ILF Cohorts & Workshops

The 2026 Budget Workshop is scheduled for Friday, July 10 at Anderson Public Library. Registration is now open. Watch for updates and further information.

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2026 Budget Workshop

Held at Anderson Public Library on Friday, July 10.

Registration is currently open and will close when spots fill.

The 9th annual Budget Workshop will take place over the course of one day and will be eligible for LEUs. The workshop will be led by staff from the Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF) and members of the ILF budget tactical team (see roster below). Over 150 library professionals have experienced this program since its inception.
  • Price:9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (ET)Breakfast & lunch included
    • $55 per person for institutional members
    • $75 per person for non-institutional members
  • Registration deadline: limited space: when spots fill.

Prior to attending the Budget Workshop this year, we encourage registrants to watch this Budget Workshop video that showcases the changes with Indiana Gateway: Budget Workshop 2.

Budget Tactical Team

Sandy Petrie has created a Director’s guide for budgets. Click here for the latest document.

Have questions? Contact a team member below:

The Budget Tactical Team knows you have questions about how property tax reform will affect your library's budget. Know that we are working on finding the answers so we can provide the help you need. The Budget Tactical Team is tuned into all of the upcoming training opportunities regarding the new legislation. We are especially eager to hear from the DLGF with the hopes that they can reinforce our understanding to date. In the meantime, feel free to reach out to any Budget Tactical Team member. If we know the answer, we'll be happy to provide it. If we don't, we'll try to figure it out together.

Management Cohort Series

Join a select group of library professionals for this intensive training focused on leadership and management skills. Designed for directors and aspiring directors, the cohort offers practical, real-world development.

Schedule: 2026 Management Cohort Schedule has not been released yet.

  • Leadership & Management Styles
  • Communication & Emotional Intelligence
  • HR, Performance, Diversity & Ethics
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team Building & Partnerships
  • Change & Project Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Budgeting & Advocacy

Cost: $175
LEUs: Up to 24 total

Testimonials

  • "This course will inspire you and strengthen your leadership skills."
  • "I learned so much—great for new and experienced managers."
  • "A valuable way to work through real-world challenges."

For questions, contact i[email protected]