State rules / Illinois
Illinois open meetings: agenda and minutes deadlines
| Regular meeting agenda / notice | 48 hours before the meeting |
|---|---|
| Special meeting notice | 48 hours |
| Minutes | Approve open-session minutes within 30 days (or by the 2nd following regular meeting); post within 10 days of approval |
| Law | Open Meetings Act, 5 ILCS 120/2.02 (agenda), 120/2.06 (minutes) |
| Last checked | 2026-09-25 |
What to know
Closed sessions must be recorded verbatim (audio or video).
Local charters, ordinances and board bylaws often require more notice than state law. When they do, follow the stricter rule — in CivicPorch you can set a board's own notice period and reminders use it.
Work out a deadline
This is general information, not legal advice. Statutes have exceptions (emergencies, recessed meetings, holidays) — check with your solicitor or municipal attorney when in doubt.
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