Ordinance 2010-45 Ordinance No. 2010 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS,
ESTABLISHING THE YORKVILLE CULTURAL COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the United City of Yorkville (the "City ") is a duly organized and validly existing
non home -rule municipality created in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970
and the laws of the State; and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to establish a cultural commission as authorized by the Illinois
Complied Statutes (65 ILCS 5/11- 45.1 -1 et. seq.) devoted to the exhibition of works of art, the conduct
of programs of music and the performing arts, the establishment of museums, the exhibition of historical
objects, the presentation of dramatic productions, and other exhibitions and performances enhancing the
cultural and intellectual level of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the United City
of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, as follows:
Section 1. That Chapter 9 of Title 2 be and is hereby added to the City Code of the United City
of Yorkville to read as follows:
"Chapter 9
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YORKVILLE CULTURAL COMMISSION
2 -9 -1 COMMISSION ESTABLISHED
There is hereby established the United City of Yorkville Cultural Commission for the purpose of
organizing and producing exhibition of works of art, programs of music and performing arts,
establishment of museums, the exhibition of historical objects, the presentation of dramatic productions
and other exhibitions and performances as deemed desirable to enhance the cultural and intellectual
opportunities of the citizens of the City.
2 -9 -2 MEMBERS
The board shall consist of seven (7) members, with up to three members being non - residents, to be
appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the City Council. Each member shall serve for
three (3) years. The initial terms shall be staggered with three members appointed for a one year term,
two members for a two year term and two members appointed for a three year term. Vacancies
occurring on the Commission shall be filled by appointment to serve for the unexpired term. Removal
of any member of the Commission shall be in conformance with the procedures as set forth in the
Illinois Municipal Code, as from time to time amended.
All members shall be persons who are residents and known to have an interest and /or expertise in the
functions and duties of the Commission. The chairperson shall be appointed by the Mayor. The Mayor
shall also serve as an ex officio member of the Commission. No member shall receive compensation for
serving on the Commission.
2 -9 -3 MEETINGS
The Commission shall meet on a regular basis on a schedule to be established by the members but not
less than once each quarter of the calendar year.
2 -9 -4 DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS
The Commission shall have as its duties and functions:
A. To serve as an advisory body to the Mayor and City Council in developing and fostering the
historical, artistic, dramatic and cultural programs in the City.
B. To recommend and advocate to the Mayor and City Council projects or programs to enhance
and increase the cultural opportunities in the City and venues for the provision of such
projects and programs.
C. To enhance the economic base in the City by promoting opportunities to combine history, art
and culture with economic development.
D. To support and foster strong bonds between and among all cultural, historic and artistic
organizations in the City; encourage new organizations and work cooperatively with other
City Commissions and Committees and other public and private agencies.
E. To provide a vehicle for publicizing all events of various organizations as well as community,
state or national events related to the history, art and culture.
F. To coordinate, recommend and advocate to the Mayor and City Council the use of grants or
gifts to support events and improve the facilities for City events related to history, art and
culture.
G. To work with appropriate City personnel to establish means to elicit public participation in
and support of all City programs.
H. To recommend to the Mayor and City Council various programs calculated to enhance the
viability of any historic, artistic or cultural district established by the City."
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage, approval, and
publication as provided by law.
Passed by the City Council of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois this 0 ,6
day of ( , A.D. 2010.
ROBYN SUTCLIFF T DIANE TEELING V
GARY GOLINSKI ARDEN JOSEPH PLOCHER
WALTER WERDERICH �� MARTY MUNNS
ROSE ANN SPEARS h GEORGE GILSON JR. n
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Approved by me, as Mayor of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois, this o?o�
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day of K0VEM6C2 2010.
Mayor
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