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AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER IV OF THE CODE OF THE CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT
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To the Honorable Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Park District:
I. Recommendation
It is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the amendments to Chapter IV of the Code of the Chicago Park District.
II. Explanation
Chapter 70 ILCS 1505/7.02 enables the Board of Commissioners to “establish by ordinance all needful rules and regulations for the government and protection of parks.” Therefore, it is recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendments to Chapter IV to clarify the definition of retaliation to include retaliation for reports made directly to a supervisor/manager; update the definition of “Vulnerable Adult” to make it consistent with policy; add interference with an investigation to the list of Prohibited Conduct; add the Gender Diversity Policy to the list of policies related to the Human Rights Ordinance; and insert language to specify that the files and reports of the Office of Prevention and Accountability are confidential. The proposed amendments are set forth in in the enclosed Exhibit A (note, only relevant sections are shown).
The Chicago Park District did not receive any comments regarding this amendment during the forty-five (45)-day public notice period.
The General Superintendent recommends that the Board approve the amendments to Chapter IV of the Code as set forth in Exhibit A to the Ordinance.
Upon final approval, the General Counsel shall review, prepare and publish electronic copies of the Code of the Chicago Park District that have been revised by reason of these amendments.