IVD Board of Directors
The Illinois Valley Division (IVD) of the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors, composed of passionate individuals who share a love for model railroading. This team plays a crucial role in fostering community engagement, organizing events, and promoting the hobby throughout the region. Their collective expertise and commitment ensure that IVD members receive valuable resources, camaraderie, and opportunities to enhance their modeling skills. The Board strives to uphold the mission of the NMRA while embracing innovation and inclusivity, making the Illinois Valley Division a vibrant hub for model railroad enthusiasts in the area.

Gary Baker
Superintendent

Minton Dings
Asst Superintendent

Randy Sommer
Chief Clerk

Tom Dooley
Paymaster

Russ Smith
District 1 Trainmaster
Peoria & Tazwell Counties

Ben Fehr
District 2 Trainmaster
Grundy, Livingston, McLean & Wood-ford Co.

David Hawkey
District 3 Trainmaster
Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall,
Putnam & Stark Co.

Larry Nelson
District 4 Trainmaster
Fulton, Henry, Knox, Rock Island and Warren Co.

Thomas Ose
District 5 Trainmaster
Adams, Brown, Cass, Logan, Mason, McDonough, Menard, Morgan, Pike, Sangamon, Schuyler & Scott Co.

Jimmie Tatum
IVD Webmaster
Contact:
jtatum652@gmail.com

Mike Shockley
IVD Timetable Editor
Contact:
docshock31@yahoo.com
