7/1/2011
Citizen involvement is essential to good government. In order to govern
properly and effectively, our elected officials desperately need input
from citizens and taxpayers to bring balance to the policy decisions
they make every day. Learn how to make a bigger impact with your local legislators.
The Illinois Policy Institute hosted an Adopt-A-District Training session in East Peoria, IL on July 21st.
Date: Thursday, July 21st
Time: 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Location:
Room 226-A
Illinois Central College
One College Drive
East Peoria, IL 61635
Cost: This is a free event and food & drinks will be provided.
Training Agenda
- Legislator Vote Card: Does Your Legislator Support Free Markets?
- The Political Vise: A Strategy for Legislative Success
- Understanding the Legislature and How A Bill Becomes Law
- How to Successfully Interact with Legislators and Their Staff
- Top Ten Tips to A Successful Capitol/Legislator Visit
- Letter's to The Editor: Persuading the Public through Letter Writing
- Stepping Up: Preparing for the Next Generation of Leaders in Illinois
Find your legislative district here.
Peoria Area Representatives
- Representative David R. Leitch (R-73, Peoria)
- Representative Donald L. Moffitt (R-74, Galesburg)
- Representative Michael Unes (R-91, Pekin)
- Representative Jehan Gordon (D-92, Peoria)
- Representative Jim Watson (R-97, Jacksonville)
- Representative Wayne Rosenthal (R-98, Litchfield)
Peoria Area Senators
- Senator Darin M. LaHood (R-37, Peoria)
- Senator David Koehler (D-46, Pekin)
- Senator Wm. Sam McCann (R-49, Carlinville)
Contact Brian Costin at bcostin@illinoispolicy.org or 312-346-5700 x205 for more details.
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