Illinois § 11-78-3
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 11-78-3, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-78-3.
If real or personal estate is under the control of trustees, appointed or elected by virtue of any general or special law of this state, when it is conveyed as specified in Section 11-78-1, the duties of those trustees in relation thereto shall cease, and they shall immediately settle and adjust all matters relating to the trust estate and make a report to the proper authority of their acts. Upon the approval of this report the trustees shall be released and discharged from the further performance of duty in that behalf. All money which may remain in the municipal treasury to the credit of any fund connected with the use of such real or personal estate, while so held by the municipality, shall be used by the municipality for any lawful corporate purpose. (Source: Laws 1961, p. 576.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 11-78-3
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 11-78-3 cover?
Section 11-78-3 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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