Division 11.2 - Improvement of Group Relations - Illinois Statutes

      (65 ILCS 5/Art. 11 Div. 11.2 heading)DIVISION 11.2. IMPROVEMENT OF GROUP RELATIONS

(65 ILCS 5/11‑11.2‑1) (from Ch. 24, par. 11‑11.2‑1)     Sec. 11‑11.2‑1.     The corporate authorities of any municipality may perform such acts and promulgate such regulations as are necessary or proper for the promotion of harmonious relations between racial and economic groups within the municipality, including, but not limited to, the promotion and development of public education and information programs emphasizing the contributions of such groups to the historical and cultural development of the community and the nation, establishing vocational guidance and employment opportunity programs to assist members of minority racial and ethnic groups, establishment of programs to aid in locating housing for such minority groups, and to assist in the adjustment of such persons to living in urban environments. (Source: P. A. 76‑1021.)

(65 ILCS 5/11‑11.2‑2) (from Ch. 24, par. 11‑11.2‑2)     Sec. 11‑11.2‑2.     For the purpose of carrying out the powers granted by this Division, the corporate authorities may employ such personnel and acquire by purchase or lease, such real or personal property as they deem necessary and may provide for the compensation of such personnel and other expenses in the annual appropriation ordinance through the use of corporate funds. Any municipality has the power to enter into contracts with any public or private agency undertaking such programs and authorize such agencies to act on behalf of the municipality. Such contracts may provide that the cost of all or a portion of such programs will be paid by the municipality. Any public or private agency acting under such contract shall report at least once each year to the corporate authorities of the municipality. (Source: P. A. 76‑1021.)

(65 ILCS 5/11‑11.2‑3) (from Ch. 24, par. 11‑11.2‑3)     Sec. 11‑11.2‑3. To assist in carrying out the powers granted in this Division, the corporate authorities may receive financial assistance from the United States, or any of its agencies or instrumentalities, or the State of Illinois, and undertake such responsibilities and comply with such conditions as may be required by law to receive such assistance. The corporate authorities may also receive gifts, donations, legacies, and other financial assistance from private persons, corporations or foundations, and devote such assistance to programs developed under this Division. (Source: P.A. 83‑388.)