In 2018 TOIRMA experienced an increase in tailgate related claims. There have been a variety of circumstances and conditions that have contributed to this increase. Tailgates not closed properly and leaking materials, tailgates suddenly opening due to not being closed correctly, and tailgates simply falling off into oncoming traffic were the most common occurrences.

TOIRMA's Fall 2019 newsletter, TOIRMA News, is now available. Included in this edition is helpful information for townships & road districts.

During calendar year 2019, for any TOIRMA member that joins IPWMAN for the first time, TOIRMA will reimburse that member the 2019 IPWMAN membership fee. Whether it’s for road maintenance, snow removal, or construction projects, townships/road districts, through intergovernmental cooperation, are increasing efficiencies and saving taxpayer dollars while getting the job done. In the spirit of planning ahead with intergovernmental cooperation and written agreements, TOIRMA is partnering with the Illinois Public Works Mutual Aid Network (IPWMAN).