Illinois Municipal League presents legislative award to Senator Michael Hastings at Annual Conference

Chicago, IL- The Illinois Municipal League presented a legislative award to Senator Michael Hastings on Saturday, September 19, at the IML Annual Conference. The award recognized legislators “in appreciation for your support of municipal governments during the 2015 legislative session.” Local governments faced challenges this session related to budget funding, pensions and transportation related issues. Hastings is a senator for the 19th District.

The IML Annual Conference was held September 17 thru September 19 at the Hilton Chicago Hotel, and more than 750 mayors from Illinois as well as 1,500 people attended the conference.

“Local governments in Illinois have faced many difficulties throughout this past legislative session, whether relating to proposed funding cuts, unfunded mandates or transportation and infrastructure issues,” said Brad Cole, Executive Director of IML. “Michael has been a driving force in pursuing the interests of his district, and we’re lucky to have him as an advocate for municipal governments.”

Hastings has positively impacted the social and financial landscape of Illinois through his time as a senator. As a result of his service, Hastings has been honored by other awards including “Legislator of the Year” and “Environmental Champion.”

IML strives to empower local cities and communities throughout Illinois. Through encouraging innovative solutions to Illinois’ most critical issues facing its communities, IML is leading improvements to benefit Illinois’ communities at the local and national level.