IL SB0497

Increases notice requirement for township meetings from 10 days to 15 days before the meeting, including posting in at least 3 public places and publication in a local newspaper if available.

Extends deadline for township board to adopt annual meeting agenda from 10 days to 15 days before the meeting.

Increases notice requirement for public hearings on property leases with not-for-profit corporations from 10 days to 15 days, including posting in at least 5 public places.

Increases notice requirement for property sale or lease referendums from 10 days to 15 days before township meetings, including posting in at least 5 public places.

Establishes procedures for registered voters to request advisory questions of public policy for consideration at annual township meetings, with the questions placed on ballots if approved by majority vote of electors present.