Alsip § 2.47 Administration & Government Section Composition; powers and duties generally This section establishes the composition of the Alsip board of trustees as the mayor and trustees. It grants them the same powers and duties as a city council, including passing ordinances, resolutions, and motions, and outlines the mayor's veto power and the process for overriding it. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.48 Administration & Government Section Open meetings; duty to keep journal View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.49 Administration & Government Section Authority to judge election of members This section designates the board of trustees as the exclusive authority to judge the election and eligibility of its members. However, it preserves the right of a court to hear and decide proceedings in quo warranto. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.50 Administration & Government Section Authority to determine rules of proceedings; punishment and expulsion of members This section grants the Alsip board of trustees the authority to establish its own rules of procedure, penalize members for misconduct, and expel a trustee with a two-thirds concurrence, though not for the same offense twice. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.51 Administration & Government Section Meeting times prescribed This section prescribes regular meeting times for the Alsip board of trustees to occur on the first and third Mondays of each month. It also outlines procedures for special meetings, including emergency meetings requiring a waiver of notice by a supermajority of the board. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.52 Administration & Government Section Electronic attendance at board meetings This ordinance allows the mayor and trustees of Alsip to participate in board meetings electronically under specific circumstances, provided they give advance notice and meet certain criteria. It also mandates that meeting minutes reflect the method of attendance. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.53 Administration & Government Section Standing committees This section establishes ten standing committees for the Alsip board of trustees and outlines their reporting duties. Village departments are required to report to the relevant committee, and these committees must regularly report to the board. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.54 Administration & Government Section Special committees This section establishes specific special committees for the Alsip board of trustees, including committees for village properties, insurance, ordinance and legislation, information technology, boat launch, and planning and zoning. These committees are required to meet only when notified of pending business and must report on their activities to the president and board of trustees. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.55 Administration & Government Section Committee appointments and term This section outlines the process for appointing members to standing and special committees by the board of trustees. It also specifies the required number of members for each committee and how vacancies will be filled. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.56 Administration & Government Section Committee meetings This section establishes rules for conducting meetings of special and standing committees of the Alsip board of trustees, mandating adherence to Robert's Rules of Order Revised and outlining specific procedural requirements for meeting calls, notice, and quorum. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.57 Administration & Government Section Examination of records Village trustees are granted the authority to examine and inspect books, records, and papers of all elected officials, agents, employees, appointees, or officers of the village. This authority applies both retrospectively and prospectively. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.58 Administration & Government Section Powers and duties generally This section outlines the general powers and duties of the mayor of Alsip. The mayor serves as president of the board of trustees and presides over board meetings, possessing powers and duties similar to those of a city mayor as defined by state law. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.59 Administration & Government Section Selection and removal of appointed officers This section outlines the process for appointing, removing, and filling vacancies for appointed village officers in Alsip. It details the roles of the mayor and board of trustees in appointments and establishes procedures for resignations, temporary appointments, and removals. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.61 Administration & Government Section Examination of records This ordinance grants the Mayor of Alsip the authority to examine and inspect the books, records, and papers of any village agent, employee, or officer at any time. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.62 Administration & Government Section Authority to call out inhabitants and militia The Mayor of Alsip can compel any inhabitant over 18 to assist in enforcing laws and ordinances. Additionally, the Mayor can mobilize the militia, under state authority, to quell disturbances or enforce laws and ordinances. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.63 Administration & Government Section Authority to designate person to sign instruments This section grants the Mayor the authority to designate another individual to sign written instruments on their behalf. This designation requires a formal, recorded notification process with the board of trustees and village council. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.64 Administration & Government Section Duty to execute laws and perform designated duties; messages to council This section outlines the Mayor's duty to faithfully execute laws and village ordinances. It also requires the Mayor to provide information to the council about village affairs and recommend expedient measures. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.65 Administration & Government Section Powers and duties of mayor pro tem generally This section outlines the powers and duties of the mayor pro tem of Alsip. When elected by the board of trustees, the mayor pro tem assumes all the powers and duties of the mayor while acting in that capacity. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.73 Administration & Government Section Rules prescribed This section outlines the rules of order and procedure for the Alsip board of trustees' meetings, including the roles of the mayor and mayor pro tem, quorum requirements, and the order of business. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.74 Administration & Government Section Fee for filing application for variance from ordinance This section establishes a $70.00 fee for filing an application for a variance to any municipal ordinance, including zoning and fencing ordinances. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 2.75 Administration & Government Section Public participation This section outlines the rules for public participation at Alsip board of trustees meetings, specifying when public comment is allowed, limitations on speech, and the process for individuals wishing to speak during public forums or hearings. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 8.39 Administration & Government Section Definitions This section defines key terms related to civil emergencies and curfews in Alsip. It outlines what constitutes a civil emergency and describes the restrictions imposed by a curfew. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 8.40 Administration & Government Section Construction of article This section clarifies that the article on Mayor's Emergency Powers does not diminish the existing powers of the police and fire departments. It also states that this article should be interpreted in conjunction with other ordinances to ensure citizen safety and welfare. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 8.42 Administration & Government Section Proclamation of emergency by mayor This section authorizes the Mayor of Alsip to declare a local state of emergency. The declaration must be written, under oath, detail the facts and nature of the emergency, and be filed with the village clerk. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 8.43 Administration & Government Section Authority to order curfew This section grants the Mayor of Alsip the authority to impose a general curfew across specific areas or the entire village during a declared civil emergency. The curfew's duration and geographical scope are determined by the Mayor based on public safety and welfare considerations. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 8.44 Administration & Government Section Authority to make certain additional orders This section grants the Alsip Mayor broad executive powers during a declared state of emergency. These powers include taking necessary actions, approving expenditures, authorizing new spending, and ordering the closure or discontinuance of sales for liquor stores, gasoline, and firearms/ammunition. View in Alsip’s full code →
Alsip § 8.45 Administration & Government Section Duration of emergency proclamation; extension This section outlines the duration of an emergency proclamation issued by the mayor, which is effective for up to 48 hours or until the next board meeting, whichever comes first. The mayor has the authority to re-proclaim the emergency every 48 hours as long as it persists. View in Alsip’s full code →