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Illinois Works Apprenticeship Initiative

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March 12, 2026
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Illinois Works
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You are invited to register for the upcoming Illinois Works Apprenticeship Initiative Compliance Overview for contractors, grantees, and loan recipients. This virtual session is scheduled for March 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

This training will provide a comprehensive overview of the Illinois Works Apprenticeship Initiative, including recent legislative and policy updates, program requirements, and compliance expectations. Participants will also receive detailed guidance on completing required reporting forms accurately and in alignment with current standards. The session is intended to promote consistent program implementation and provide clarity on common compliance and reporting requirements.

We strongly encourage attendance from all staff members who are involved in apprenticeship programming, compliance oversight, data reporting, or contract management. If you are unable to attend, please feel free to share this invitation with appropriate members of your team to ensure your organization is well represented.

Please register using the link below:

REGISTER HERE

We appreciate your continued collaboration and commitment to advancing the goals of Illinois Works. We look forward to your participation and to supporting your ongoing compliance efforts.

Sincerely,

Maria Perez
Senior Apprenticeship Initiative Program Manager
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

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Peoria Co. EMA February 2026 Newsletter

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February 18, 2026
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Peoria Co. Public Health

We are pleased to share our February edition of the Peoria Co. Emergency Management Agency Newsletter “The Emergency Connection”.  This edition highlights not only the operational frameworks that guide emergency management, but also the human behaviors and decision-making patterns that influence how communities respond before, during, and after disasters.

As community leaders and trusted partners, your role in reinforcing steady, informed, and coordinated preparedness messaging is essential. By aligning our planning efforts with FEMA’s core capabilities and encouraging realistic scenario testing, we can move from reactive to resilient.  We encourage you to review the newsletter and share it within your networks.

Together, we prepare smarter.

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ILPHCC 2026 Continuing Education Class Schedule

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January 12, 2026
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News

Illinois PHCC On-Line Continuing Education Classes

Registration is now open

Course # 750+002-C1 – IDPH Sponsor # 750-002

Each class will be 4 Credit Hours (1 CE credit for each 50 minutes of instruction)

Operating requirements necessary to properly participate in the course and receive CE credit are: A computer, tablet or phone with a broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE) connection and be sure your speakers are connected. You will need to have a webcam in order to verify your attendance and to show your current license. By registering you are consenting to being on camera and being recorded.

Please make sure you have downloaded the latest version of Zoom prior to attending.

Course dates – all are central time

All Illinois PHCC classes also provide State hours for Certified Plumbing Inspectors.

Friday, February 6, 2026 – 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Online) $60.00

Saturday, February 21, 2026 – 8:00 am – 12:00 pm – (Online) $$60.00

Friday, March 20, 2026 – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm – (LIVE Class) $35.00

To register, complete the form by clicking the link for the date you will attend, the form must be filled out 
in it’s entirety to ensure your credit hours can be submitted properly.

Make sure you provide your complete address, telephone number and personal email address. 
The email address is how we identify you so you cannot use the same email for multiple registrants or 
you will not get your credit.

All Illinois PHCC classes also provide State hours for Certified Plumbing Inspectors.

IMPORTANT: You MUST have your plumbers License with you the day of the class. Please log on the platform no later than 20 minutes prior to the class to ensure you are able to get logged on properly.

Cancellation Policy: IL PHCC reserves the right to cancel a course due to insufficient enrollment. If we cancel a course, you will be notified and you may transfer to another class. There is no refund for any registration not cancelled (10) working days prior to the workshop. Cancellations made prior to (10) working days before the class will be charged a cancellation fee of $15.00.

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JULIE’s Positive Response System is Ready!

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November 18, 2025
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JULIE

We are excited to share that JULIE’s Positive Response System will be fully functional and available for excavators beginning December 1, 2025. This means you can begin checking how utility companies responded to your locale requests online– any time, from anywhere, using a phone, tablet, or computer with internet access.

While the system is not mandatory or enforceable until January 1, 2026, some JULIE member utilities have already started posting their responses as part of the transition. You may begin seeing codes appear on the Positive Response Display portal in response to your locale request as members explore the system and prepare for full implementation.

Starting December 1, the system will also generate automated email notifications so you can stay informed when responses are posted.

How It Works

View Member Responses Online: Enter your ticket number and instantly see the locale response codes posted by each utility on your request. Excavators who receive their ticket confirmation by email can also click the link at the bottom of that to access the display portal.

Codes Provide Real-Time Status Before You Dig: Look for a code 20 (marked) or a code 10 (no conflict) from all listed member utilities before beginning excavation. Any other code would require you to have further communication with the utility or contact JULIE for further assistance prior to digging.

Transition Period Through 2025: Continue using all traditional communication channels – site checks, markings, emails, and voicemails – through the end of the year.

Mandatory and Enforceable: Beginning January 1, 2026: All utilities will be required to post responses electronically. Excavators are also required to check the Positive Responses System either through the portal or providing a valid email address to receive notifications from the system. The Illinois Commerce Commission is responsible for enforcement.

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