Palatine EMA Volunteer Honored

At the recent Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Conference in Springfield, Professional Development Series (PDS) and Illinois Professional Emergency Manger (IPEM) recipients were honored at their Annual Awards Reception on September 6, 2011. One of those persons receiving their PDS was Palatine EMA volunteer Mike Ilczyszyn, pictured here with Palatine EMA Coordinator Tom Smith. Many of Palatine's EMA volunteers have earned their PDS and/or IPEM certifications. To learn more about PDS and IPEM requirements, visit http://www.state.il.us/iema/training/training.asp