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Elmhurst Park District commissioner trains at statewide seminar

Claire Kubiesa, commissioner of the Elmhurst Park District, recently attended the Illinois Association of Park Districts' 2019 Boot Camp in Deerfield.

The association offers the seminar to elected officials and professionals throughout the state in the field of parks, recreation and conservation.

Topics included understanding board member roles, making a difference through legislative advocacy, fundamentals and best practices of park district finances, the Open Meetings Act and ethical requirements for elected officials.

"This educational program provides tremendous benefits to board members and staff. They gain a greater appreciation of the critical role park commissioners play in good governance, compliance with state law and enhancing the quality of life for those in their communities. As locally elected, non-compensated community leaders, their service is truly a labor of love," said Peter Murphy, IAPD president/CEO.

Kubiesa was elected to the Elmhurst Park District board in April of this year.

Established in 1928, the Illinois Association of Park Districts is a nonprofit service, research and educational organization representing more than 300 park districts, forest preserves, conservation, recreation and special recreation agencies throughout Illinois.

Its mission is to advance these agencies in their ability to preserve natural resources and improve the quality of life for all people in Illinois.

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