Rockford — Part I Ch. 11 Human Rights § 11-102

Equal opportunity compliance officer

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Operative Text

Rockford — Part I Ch. 11 Human Rights § 11-102
The equal opportunity compliance officer shall administer this article and may utilize the resources of the city's several departments and other independent agencies, who may be under contract with the city in furtherance of the purposes of office. The utilization of said resources would be implemented in accordance with the procedures set forth in this chapter. The equal opportunity compliance officer shall be an employee of the department of law.
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Plain English

Section 11-102 of Rockford's Human Rights ordinance establishes the Equal Opportunity Compliance Officer as the designated administrator of the city's human rights article. This officer is housed within the Department of Law and is authorized to draw on the resources of various city departments and contracted independent agencies to carry out the office's purposes. Any use of those resources must follow the procedures outlined in the chapter.

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For Property Managers

Under § 11-102, property owners and managers operating in Rockford should be aware that human rights compliance matters are overseen by the Equal Opportunity Compliance Officer, an employee of the city's Department of Law. Compliant operators generally familiarize themselves with the administrative structure established by this provision, understanding that the officer may coordinate with multiple city departments or contracted agencies when investigating or addressing matters under the article. Keeping records and responding promptly to any inquiries from this office is consistent with good compliance practice.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Section 11-102 identifies the Equal Opportunity Compliance Officer, situated within Rockford's Department of Law, as the administrator responsible for enforcing the human rights article. Tenants who believe their rights under this article have been violated may direct complaints or inquiries to that office, which has the authority to engage city departments and independent agencies in addressing such matters. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services can help individuals understand what options are available under this provision.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

IL Muni § 11-123
IL Muni § 11-101
IL Muni § 11-1
IL Muni § 11-82
IL Muni § 11-105
IL Muni § 11-122
IL Muni § 11-1

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