Quorum Forum

101: Navigating AI's Impact on the Modern Workplace

In this episode, we share Ancel Glink attorney Melissa Hall's recent ILCMA presentation, "Digital Decisions: Navigating AI's Impact on the Modern Workplace." Mysi examines the current legal landscape surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in labor relations and employment practices. Highlights: The Legal Landscape: Overview of federal and state regulations, including EEOC guidelines on Title VII and the ADA. Illinois Specifics: A look at the AI Video Interview Act (AIVIA) and the 2026 amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act. Bias and Mitigation: Understanding automation bias, selective adherence, and real-world examples of algorithmic discrimination. Labor Relations: How major unions (ILA, SAG-AFTRA, AFL-CIO) are negotiating AI safeguards and transparency. Best Practices: Practical steps for employers, including the NIST Risk Management Framework and the importance of human oversight. Upcoming Presentation: The Legacy of Euclid 100 Years On: See Ancel Glink's David S. Silverman at the 2026 National Planning Conference in Detroit on April 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Resources: Presentation Slides: Digital Decisions: Navigating AI's Impact on the Modern Workplace Municipal Minute: The New Year Countdown – Public Safety Coalition Resource: San Jose Government AI Coalition Credits: Featured Guest: Melissa A. Hall Producer/Chair: Daniel J. Bolin Executive Producer: Keri-Lyn J. Krafthefer Engineer: Rick Perez This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.

100: Lessons from a Local Government Law Career

We have a quorum! In this special 100th episode, we celebrate a major milestone by hosting a special live recording from Ancel Glink's Chicago headquarters. Our featured guest is our esteemed friend and colleague, Julie Tappendorf, who joins us on the eve of her retirement to reflect on her distinguished career in local government law. Julie is a prolific writer and counselor helping local governments across Illinois with land use, social media, legal compliance, and more. In this career retrospective, Julie shares the professional lessons she learned along her journey—from her early days in military intelligence to becoming a leading local government lawyer. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Episode Highlights • From Cryptology to Codes: Julie reflects on her eight years as a Korean cryptologic-linguist in the U.S. Army and how the discipline of military intelligence prepared her for legal practice. • The Land Use Landscape: We review the evolution of development and annexation agreements. Julie explains how these contracts reduce adversarial friction and why formal agreements are critical for risk management. • Municipal Minute: Julie shares the origin story of her award-winning blog, Municipal Minute, which has registered over 3.3 million visits. She discusses her foresight in identifying social media as a legal issue for local governments as early as 2011. • Social Media After Lindke: What the Supreme Court's ruling in Lindke v. Freed means for local officials. Julie provides essential advice on maintaining separate personal and official accounts and navigating the "actual authority" test. • The Future of the Field: A candid discussion on the next "tweeting into trouble" moment—Artificial Intelligence. Julie warns about the risks of AI "hallucinations" and the importance of verifying legal output. • Public Comment Segment: Ancel Glink attorneys share the most impactful lessons they have learned from Julie over the years, ranging from effective meeting procedures to the "gold standard" of responsiveness. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Contact Us How has the Municipal Minute blog or the Quorum Forum podcast helped your organization? We want to hear from you! • Email: podcast@ancelglink.com • Hotline: 312.604.9185 • Website: quorumforum.ancelglink.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Resources • Municipal Minute • Development by Agreement: A Tool Kit for Land Developers and Local Government, Second Edition • Social Media and Local Governments: Navigating the New Public Square, Second Edition -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Credits • Producer: Daniel J. Bolin • Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf • Chair: Daniel J. Bolin • Co-Hosts: Erin Monforti, Katie Nagy, Tyler Smith • Engineer: Rick Perez (behind the glass for our protection) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer at www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.

99: New Year, New Laws

Farewell, 2025—and a warm welcome to the New Year! In this holiday episode, the Quorum Forum podcast hosts its annual tradition of revisiting new legislation and case law that local government listeners should know for 2026. Ancel Glink attorneys Erin Monforti, Katie Nagy and Alexis Carter captained teams of Ancel Glink attorneys in a competition to leave the most messages about new laws on the Quorum Forum hotline. Who will win? Our listeners, of course! The episode provides critical updates on laws taking effect (or possibly taking effect) in 2026, including Open Meetings Act amendments, Freedom of Information Act amendments, a law restricting local parking requirements near transit, and more! Email your questions to podcast@ancelglink.com. Happy Holidays! --- Resources • Illinois General Assembly Passes Bill Amending OMA and FOIA • In the Zone: General Assembly Sends "People Over Parking Act to the Governor • Public Act 104-0078: Amendments to Military Leave Act • Public Act 104-0171: Amendments to Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act • Public Act 104-0076: Amendments to Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act • Public Act 104-0193: Amendments to Employee Blood and Organ Donation Leave Act • Public Act 104-0259: Family Neonatal Intensive Care Leave Act • Bitner v. City of Pekin • Workers Compensation Benefits Barred Where Pension Board Denied Line-of-Duty Benefits • Public Act 104-0364: Amendments to Interstate Mutual Emergency Aid Act • Public Act 104-0097: Amendments to Counties Code, Municipal Code • Bill Requiring Local Libraries to Stock "Opioid Antagonists" Passes Both Houses of General Assembly • Narcan in Libraries --- Credits Producer: Daniel J. Bolin Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf Chair: Erin M. Monforti Engineers: Ricardo Perez, Matt Smith This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers

98: E-Bikes and E-Scooters at the APA-IL State Conference

In this episode, Ancel Glink's Tyler Smith and Eugene Bolotnikov discuss options for local governments to navigate the current regulatory landscape of e-bikes and e-scooters. The discussion aims to help communities address concerns regarding public safety while providing some clarity to the owners and operators of these vehicles. Tyler and Eugene recently presented on this topic at the 2025 APA-IL State Conference, delving into the regulatory options available to communities in Illinois. Special Segment: Public Comment Live from the APA-IL Conference The episode includes a public comment segment featuring a live question and answer session focused on e-bike and e-scooter regulations, recorded live at the 2025 APA-IL State Conference. Participants ask questions about communities shifting regulation away from state-defined classes (such as regulating by wattage instead), the inconsistency of regulations between neighboring communities, and the overlapping jurisdiction of municipalities and park districts. The presenters note that there has been a significant rise in regulatory attention in Illinois, especially in Cook County suburbs, following high-profile, fatal collisions involving e-bikes and vehicles. Department of Public Works Ancel Glink attorneys will be presenting at several upcoming events: Ancel Glink equity partner Julie Tappendorf will be presenting on the First Amendment in public forum spaces at the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education's Local Government Law Institute conference on December 5th, 2025. Many Ancel Glink attorneys, including Eugene Bolotnikov, will have sessions at the IAPD/IPRA 2026 Soaring to New Heights Conference, which runs from January 25th, 2026 to January 27, 2026. Contact Us How are e-bikes and e-scooters affecting your community? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com or call the Quorum Forum hotline at 312-604-9185. Credits Chair: Tyler J. Smith Guest: Eugene Bolotnikov Producer: Daniel J. Bolin Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf Engineers: Ricardo Perez This podcast is provided as a service to public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to offer timely general information of interest but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. The full disclaimer can be reviewed at www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.

97: Anatomy of a Redevelopment Agreement

  In this episode, Ancel Glink Partner David S. Silverman, FAICP, provides an in-depth breakdown of the essential components and negotiation strategies for drafting effective Redevelopment Agreements (RDAs) from his presentation at the Southland Development Authority’s TIF Talk training session. David explains that the RDAs serve as a clear roadmap for the project, governing everything from development specifics to the flow of incentives and guarantees, requiring an internal logic that ensures it remains understandable for potentially decades. How is your organization approaching economic development agreements? Email us at podcast@ancelglink.com!   Resources: Ancel Glink at the APA-IL State Conference • “Municipal Initiated Upzonings: Lessons Learned” featuring Tyler Smith on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. • “Injunctions & Dragons: Planning Law Fantasy Adventure” featuring Dan Bolin, along with Erin Monforti and Trevor Dick, FAICP (Village of Lombard) and Phil Green, AICP (Village of Hoffman Estates) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. • “GovLove + APA-IL Live Podcast: Award-Winning Planners” featuring Dan Bolin and Andy Cross, AICP (The Lakota Group) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. • “Small But Mighty: ADUs, Tiny Homes & Cottage Communities” featuring David Silverman, FAICP, Greg Jones, AICP, and Erin Monforti, alongside Angela Mesaros, AICP (Village of Homewood), Falon Young (City of Chicago), and Samar Jha (AARP) on Thursday, October 9, 2025. • “Watt” A Ride: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of E-Bikes and E-Scooters” featuring Eugene Bolotnikov and Tyler Smith on Thursday, October 9, 2025. • “E-Scooters, E-Bikes & Public Camping Regulations: Strategies for Municipal Planners to Avoid Legal Roadblocks” featuring Megan Mack and Tyler Smith on Friday, October 10, 2025. Municipal Minute, City Could Withhold Employment Taxes from PEDA Benefits -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Credits Producer: Daniel J. Bolin Executive Producers: Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Julie Tappendorf Chair: Daniel J. Bolin Engineers: Ricardo Perez This podcast is provided as a service to our public and private sector clients and friends. It is intended to provide timely general information of interest, but should not be considered a substitute for legal advice. Read our full disclaimer: www.ancelglink.com/disclaimers.