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Metropolitan Township Association

The Metropolitan Township Association is comprised of 41 member-Townships, representing over 2 million residents from seven counties in metropolitan Illinois.

The Metropolitan Township Association was formed in 2013 to provide a network of similarly situated townships to learn, study, and exchange ideas. The functions of townships in the Chicagoland area are vast, and MTA provides a platform for them to network and share resources to better address the needs of their residents.

09/05/2026

Today is International Day of Charity, a reminder that small acts of generosity can make a big difference. Consider supporting your local township by donating to a township foundation or food pantry. Your contribution can help provide food to families or support other valuable programs and services that help residents when they need it most.

09/01/2026

MTA's Human Services Committee meets one week from today via Zoom. Are you a township professional or elected official engaged in any topic around human services? This committee is for you-send a message viai Facebook or email Nick Allen to be added. The group alternates between virtual and in-person meetings. Pictured is a tour of Schaumburg Township's food pantry after a committee meeting.

08/28/2026

There are less than 5 weeks until the Township Symposium, Presented by the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer. We are excited to announce our Keynote Speaker, Brian Whittaker, a public service innovator with years of experience in government. Brian's talk is "What if Mount Rushmore were carved today, which leaders would belong on it, and why?". You can purchase tickets at: https://bit.ly/4zGzosX

08/26/2026

Strong communities are built on neighbors helping neighbors. Through food pantries and partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and volunteers, townships help put food on the table for residents in their communities.

08/20/2026

Yesterday, 75 township officials and staff attended MTA’s GA/EA Seminar, led by Julie Villarreal. The day was spent learning more about using these programs to help people in our communities. Thank you to Schaumburg Township for hosting.

08/11/2026

The MTA Township Symposium, presented by the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer, returns on September 29, bringing together township elected officials and staff from across the region for education and networking.

Register online at www.metrotownships.org

08/06/2026

The Metropolitan Township Association connects metropolitan townships to learn, collaborate, and advocate . Members benefit from educational programs, legislative advocacy, networking opportunities, and resources designed specifically for the needs of metropolitan townships.

Learn how MTA can help strengthen your township at www.metrotownships.org

08/04/2026

As a new school year approaches, many MTA member townships are helping local families through back-to-school supply drives, such as this one at Hanover Township. These drives provide students with the supplies they need to succeed while demonstrating the important role townships play in supporting local communities.

07/30/2026

Yesterday we had 30 MTA Members join our virtual training on building a communications plan. Members who were unable to attend can access the recording on the members-only section of MTA's website.

07/28/2026

Join us tomorrow at 2:00 PM for the Monthly Virtual Training: Building a Township Communications Plan. Whether your township has a dedicated communications staff member or communication responsibilities are shared among elected officials and staff, this training will provide practical ideas that can be put to use immediately. Email Nick Allen to receive the link to join.

Address

PO Box 1035
Downers Grove, IL
60515

Website

https://metrotownships.org/

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