New Lockport Township Park District Commissioner Finishes State-Wide Training

LOCKPORT, IL — Patrick Maier, a newly-elected commissioner of the Lockport Township Park District, recently attended the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ 2025 Boot Camp, the park district shared in a release.

IAPD offers the educational course to elected officials and professionals at Illinois park districts. Attendees receive targeted, in-depth training on an array of topics including good governance, the Open Meetings Act; making a difference through legislative advocacy; breaking down the fundamentals and best practices of park district finances; implementing DEI strategies; promoting effective relationships among the board, executive director, and staff; and adhering to ethical requirements, according to a release.

“This content-rich program provides tremendous benefits to board members and staff and sets them on track to advance their agencies as a unified force. They gain a greater appreciation of the critical role that park commissioners play in good governance, compliance with state law, and enhancing the quality of life for residents of their communities. As locally elected, non-compensated community leaders, their service is truly selfless,” Peter Murphy, IAPD President/CEO, said in a release.

Maier was elected to the Lockport Township Park District board in April.