2020 Winter Conference
February 21-22, 2020
O'Fallon

Join  trustees from more than 40 downstate fire protection districts in O'Fallon for the two day regional Winter Conference, featuring 8 hours of continuing education for trustees and 3 hours for pension board trustees. The networking reception invites you to "talk shop" with leaders from other districts. The vendor displays give you time to learn about new products and services within the industry. 
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​WHO SHOULD ATTEND: 
​Both new and experienced fire protection district officials, including trustees, fire chiefs, and attorneys will benefit from these programs.

​PROGRAM: “It’s Always Been Tough—But Really?!” This trustee training will focus on Handling Things in Today’s Emergency Services Environment, with the latest in governance and administration of fire protection districts and fire departments.  The speakers will cover the ever-increasing responsibilities of districts today and the new laws enacted by the General Assembly. The program will also devote time to learn about Firefighter Resiliency and Mental Health
​Register online now!


SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
All Winter Conference sponsors have the opportunity to display products and services during the trades show. This conference brings ample time to visit with district leaders. Find information and register to sponsor HERE

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Annual Administration Training Sessions 
 Continuing Trustee Education (CTE)
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Click the session location and date for more information and online registration.
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Fulton FPD February 1, 2020
IFSI Champaign, IL March 7, 2020
Cherry Valley FPD March 28, 2020
​Each program also provided statewide updates from our partners at IFSI & OSFM. 

 CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENT (CE)
Trustees who have completed the 3-Part Essential Trustee Training (ETT) in compliance with PA 95-0799 in 2019 or before have until the end of 2020 to meet the yearly three hour continuing education requirement.  Attendance at a Continued Trustee Education  has been approved by the Office of the State Fire Marshal and will meet the continuing education requirement for 2020.

These regional sessions provide an excellent opportunity to support IAFPD's educational programs and meet with customers and prospective customers closest to you. CLICK HERE to learn more.

CTE Sessions in pictures

CTE Sessions are held at fire protection district facilities in different areas of the state. If your district is interested in hosting an CTE session, and can comfortably accommodate at least 75 attendees, let us know!