Park Forest — Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-28
Duties and functions; meetings; rules of procedure
Operative Text
(a) The primary function of the commission on human relations shall be to improve human relations in the village. Its duties shall include but shall not be limited to: (1) Advising the president and board of trustees on human relations matters; (2) Serving as an educational arm of the village in fields of human relations to all persons, areas, groups and institutions in the village; (3) Acting as a bridge between village government, citizens, and citizen groups; (4) Performing as a catalyst in improving human relations and equitable living conditions; (5) Carrying on research and studies in the field of human relations in an effort to equalize opportunities and lessen prejudice and discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or marital status; and (6) Performing an advocacy role by assisting and encouraging citizens and noncitizen residents in the pursuit of their rights under the laws of the state, the United States and this Code and the ordinances of the village. (b) The commission shall meet regularly and adopt its own rules of procedure, and all meetings shall be held in accordance with such rules. The commission shall submit to the village an annual report and such special reports as it may from time to time deem advisable. The commission shall perform such further duties as may be assigned to it by the president and board of trustees. (c) For purposes of conducting business, a majority of members duly appointed and serving as members shall constitute a quorum.
Park Forest's Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-28 establishes the Commission on Human Relations as the village's primary body for improving human relations. The commission is charged with advising village leadership, conducting research, serving an educational role, and advocating for residents' rights under local, state, and federal law. It must meet regularly under its own rules of procedure, maintain a quorum of a majority of appointed members, and submit annual reports to the village.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Park Forest Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-28, property owners and managers operating in the village should be aware that the Commission on Human Relations actively monitors equitable living conditions and works to reduce discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or marital status. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the commission's educational resources and the rights it advocates for under village ordinances. Engaging constructively with the commission's outreach efforts is consistent with the village's stated goals under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Park Forest Ch. 54 Human Relations § 54-28 establishes a commission that is specifically tasked with helping residents—including noncitizen residents—understand and pursue their rights under village, state, and federal law. Tenants who believe they have experienced discrimination or inequitable treatment may look to the Commission on Human Relations as a resource for information and advocacy. General enforcement paths can include contacting the commission directly, reaching out to a tenant-rights organization, or consulting with a legal aid provider familiar with Park Forest ordinances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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