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General Information
Venue We return to the Peoria Civic Center using 100,000 square feet of exhibit hall space and another 20,000 SF of meeting space to accommodate the education program and a larger audience that is anticipated with the event partnership with IL Fire Chiefs Association. Conveniently located within walking distance of each of the downtown hotels or a short drive from East Peoria. Education The IFSC 2024 schedule presents 3 days of programming, 4 separate tracks, (Trustees, Leadership, EMS & Pension), 20 Timely Topics and roughly 20 participating speakers! Tradeshow The tradeshow is open to all registered attendees Monday, 12:00 pm to 4:00 p.m. and Tuesday, 11:30 am-2:00 pm. Name badges are required for entry onto the tradeshow floor. Registration Fees Registration includes a name badge that allows attendee admission to all educational sessions, tradeshow, and special events. Before August 23rd After August 23 Full Conference $200 $250 One Day $125 $150 Guest Registration $ 75 ETT Registration $50 Look for these 4 and 5 Alarm Sponsors at the 2024 IFSC Tradeshow September 16 - 17!
Guest, Spouse and Family Registration
IFSC Conference welcomes family and/or guests to walk the tradeshow and take part in the other social gatherings being offered Guests can register separately or added to the fire district’s registration but must be affiliated with a member of the fire department and not a commercial business. Watch for more details on scheduled activities and area information. Tru$tee Grant$
The IAFPD Foundation Scholarship program has a Trustee’s Grant Program that is available to assist trustee members of the Association who are interested in attending the Annual Conference but may have financial constraints hindering their ability to participate. The vision of the program is simple:
The Foundation’s Trustee Grant may award up to $500.00 per recipient for the 2024 Illinois Fire Service Conference (IFSC). Some restrictions apply and all applications will be considered. Interested members must submit Trustee Grant Application no later than August 1, 2024. 
Special Events
Fire Service Memorial (Click here for Program) Sunday, 9/15 at 6:00 pm This special dedication pays tribute to fallen firefighters and other members of the Illinois fire service who have passed away during the past year. To include a person on the necrology and program, please be sure to notify IAFPD or IFCA before August 15. Tired Travelers Welcome Reception Sunday, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Welcome to IFSC 2024! This is an opportunity to unwind after a long day and gather with attendees at the host hotel. Complimentary food and beverage are provided. Flag Raising Ceremony Monday at 7:30 am The tribute to our beautiful country presented by two local fire departments. The trucks and flag are on Fulton Street outside the facility (weather permitting) just before the opening session. A perfect group photo backdrop! Wheels O’Time Museum Tour & Reception Tuesday, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Conference attendees and guests are welcome and invited to hop on board a bus and take a 15 minute drive to the small town of Dunlap to visit the Wheels O’Time Museum where they showcase life in the twentieth century. This unique venue has multiple buildings and various themed exhibits to explore. The Fire House includes cars from the last 60 years including two local fire trucks and an 1855 man-powered pumper. Transportation, snacks and beverage provided. 
IFSC 2024
Featured Speakers Monday 9/17/24 Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and the author of the 2021 release, “Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be”. Both his leadership talk, and his book arebased on his 40+ years of leadership experience in combat, peacekeeping operations, disaster relief operations and in the board room. Oak highlights principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow, in any profession and at any level of leadership. 
Tuesday 9/18/24
Deputy Chief Frank Viscuso served more than 26 years at the Kearny, NJ Fire Department. He is a columnist for Fire Engineering and Fire Rescue magazines and the author of several books, including the best-sellers: Step Up and Lead, Step Up Your Teamwork, Common Valor, and Flash Point. 
“One Degree of Difference”
In this Keynote, Deputy Chief Frank Viscuso, ret. will discuss the four stages of personal growth and team development (Incipient, Growth, Fully Developed, and Decay) and explain how individuals or teams may be one degree away from reaching their full potential. This is an informational and inspiring keynote speech that will help attendees understand why some people succeed and others struggle to achieve their goals. |
Essential Trustee Training (ETT)
This is an IAFPD exclusive 12-hour training program highly recommended for all members of the Board of Trustees, but open to anyone with a desire to learn the roles and responsibilities of fire protection district administration. Trustees who complete the entire ETT Program under 70 ILCS 70/6 are entitled to additional compensation. This program curriculum is developed and presented by attorneys who specialize in local and municipal government. Pre-registration and an additional fee is required to attend. Part 1 Organization & Administration of the FPD Monday, 9/16/24 - 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Part 2 Finances, Procurement, Legal Liability Tuesday, 9/17/24 - 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Part 3 Personnel and Human Resources Wednesday, 9/18/24 - 8:00 am – 12:00 pm 
IFSC 2024 AT A GLANCE
CE Hours for Fire & Pension Trustees
Fire Protection District Trustees (A) Public Act 95-0799 requires trustees who have completed the Essential Trustee Training Program to fulfill a 3-hour annual continued education requirement. All sessions presented at the IFSC satisfy this legal training requirement. Pension Fund Trustees (P) The IAFPD Conference program offers 8 hours of qualified pension training credit to fulfill the in ethics and pension fund administration. Some of the educational programs at the IFSC meet both the fire and pension board CE requirements. 
Honor and Recognition Program
Tuesday 1:15 pm IAFPD appreciates the commitment of trustees who have served multiple terms with their district. Use the nomination form to get your YEARS OF SERVICE pin and certificate. 
Ignite Your Leadership Potential
Colonel McCulloch’s talk is based on his wealth of knowledge and lessons learned during his career as a leader. Oak highlights leadership principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. There is NO discussion of theory in this presentation. We will discuss what every leader can do every day to improve their leadership skills and abilities. We will examine what it takes to become the leader you were meant to be – a Servant Leader. 
Hotel Information
The Marriott Pere Marquette and Courtyard hotel properties have a group rate ($161) available until August 14. The blocks will open with registration in July and a link for making reservations will be posted on the posted on the IFCA and IAFPD websites. Cancellation fees may apply. Attendees should limit their booking to only those who have confirmed their travel plans. The hotel block may fill before August 14th. |
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