003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20111003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205800Z
UID:7446-1317639600-1317639600@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing on the High Costs of Wrongful Convictions
DESCRIPTION:The hearing will stress the urgent need to reform the criminal justice system to prevent wrongful convictions. This hearing is the result of a BGA investigation with the Center on Wrongful Convictions that uncovered the high cost of wrongful convictions to taxpayers and the heavy human toll on those affected by wrongful convictions.  \nEighty-five cases of wrongful conviction have cost Illinois taxpayers $214 million since 1976\, the bulk of the expenses occurring in the last 20 years. In addition\, innocent men and women served a total of 926 years for crimes they did not commit. \nWe will be presenting testimony regarding the nature of our investigation\, our findings and our suggestions for reform.  Several wrongfully convicted witnesses will testify to their experiences. Community members will also have a chance to voice their concerns\, as will other advocates working on the issue. \nWe hope you’re able to attend the hearing– we feel it is vital to address this issue.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/public-hearing-on-the-high-costs-of-wrongful-convictions/
LOCATION:Michael A. Bilandic Building\, Room C-600\, 160 N LaSalle St\, Chicago\, 60601
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20111002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20111002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205630Z
UID:7445-1317556800-1317556800@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:2011 BGA Annual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:>> TICKET SALES CLOSED
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/2011-bga-annual-luncheon/
LOCATION:Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers\, 301 East North Water Street\, Chicago\, 60611
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20110927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20110927T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205800Z
UID:7447-1317146400-1317146400@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Free FOIA Clinic (Downtown)
DESCRIPTION:Free FOIA Clinic\nSign up for a one-on-one sessions with an attorney at no charge.\nA scheduled appointment is necessary.\nPlease contact Barb Macholz: bmacholz@bettergov.org | 312-821-9025
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/free-foia-clinic-downtown/
LOCATION:Center for Open Government\, Chicago-Kent College of Law\, 565 W Adams St\, Suite 600\, Chicago\, 60661
CATEGORIES:FOIA Clinics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20110922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20110922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T205800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T205800Z
UID:7448-1316692800-1316692800@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Brownbag Lunch: A Review of the Lobbyist Registration Act
DESCRIPTION:Panelists:  \nDavid Weisbaum  \nChief Deputy Director\, Index Department  \nIllinois Secretary of State \n  \n  \nPaul Thompson \nLegal Counsel\, Office of the Inspector General \nIllinois Secretary of State \n  \nRSVP to Emily Miller at emiller@bettergov.org
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/brownbag-lunch-a-review-of-the-lobbyist-registration-act/
LOCATION:DePaul University College of Law\, Lewis Building 25 E. Jackson Blvd. Rm. 904\, Chicago\, 60605
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20110728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20110728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T210829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210829Z
UID:7485-1311876000-1311876000@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Special Event: Dan Sprehe Memorial Benefit
DESCRIPTION:BGA Investigators and Media Partners Open Their Notebooks: An Evening of the Wildest Stories.\nJoin the Young Professionals Board of the Better Government Association in celebrating the life and career of Dan Sprehe with an evening of spirited discussion about the inside workings of investigative journalism. \nFeatured guests: \n\nChris Fusco (Chicago Sun-Times)\nDane Placko (FOX News)\nPam Zekman (CBS 2 Chicago)\nModerated by David Hoffman (Sidley Austin LLP)\n\nProceeds from this benefit will support the establishment of the Dan Sprehe Memorial Chair within the BGA’s Investigative Unit to honor the distinguished\, albeit short\, career of Dan Sprehe. Dan passed away last September from complications related to diabetes. He was 32 years old. \nTickets are $40 per individual. Each ticket includes one Billy Goat hamburger\, french fries\, and your first drink. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/special-event-dan-sprehe-memorial-benefit/
LOCATION:Original Billy Goat Tavern\, 430 N Michigan Ave at Lower Level\, Chicago\, 60611
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T212906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212906Z
UID:7548-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:2019 Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Awards for Investigative Reporting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/2019-richard-h-driehaus-foundation-awards-for-investigative-reporting/
LOCATION:City Winery\, 1200 W Randolph St\, Chicago\, 60607
CATEGORIES:& Awards,Fundraisers,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T212906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212906Z
UID:7549-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:BGA-SJR Whiteboard: Gender Equity\, Tech & Transportation
DESCRIPTION:9:10-10:00 a.m. | What’s a Traffic Jam?: The Future of Transportation in IllinoisPanel with IDOT Secretary Randy Blankenhorn\, Lindsay Hollander of Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning\, and Imad Al-Qadi\, Director of the Illinois Center on Transportation and UofI’s Smart Transportation Infrastructure Initiative.   \n10:10-11:00 a.m. | Trash Your File Cabinets: The Future of Information in Illinois\nA conversation with Representative Jaime M. Andrade\, Jr.\, 40th\, Chair of House Cybersecurity\, Data Analytics\, & IT committee and Matt Topic\, government transparency and media lawyer at Loevy & Loevy. \n11:10-Noon | Diversity Is The Norm: The Future of Gender Equity in Illinois\nPanel with State Senator Melinda Bush (D)\, 31st\, co-chair of the Senate Sexual Discrimination and Harassment Awareness and Prevention Task Force and co-founder of the Anti-Harassment\, Equality\, and Access Panel\, Sen. Jil Tracy (R)\, 47th\, co-chair of Senate Sexual Discrimination and Harassment Awareness and Prevention Task Force\,  State Rep. Carol Ammons (D); 103rd\, co-founder of the Anti-Harassment\, Equality\, and Access Panel\, and  Senator Don Harmon (D)\, 39th\, Senate President Pro Tempore. 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/bga-sjr-whiteboard-gender-equity-tech-transportation/
LOCATION:Wyndham Hotel\, 700 E Adams St\, Springfield\, 62701
CATEGORIES:& Awards,Fundraisers,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T212657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212657Z
UID:7533-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Impact Of The Impasse: The Ripple Effect On Our Community And Economy
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, June 20th\, the BGA’s Springfield Advisory Board and the Citizens Club of Springfield hosted a panel discussion at the Sangamo Club in Springfield. Expert panelists\, providing firsthand accounts of the impact of the impasse\, say the blame for Illinois’ fiscal problems can be shared by many\, but the solution rests on the shoulders of everyone. The panelists spoke on the necessity of our leaders seeing the pain inflicted upon everyday people.  \nSome of the real impacts of the impasse include: \n\nHigh school graduates looking at colleges in other states because of lack of Illinois education funding.\nQualified healthcare professionals are looking for jobs outside Illinois.\nWomen and children relying on shelters are in danger of being forced onto the streets. \n\nThe panelists stressed these tangible consequences are only the beginning of Illinois’ problems if action is not taken by either lawmakers or the public. \nThe event aligned with the BGA Springfield Advisory Board’s second anniversary and sets the stage for the next Springfield event on September 27. \nThe event was broadcast live on WMAY 970-AM and 95.7-FM. \n\n \nSpecial thank you to the Robert R. McCormick Foundation for its generous support of BGA civic engagement events. \n\nBGA Springfield Advisory Board\nMarilyn Kushak\, ChairCindy Davis\, Vice ChairEmily BeckerDan CadiganDr. Kevin DorseyJames ForstallHon. Karen HasaraMike LawrenceKip LevertonVictoria Ringer \nBGA Team\nAndy Shaw\, President & CEOBob Reed\, Director of ProgrammingMary Frances O’Connor\, DevelopmentBethany Jaeger\, downstate consultant \n\nCitizens Club Of Springfield\nBoard of Governors\nJohn AllenHon. Tom AppletonRich BowenGordon BrownJosh CollinsTheresa CummingsGeoff DavisJames ForstallMichelle HigginbothamRon LadleyMike LawrenceLee MilnerArthur NealKent RedfieldJim RothElizabeth SimpsonJohn StremsterferBruce StromJoe UshmanKenley Wade \nOfficers\nBob Gray\, PresidentWillis Logan\, Vice PresidentJim Donelan\, SecretaryCarroll Sutton\, Treasurer
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/impact-of-the-impasse-the-ripple-effect-on-our-community-and-economy/
LOCATION:The Sangamo Club\, Springfield\, 227 E. Adams Street\, Springfield
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T212456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212837Z
UID:7529-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:BGA Idea Forum | Laquan's Legacy: Police Reform in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:One year after the release of the explosive Laquan McDonald video\, the BGA hosts an important discussion about the state of police reform in Chicago. What progress has been made? What problems remain? \nPanelists\nFrank ChapmanField Organizer and Educational Director\, Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression \n  \nJamie KalvenJournalist\, Founder of the Invisible Institute \n  \n  \nAnne KirkpatrickChief of the Bureau of Organizational Development\, Chicago Police Department \n  \nLori LightfootPresident\, Chicago Police BoardPartner\, Mayer Brown LLP \n  \nRebecca RainesCriminal Justice Chair\, NAACP Chicago Westside Branch \n  \nModerator:\nAndy ShawPresident & CEO\, Better Government Association \n\nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/bga-idea-forum-laquans-legacy-police-reform-in-chicago/
LOCATION:Columbia College: The Conaway Center\, 1104 S. Wabash Ave.\, Chicago\, 60608
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
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CREATED:20220930T212255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212255Z
UID:7524-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:BGA Idea Forum: Tracking TIFs
DESCRIPTION:The Better Government Association explored the controversial economic development program of tax increment financing\, known as TIFs\, during a BGA Idea Forum held April 14 at the University of Illinois at Chicago. \nThe event was entitled “Tracking TIFs” and it showcased a discussion on TIFs’ impact on redeveloping communities\, property taxes and Chicago public schools. It also addressed if tax revenue generated by TIFs is being used for legitimate public works projects or as payback for political favors. \n A panel of five experts spoke before an audience of nearly 50 people to share their diverse perspectives.  On the panel: Greg Hinz\, columnist at Crain’s Chicago; Pavlyn Jankov\, research facilitator with the Chicago Teachers Union; Alexandra Holt\, budget director for the City of Chicago; Abe Scarr\, director at Illinois PIRG and Carlos Ramirez-Rosa\, alderman of the 35th Ward. \nThe discussion\, which was also streamed live online on CAN-TV\, was moderated by Alden Loury\, BGA senior policy analyst. \n The panelists opened the session with their overarching views of TIFs and then addressed a series of specific questions posed by the moderator.  The remaining portion of the forum was open to audience questions\, including those raised on Twitter and Facebook. \n\n\nPhotos from the event\n \n\nSpecial thanks to the Robert R. McCormick Foundation for its generous support of BGA civic engagement events. \n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/bga-idea-forum-tracking-tifs/
LOCATION:University of Illinois at Chicago\, 750 S Halsted St\, Chicago\, 60607
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T072436
DTSTAMP:20260407T072436
CREATED:20220930T212054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212054Z
UID:7518-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:A BGA Candid Conversation With Toni Preckwinkle
DESCRIPTION:In an exclusive interview with Better Government Association President & CEO Andy Shaw\, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle defended her move to increase the county’s sales tax and her proposed increases in taxes on hotel and motel stays and the purchases of firearms and ammunition. \nDuring the interview held at the downtown Union League Club of Chicago on Nov. 12\, the latest installment of the BGA’s Candid Conversations series\,  Preckwinkle attributed the county’s financial troubles to the “inattention and irresponsibility” of her predecessors and highlighted moves she’s made to close budget deficits\, reduce spending and trim the county’s workforce. \nPreckwinkle gave candid responses to Shaw’s questions on a wide range of topics\, including her efforts to reform the criminal justice and health systems\, reduce the county’s jail population\, fix the underfunded public pension systems\, spark economic development\, and work with other powerful elected officials including Cook County Assessor Joe Berrios\, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner. 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/a-bga-candid-conversation-with-toni-preckwinkle/
LOCATION:Illinois
CATEGORIES:Candid Conversations
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CREATED:20220930T212054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T212054Z
UID:7520-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:BGA Idea Forum: Who Should Draw Illinois' Political Map?
DESCRIPTION:Examining the Case for Redistricting Reform\n \n The principals in an ongoing battle about how Illinois should draw its political boundaries squared off in a lively 90-minute panel discussion hosted by the Better Government Association on Dec. 3rd at DePaul University’s downtown Chicago campus. \n	The BGA idea forum\, titled “Who Should Draw Illinois’ Political Map? Examining the Case for Redistricting Reform\,” provided assessments of the state’s current redistricting process\, where state lawmakers themselves draw legislative district boundaries\, and a proposed constitutional amendment\, offered by the group Independent Maps\, that would turn that function over to an independent commission. \n	Cindi Canary\, executive director of Independent Maps\, and Lori Lightfoot\, a partner with the law firm Mayer Brown\, which represents Independent Maps\, argued that there’s an inherent conflict of interest to have politicians draw the boundaries for their own districts. They said an independent commission would draw boundaries that better reflect actual communities rather than to protect incumbents or partisan interests. \n	Mike Kasper\, general counsel and treasurer for the Democratic Party of Illinois\, argued to maintain the status quo. He said lawmakers are accountable to the voters\, but an independent commission is accountable to no one. John T. Hooker\, chairman of People’s Map\, a group opposing Independent Maps\, argued that an independent commission could have unintended consequences of diminishing the representation of racial minority groups. \n	At times\, the idea forum featured passionate outbursts and animated dialogue for which the redistricting reform issue has become known. \n\nPanelists \nCynthia Canary\n	Senior Adviser\, Committee for Economic Development\n	Executive Director\, Independent Maps \nJohn T. Hooker\n	Chairman\, People's Map \n	Michael Kasper\n	General Counsel and Treasurer\, Democratic Party of Illinois \n	Lori Lightfoot\n	Partner\, Mayer Brown \n	Moderator \nAlden Loury\, Senior Policy Analyst\, BGA\n	 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/bga-idea-forum-who-should-draw-illinois-political-map/
LOCATION:DePaul University Loop Campus\, 1 E. Jackson Blvd. 8th floor\, Chicago\, 60604
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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CREATED:20220930T211853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T211853Z
UID:7511-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Term Limits For Illinois: Would They Work?
DESCRIPTION:Online registration for this event has closed. \n“Term Limits for Illinois” will bring together political and policy experts to examine key questions surrounding term limits: How they’ve worked in other places; whether they’re a good idea for Illinois and local communities; and what it would take to make them a reality in Illinois. Representatives of both Gov. Pat Quinn and Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Rauner are scheduled to appear to discuss term limits.
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/term-limits-for-illinois-would-they-work/
LOCATION:Union League Club of Chicago\, 65 W. Jackson Blvd.\, Chicago\, 60604
CATEGORIES:& Awards,Fundraisers,Special Events
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CREATED:20220930T211622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T211622Z
UID:7500-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:New Lawmakers Vs. Old Problems: How freshman legislators will tackle Illinois' long-running troubles
DESCRIPTION:The BGA heads back to Springfield for an Idea Forum panel discussion. Hosted by the BGA's Springfield Advisory Board\, the event will highlight the fresh perspectives of recently elected or appointed legislators in the Springfield and Central Illinois area. \n \n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/new-lawmakers-vs-old-problems-how-freshman-legislators-will-tackle-illinois-long-running-troubles/
LOCATION:Sangamo Club\, 227 E Adams Street\, Springfield\, 62701
CATEGORIES:Idea Forums
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CREATED:20220930T210229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T210229Z
UID:7469-0-0@illinoisanswers.org
SUMMARY:Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Awards for Investigative Reporting
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are SOLD OUT. Thank you for supporting the BGA and the Richard H. Driehas Foundation Awards for Investigative Reporting.  \n 
URL:https://illinoisanswers.org/event/richard-h-driehaus-foundation-awards-for-investigative-reporting/
LOCATION:Chicago Cultural Center\, GAR Hall\, 2nd Floor\, 78 E Washington St\, Chicago\, 60602
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