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State Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) has been honored with the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ (IAPD) Outstanding Legislator of the Year Award. The award was presented to Senator Turner during the annual conference of the IAPD.

Senator Turner, who previously worked in local government, expressed her gratitude for the recognition. She acknowledged the dedication of park district officials to their communities, saying, "As someone who worked in local government before becoming a state senator, I've seen firsthand just how dedicated park district officials are to their communities. It is humbling to receive recognition from the IAPD for my previous efforts and look forward to future collaboration."

The IAPD highlighted Senator Turner's support for park districts and recreational agencies. In particular, they commended her sponsorship of House Bill 2033, which aims to streamline government operations by allowing all IAPD member agencies to file their bond ordinances electronically with the county clerk.

IAPD President and CEO Peter Murphy praised Senator Turner as a leading advocate for local governments in Illinois, including IAPD's member agencies. He stated, "Senator Turner has become a leading voice for local governments throughout Illinois, including IAPD's member agencies. We are grateful for her ongoing support of park and recreation agencies and are pleased to recognize her with the IAPD Outstanding Legislator of the Year Award."

The Illinois Association of Park Districts, founded in 1928, has been serving park districts, forest preserves, conservation, and recreation agencies. It is the oldest and most successful statewide association of its kind in the nation.

Senator Turner's dedication to supporting park districts and recreational agencies has earned her the recognition of the IAPD. Her sponsorship of legislation that streamlines government operations demonstrates her commitment to improving the efficiency of local government. The IAPD's Outstanding Legislator of the Year Award is a testament to Senator Turner's continued support for park and recreation agencies in Illinois.