These courses, known as the Illinois Professional Development Series (IPDS), present a variety of subjects pertinent to the emergency management field. The special township meeting shall be held no less than 14 nor more than 45 days after the written request is filed in the office of the township clerk.The Open Meetings Act (OMA) is designed to ensure that Illinois residents have access to their government. Notice of any special meeting of the board of directors shall be given at least ten. The Board of Trustees meetings are open to the public, pursuant to Illinois state law and the Board's own procedures.