Quorum Forum

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99: New Year, New Laws Dec 04, 2025

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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 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

98: E-Bikes and E-Scooters at the APA-IL State Conference Nov 06, 2025

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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 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.

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. Smith
Guest: Eugene Bolotnikov
Producer: Daniel J. Bolin
Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf
Engineers: 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.

97: Anatomy of a Redevelopment Agreement Oct 02, 2025

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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

96: Case Law Update Sep 04, 2025

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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

Recess: Tips for Newly Elected Officials Aug 07, 2025

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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

95: Legislative Update Jul 03, 2025

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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

94: Recent Supreme Court Decisions Impacting Community Development Jun 05, 2025

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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

93: 2025 APA-CMS Bar Exam May 01, 2025

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The American Planning Association Chicago Metro Section recently teamed up with Ancel Glink's Quorum Forum podcast for the 10th 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

92: Not In My Park! Regulating Controversial Park Activities Apr 03, 2025

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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

91: New Developments in Planning Caselaw Mar 06, 2025

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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: 10th 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