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Center for Governmental Studies
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 60115

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815-753-6575

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ilgl@niu.edu

2026 - October 2026

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Table of Contents

Article Page
Director’s Column: ILGL The Illinois Municipal League in Transition, and Worthy of Your Support  3
General Counsel’s Column: Public Safety Benefits and Pension Potpourri 3
Something to Think About: Know Your Community, and Other Tips for Local Government Lawyers 5
Last Call? Spinning Slots and the Limits of Non-Home Rule Video Gaming Control 7
In the Courts: 7th Circuit Holds Municipal Lease Decisions Not Subject to “Class Of One: Equal Protection Review" 10
Data Centers: Recent Developments 12
Welcome New ILGL Members 17
Registration Now Open – Fall Seminar 17
Fall Seminar Program 18
Fall Seminar Registration Form 19
Writing Contest for Members 20
Writing Contest for Students 21
Nuts N Bolts Workshop Summary, September 10, 2026 22
Nuts N Bolts Workshop Summary, October 15, 2026 22
Municipal Prosecutors Group Special Interest Group Meeting, October 21, 2026 24
  • Illinois Local Government Lawyers Association
    Alli Aiston, Executive Director, Center for Governmental Studies
    Lowden Hall 203
    Northern Illinois University
    DeKalb, IL 60115
  • Phone: 815-753-5333 | Email: ilgl@niu.edu