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IPRA members gain instant, 24 hour access to important information via www.ilipra.org.

Questions about professional certification, workshop offerings, ticket programs or up-to-date job postings... IPRA's website should be your first choice for current information!

Awards Program

IPRA individual recognition awards are conferred annually to park and recreation professionals who have distinguished themselves through their work and contributions to the association and their community. Nominations are encouraged.  Awards are presented at the IPRA / IAPD Annual Conference held each January.

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Cooperative Purchase Program

Consignment Ticket Programs

IPRA members win big with consignment ticket offerings. IPRA contracts with such organizations as Great America to purchase group tickets in bulk at drastically reduced prices. Two Ways to Win: Purchase tickets for your agency's group outings; OR Sell tickets "over the counter" to your constituents. Your agency may mark-up the ticket price in recognition of the service you provide...you generate revenue with every ticket sold, and your constituents get a bargain on their tickets too!

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Ethical Practice Code

Based on the fundamental values such as: honesty, integrity, fairness, respect, trust, responsibility, and accountability, these PRINCIPLES define how Park and Recreation Professionals should be ethical and accountable in their program operations, governance, human resources, financial management, and fundraising. Eleven (11) PRINCIPLES OF ETHICAL PRACTICE should guide Park and Recreation Professionals to reach their potential and strengthen their operations.

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Joint Distinguished Agency Awards

Illinois Distinguished Agency program improves the delivery of recreation services to the residents of Illinois through a voluntary comprehensive evaluation process. The desired result is to improve the quality of life for Illinois residents and to recognize those agencies that provide this quality service. 

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Partnerships

Fluorecycle Inc. is a pioneer and leading recycler of fluorescent lights and high intensity discharge (HID) lamps containing mercury, a dangerous substance that can pose serious health hazards. In 1997, Illinois legislators passed a law deeming it ILLEGAL to dispose of these lights in landfills or incinerators. To ensure public safety, Fluorecycle became the first company of its kind to earn a special state (RCRA) permit allowing it to safely and legally dispose of these lamps through a special lamp management program. Fluorecycle has a state-of-the art recycling facility in Ingleside, IL. which meets and exceeds all standards set by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. At the facility, the complete process of recycling --including mercury distillation from the phosphor powder-- is performed at competitive prices for hundreds of clients annually. Once complete, Fluorecycle provides clients with official certification showing companies have followed the law and adhered to "Universal Waste Management Standards." Fluorecycle is a member of the Illinois Recycling Association and Association of Lamp and Mercury Recyclers.

Fluorecycle Inc. has extended discounted recycling pricing for park and recreation agencies. For more information, please contact Leonard Worth at 815-363-4411 or sales@fluorecycle.com

Tickets to Sporting Events and Cultural Activities

If you're looking for discounted tickets to professional sporting events, IPRA has several to choose from every year. Cubs... White Sox... Bulls... Kane County Cougars... Bristol Renaissance Faire... They're all available from IPRA. 

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Youth Skill Programs

IPRA partners with a select few nationally recognized organizations to bring high-profile youth skill programs to your community. IPRA also offers a few Illinois-only youth skill-building programs. National programs include Hershey Track & Field and Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run Program. Illinois-only programs include 2ball and IPRA's Youth Basketball Tourney.

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