Illinois § 12-157
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-157, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-157.
Board vacancy. If a vacancy shall occur in the membership of the board, due to death, resignation or other cause, said vacancy shall be filled by appointment. If the vacant membership be of appointive character, appointment for the unexpired portion of such term shall be made by the board of park commissioners, and if it be of elective character, it shall be filled by appointment by the elective members of the board, provided that the person appointed to the vacancy of an elective member shall be an employee. The persons so appointed to elective membership shall serve until an employee who shall be elected to serve for the unexpired portion of such term shall be chosen. Such election shall be held concurrently with and in the same manner as the next regular annual election. (Source: Laws 1963, p. 161.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12-157
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12-157 cover?
Section 12-157 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.
How do I cite Illinois § 12-157?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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