Legislative News

After years of dedicated effort, we are pleased to announce that the Hydrant Bill has officially been signed into law. We extend our sincere...

Our Legislative Advocacy page makes it easy to find out! At the bottom of the page, you’ll find links to interactive maps to help you identify...

As we gear up for fall session, we thought we’d talk about witness slips! A witness slip, in the context of Illinois state government, is a...

Pension legislation is yet another key issue closely monitored by Metro West. Invest in Communities has a helpful one-page resource that clearly...

Pending transit legislation remains a key issue that Metro West and our lobbyists are monitoring closely. To help municipalities inform and educate...

Our Legislative BBQ took place on June 25th at the Elburn Lions Club. Representative Barbara Hernandez and Leader Dan Ugaste graciously shared a...

Metro West mayors Dave Kaptain of Elgin, Kevin Burns of Geneva and Jeff Schielke of Batavia spoke on the steps of the Kane County Courthouse about...

It's once again time for our Legislative BBQ and Session Review! Join us on Wednesday, June 25th at the Elburn Lions Club. This year we welcome...

This year's Legislative BBQ and Session Review takes place on Wednesday, June 25th. We'll once again gather at the Lions Club in Elburn. Early Bird...

Leadership in Action!

Metro West took a delegation to Springfield March 5th and 6th to meet with leaders and the Governor to share concerns affecting local government....

Last week the Illinois Municipal League hosted their annual conference in Chicago. Executive Director Lesli Melendy and Member Services Manager...