Brief Introduction of ILCA’s Excellence in Landscape Awards Program, Taking Great Landscape Photographs, Don’t Forget the Details, What to Expect When Working with a Professional Photographer

In January 2023, the Illinois legislature passed The Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLFAW). The PLFAW makes Illinois the third state to pass a law mandating paid leave for employees for any reason. While the law is not scheduled to go into effect until January 1, 2024, it is important t...

2019 saw a record number of boxwood blight findings in landscapes and nursery production. Jill Calabro, with AmericanHort, provided a national perspective, including a preview of BMP’s to be released soon, and Scott Schirmer, with IL Dept. of Agriculture, gave an Illinois view, including detectio...

In 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that employers can require that employees resolve employment disputes through binding arbitration. This ruling would permit employers to forego costly court cases including class actions that have been filed against many members of the ILCA. This webinar will...

Governor Pritzker has signed into effect sweeping new anti-sexual harassment legislation for employers. Deadline for employer compliance is December 31, 2020.

Effective January 1, 2020, compliance with new laws requires the following actions:
1) Mandatory anti-harassment training.
2) Reporting ...

On January 1, 2020, recreational marijuana became legal in the state of Illinois. Employers are required to provide a safe place to work. Drug-using employees are a hazard not only to themselves, but also to coworkers and the general public.

During this webinar, you will receive an abbreviated overview of the new OSHA silica dust regulations while discussing the health implications of the dust, and the proper methods for cutting and dust control. You will learn the best methods for cutting to reduce silica dust as well as learn how t...

Join attorneys Julie Proscia and Sara Zorich for this webinar exclusively designed for ILCA members to discuss SSA’s new no match letters and necessary compliance steps to address receipt of the SSA letters. They will discuss employer obligations, practical steps that employers should take, and l...

The laws that regulate trucking are complicated and extensive. Marc Fisher is the Executive Director of the Illinois Truck Enforcement Association and will discuss which laws apply to landscaping companies, including: common overweight issues, proper plating of vehicles, interaction with law enfo...

Spanish-speakers and Latinx employees comprise over 50% of the Illinois landscape industry. Bridging the gap is bigger than language. It is a cultural understanding that can reap tremendous dividends. This is a can’t miss webinar for owners, managers, supervisors and anyone else looking to bridge...

Buckthorn has been identified as an invasive plant by the State of Illinois. ILCA has partnered with the Chicago Region Trees Initiative, based at The Morton Arboretum, to teach landscape professionals how to manage and eradicate this invasive species and to communicate these concerns to their cl...

Don’t let unanswered reviews cost you business! Ignoring reviews can make the situation even worse. You must respond. The question is: HOW?
Join Matthew Olson, President of the marketing agency Signalfire as you walk through a practical playbook of responding to reviews effectively. You’ll learn ...

It is difficult to build a loyal labor force in the Midwest landscape industry when employees have to be laid off for 4 months a year. What if there was an alternative?

This webinar showcases WorkShare Illinois. This is a new state program that allows for a reduction in hours without having to l...

Thanks to the American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC) for presenting this webinar that covers an employer’s rights and responsibilities in the event of DHS Enforcement actions. During this webinar, we discussed how employers can:
- Conduct a self-audit of your I-9s to correct any errors an...

During this webinar, Landscape Illinois and Attorney Tejas Shah of Barnes and Thornburg will explain how landscaping companies can ensure that their I-9s (and, if applicable, paperwork related to H-2B sponsorships) are compliant with USCIS and DOL requirements. Additionally, the webinar will cove...

JULIE's Chief Operations Officer Amy Lear-Chmura and Central Illinois Damage Prevention Manager Brian MacKenzie provide landscape professionals with an overview of the new Positive Response System, including what the codes mean and how to handle missing or unclear responses. They highlight the va...

Landscape Illinois Executive Director Scott Grams and immigration attorney Tejas Shah explore 2026 changes in I-9 enforcement policies by DHS, their implications for employers, and strategies to stay compliant amidst increased penalties and scrutiny.

Landscape Illinois immigration attorney Tejas Shah explores the 2026 changes in I-9 enforcement policies by DHS, their implications for employers, and strategies to stay compliant amidst increased penalties and scrutiny.

Specific topics include:

Overview of the I-9 and Notices of Inspection (NO...

Explore the latest snow and ice salary survey conducted by Landscape Illinois. This survey is conducted every two years and collects data on a cross-section of snow and ice positions. Landscape Illinois Executive Director Scott Grams reveals key insights into wages, management trends, and industr...