Meetings:
May 8, 2024
Training & Risk Management Committee
May 14, 2024
Membership Relations Committee
May 16, 2024
Coverage, Claims & Litigation Committee
May 23, 2024
Administration & Finance Committee
May 30, 2024
Executive Board
June 11, 2024
Board of Directors
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Welcome IRMA's New Executive Board Member
Ellen Baer
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Please welcome Ellen Baer, Village Manager for the Village of Western Springs to IRMA’s Executive Board, as Chair of the Training & Risk Management Committee. Ellen is an ICMA-Credentialed Manager with more than 30 years of municipal leadership experience, including contract management, labor negotiations, human resources, intergovernmental relations, strategic planning, economic development and policy development and implementation. She graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Master of Public Administration as well as Lewis University in Bachelor of Arts, Public Administration and Political Science. Prior to becoming Chair, Ellen served 3 years on the Membership Relations Committee. We are happy to have her join the Executive Board. |
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Happy 10 Year Anniversary Margo!
Join us in celebrating a significant milestone: the 10-year work anniversary of IRMA's Executive Director, Margo Ely. Under her leadership, IRMA has achieved numerous milestones and accomplishments.
Congratulations Margo!
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IRMA's May Training Opportunities |
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May 1, 2024
May 6, 2024 - Village of Cary
May 7, 2024 - Village of Riverside
May 8, 2024 - Village of Riverside
May 8, 2024
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May 14, 2024
May 15, 2024
May 21, 2024
May 22, 2024
May 3rd, May 10th & May 17th
May 9th, 16th & 23rd
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IRMA ACH
Payment Notification
With the implementation of our new accounting software, we now have the ability to issue an automated email to all “vendors” receiving ACH payments. In order for an email notification to be generated, an email address must be recorded in our software.
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Is Your Building Inventory Accurate?
Report new, renovated, or no longer owned buildings to IRMA.
IRMA’s first party property coverage is reinsured by Travelers Insurance. It is important that Travelers and IRMA have a current list of all buildings that are owned by members. If IRMA and Travelers are not aware of a building that is owned by the Member it may create coverage issues. All new purchases and renovations to existing buildings should be reported to IRMA at the time of purchase or completion of renovation.
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Workers' Compensation Injuries:
Exercise & Physical Fitness
There has been a recent spike in workers' compensation injuries related to exercise and physical fitness. This is a concerning trend. While promoting a healthy lifestyle among employees is beneficial, it's crucial for employers to balance it with safety measures.
Providing weights and equipment that exceed the lifting requirements of the employee's essential duties is unnecessary and can lead to a career-ending injury. Similarly, competitive sports, like basketball or pickle ball, should be prohibited due to increased risk of injury. Instead, encourage employees to focus on functional training that improves overall body movements that are consistent with what is necessary to maintain the essential job functions.
Encouraging physical activity is important, but it should be done in a way that prioritizes employee well-being and safety.
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Security Awareness Training |
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The internet allows businesses to reach new markets and provides the opportunity to work more efficiently with different tools. The theft of digital information has become more prevalent, and every business that uses the internet is responsible for creating a culture of security and IT Security should be part of the plan. |
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Risk Management & Training |
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Online Resiliency Training Available
Safety Skills offers 3 online First Responder Resiliency courses. These courses focus on building personal resiliency, building organizational resiliency, and leading a self-sustaining culture of resiliency. These courses are complimentary as part of your IRMA membership.
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Mental Health Awareness Month
May 2024
First responders and municipal employees often face unique stressors related to their roles in serving communities, which can impact their mental health. By recognizing this month, employers can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote a supportive work environment. For more information, including available resources, trainings, & toolkits, please click the links.
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Importance of Contractual Risk Transfer
While some of us might find “Contractual Risk Transfer” to be a snoozer, it’s a very important part of risk management. To attempt to simplify the issue – you do not want to be legally responsible to pay damages for your private party vendor’s negligence.
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Special Events and Festivals Risk Transfer
The season of special events and festivals brings with it an increased exposure to risks. The most common risks during this season include bodily injury to event attendees or participants or property damage to Village or others’ property.
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Special Events Safety
If your municipality hosts special events throughout the year, it’s time to assess your event safety plans. As special event incidents are on the rise across the country, event planning is more important than ever. From severe weather events to acts of violence, is your event prepared?
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Additional Safety Resources
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On Demand Training:
Critical Days of Summer
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National Safety Stand-Down
May 6-10, 2024
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National Safety Month
June
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Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency
999 Oakmont Plaza Drive, Suite 310
Westmont, IL 60559
(708) 562-0300
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