Illinois Property Assessment Institute

The Call for Speakers is now open for the 2026 Legal Symposium! 📢

If you work in property assessment, property tax law, or have expertise in areas like land use, zoning, real estate, or leadership—we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your proposal today: https://ipaieducation.org/learning/legal-symposium-/call-for-speakers

Our instructors don’t just teach the material—they invest in people. From building strong foundational knowledge to sharing insights that help you feel more confident in your work, they show up with generosity and a genuine desire to help you succeed. We’re proud of this community of professionals and thankful for the expertise they share.

Explore upcoming classes: https://portal.ipaieducation.org/topclass/searchCatalog.do?catId=0

Join us for Illinois Assessors Night at the Cardinals game ⚾

Tickets are going fast and we’ve already sold half, so don’t wait to grab yours!

https://ipaieducation.org/resources/cardinals-game

Congratulations to John Turgeon, Canton Township Assessor, on being named the 2026 Rising Star Award recipient. In just five years in the profession, John has demonstrated exceptional drive, curiosity, and commitment—embracing innovation, investing in education, and showing up for taxpayers and colleagues alike. A true example of leading with heart, humility, and purpose. 🌟

Congratulations to Sharon Mewes, Washington County Supervisor of Assessments, on receiving the 2026 Outstanding Achievement in Property Assessment Award (Small Jurisdiction). This honor reflects Sharon’s decades of thoughtful leadership, commitment to fairness and accuracy, and genuine care for the taxpayers and colleagues she serves. Her steady, service‑driven approach continues to strengthen trust in the assessment process and elevate the profession across Illinois. 👏

Congratulations to Timothy Jorczak, McLean County Supervisor of Assessments, on receiving both the 2026 Marshall Theroux Memorial Award—the highest honor in Illinois property assessment—and the Outstanding Achievement in Property Assessment Award at the IPAI State Conference. These awards recognize Tim’s leadership, integrity, innovation, and deep commitment to serving taxpayers and the profession. A well‑deserved honor for someone who truly leads by example. 👏

What a week! Thank you to everyone who has joined us at State Conference 2026! We'd love to hear what your favorite part was in the comments 👇