Counties Count!
The Illinois State Association of Counties (ISACo) shares the latest state and local news impacting counties, interviews with state and local elected officials, insights from our legislative staff, discussions about the important role of county government in Illinois and more.
Counties Count!
The Case for Civility: Leading Across Differences
This episode of ISACo's Counties Count! Podcast explores why civility isn’t just about being polite — it’s about building stronger, more effective local government. Drawing on lessons from the Great Lakes Civility Project and practical communication strategies, we highlight how county officials can disagree respectfully, listen actively, and invest in relationships that outlast any single vote. Civility isn’t weakness — it’s a leadership tool that strengthens trust, improves decision-making, and keeps communities moving forward.