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70 ILCS 200/30-35
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 30 - Bowdre Township Civic Center

(70 ILCS 200/30-35)Sec. 30-35.     Standard civic center provisions incorporated by reference.     The following Sections of this Code are incorporated by  reference into this Article:Section 2-5.  Definitions.Section 2-10.  Lawsuits; common seal.Section 2-17. Duties; auditorium and other buildings.Section 2-21. Rights and powers.Section 2-25.  Incurring obligations.Section 2-30. Prompt payment.Section 2-36. Acquisition of property from person or governmental agency.Section 2-40.  Federal money.Section 2-45. Insurance.Section 2-51. Borrowing; revenue bonds; mandamus or other actions to compel  performance.Section 2-75. Board members; financial matters; conflict of interest.Section 2-90.  Organization of the Board.Section 2-95. Meetings; action by 5 Board members.Section 2-101. Secretary; treasurer; funds deposited in bank or savings and  loan association.Section 2-106. Funds; compliance with Public Funds Investment Act.Section 2-110. Signatures on checks or drafts.Section 2-115.  General manager; other appointments.Section 2-120. Ordinances, rules, and regulations; fines and penalties.Section 2-127. Contracts; award to other than highest or lowest bidder by  four-fifths vote.Section 2-130. Bids and advertisements.Section 2-140. State financial support.Section 2-145. Anti-trust laws.Section 2-150. Tax exemption.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/Art. 35 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

 ARTICLE 35.  BROWNSTOWN PARK DISTRICT CIVIC CENTER
70 ILCS 200/35-1
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-1.     Short title.     This Article may be cited as the  Brownstown Park District Civic Center Law of 1997.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-5.     Definitions.     When used in this Article:"Authority" means the Brownstown Park District Civic Center Authority."Board" means the governing and administrative body of the Brownstown  Park District Civic Center Authority."Metropolitan area" means all that territory in the State of Illinois lying  within the corporate boundaries of the Brownstown Park District in the County  of Fayette.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-10.     Authority created; principal office.     There  is hereby created a political subdivision, body  politic and municipal corporation by the name and style of the Brownstown  Park District Civic Center Authority in the metropolitan area.The principal office of  the Authority shall be in the Village of Brownstown.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-15.     Board created.     The governing and  administrative body of the Authority shall  be a board consisting of 9 members and shall be known as the Brownstown  Park District Civic  Center Authority Board.  The  members of the board shall be individuals of generally recognized ability  and integrity.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-20.     Board members appointed.     Within 60 days  after September 3, 1985 (the effective date of Article 5 of Public Act  84-245), the President  of the Village of Brownstown with the advice and consent  of the Village board of trustees shall appoint 3 members of the  Board for initial terms expiring June 1, 1986; 3 members for initial terms  expiring June 1, 1987; and 3 members for initial terms expiring June 1,  1988.  The successors of the initial members shall be appointed in like manner  for 3 year terms from the  date of appointment, except in case of an appointment to fill a  vacancy.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-25.     Removal of Board members.     The appointing officer, with the advice and consent of the village  board of trustees, may remove any member of the Board appointed  by him, in case of incompetency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office,  after service on him, by registered United States mail, return requested,  of a copy of the written charges against him and an opportunity to be publicly  heard in person or by counsel in his own defense upon not less than 10 days'  notice.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-30
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

Sec. 35-30.     Bidders; civil action to compel compliance.     Any bidder who has submitted a bid in compliance with the requirements  for bidding under this Article may  bring a civil action in the circuit  court of Fayette county  in which the metropolitan area is located to compel  compliance with the provisions of this Article relating  to the awarding of contracts by the Board.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/35-35
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 35 - Brownstown Park District Civic Center

(70 ILCS 200/35-35)Sec. 35-35.     Standard civic center provisions incorporated by reference.     The following Sections of this Code are incorporated by reference into this  Article:Section 2-3. Purpose.Section 2-5.  Definitions.Section 2-10.  Lawsuits; common seal.Section 2-15. Duties; auditorium, recreational, and other buildings; lease  of space.Section 2-20. Rights and powers, including eminent domain.Section 2-25.  Incurring obligations.Section 2-35.  Acquisition of property from person, State, or local  agency.Section 2-40.  Federal money.Section 2-45. Insurance.Section 2-50.  Borrowing; revenue bonds; suits to compel performance.Section 2-55. Bonds; nature of indebtedness.Section 2-60. Investment in bonds.Section 2-75. Board members; financial matters; conflict of interest.Section 2-80. Board members' oath.Section 2-85. Board members; vacancy in office.Section 2-90.  Organization of the Board.Section 2-95. Meetings; action by 5 Board members.Section 2-100. Secretary; treasurer.Section 2-105. Funds.Section 2-110. Signatures on checks or drafts.Section 2-115.  General manager; other appointments.Section 2-122. Rules and regulations; penalties.Section 2-125. Contracts; award to other than highest or lowest bidder by  vote of 5 Board members.Section 2-130. Bids and advertisements.Section 2-135. Report and financial statement.Section 2-140. State financial support.Section 2-145. Anti-trust laws.Section 2-150. Tax exemption.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/Art. 40 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

 ARTICLE 40.  CARBONDALE CIVIC CENTER
70 ILCS 200/40-1
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-1.     Short title.     This Article may be cited as the  Carbondale Civic Center Law of 1997.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-5.     Definitions.     When used in this Article:"Authority" means the Carbondale Civic Center Authority."Board" means the governing and administrative body of the Carbondale  Civic  Center Authority."Metropolitan area" means all that territory in the State of Illinois  lying within the corporate boundaries of the  City of Carbondale.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-10.     Authority created; principal office.     There  is hereby created a  political subdivision,  body politic  and municipal corporation by the name and style of the Carbondale  Civic Center  Authority in the metropolitan area.The principal office  of the Authority shall be in the City of Carbondale.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-15.     Board created.     The governing and  administrative body of the Authority shall  be a board consisting of 9 members and shall be known as the Carbondale  Civic  Center Authority Board.  The members of the Board shall be individuals of  generally recognized ability and integrity.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-20.     Board members appointed.     Within 60 days  after September 11, 1989 (the effective date of Article 2 of Public Act  86-907), the  mayor of Carbondale,  with the advice and consent of the  city council, shall appoint 3 members of the  Board for initial terms  expiring June 1, 1990; 3 members for initial terms expiring June 1, 1991;  and 3 members for initial terms expiring June 1, 1992.  The successors of  the initial members shall be appointed in like manner for 3 year terms from  the date of appointment, except in case of an appointment to fill a  vacancy.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-25.     Removal of Board members.     The mayor of Carbondale, with the advice and consent of  the city council, may remove any member of the  Board appointed by him, in case of incompetency, neglect of duty or  malfeasance in office, after service on him, by registered United States  mail, return receipt requested, of a copy of the written charges against  him and an opportunity to be publicly heard in person or by counsel in his  own defense upon not less than 10 days notice.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-30
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

Sec. 40-30.     Bidders; civil action to compel compliance.     Any bidder who has submitted a bid in compliance with the requirements  for bidding under this Article may bring a civil action in the Circuit  Court of Jackson County  in which the metropolitan area is located to compel compliance with the  provisions of this Article relating to the awarding of contracts by  the Board.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/40-35
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 40 - Carbondale Civic Center

(70 ILCS 200/40-35)Sec. 40-35.     Standard civic center provisions incorporated by reference.     The following Sections of this Code are incorporated by reference into this  Article:Section 2-3. Purpose.Section 2-5.  Definitions.Section 2-10.  Lawsuits; common seal.Section 2-15. Duties; auditorium, recreational, and other buildings; lease  of space.Section 2-20. Rights and powers, including eminent domain.Section 2-25.  Incurring obligations.Section 2-30. Prompt payment.Section 2-35.  Acquisition of property from person, State, or local  agency.Section 2-40.  Federal money.Section 2-45. Insurance.Section 2-50.  Borrowing; revenue bonds; suits to compel performance.Section 2-55. Bonds; nature of indebtedness.Section 2-60. Investment in bonds.Section 2-75. Board members; financial matters; conflict of interest.Section 2-80. Board members' oath.Section 2-85. Board members; vacancy in office.Section 2-90.  Organization of the Board.Section 2-95. Meetings; action by 5 Board members.Section 2-100. Secretary; treasurer.Section 2-105. Funds.Section 2-110. Signatures on checks or drafts.Section 2-115.  General manager; other appointments.Section 2-122. Rules and regulations; penalties.Section 2-125. Contracts; award to other than highest or lowest bidder by  vote of 5 Board members.Section 2-130. Bids and advertisements.Section 2-135. Report and financial statement.Section 2-140. State financial support.Section 2-145. Anti-trust laws.Section 2-150. Tax exemption.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/Art. 45 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

 ARTICLE 45.  CAVE IN ROCK TOWNSHIP CIVIC CENTER
70 ILCS 200/45-1
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-1.     Short title.     This Article may be cited as  the Cave in Rock Township Civic Center Law of 1997.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-5.     Definitions.     In this Article:"Authority" means the Cave in Rock Township Civic Center Authority."Board" means the governing and administrative body of the Cave in Rock  Township Civic Center Authority."Metropolitan area" means all that territory in the State of Illinois  lying within the corporate boundaries of  Cave in Rock Township in Hardin County.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-10.     Creation of Authority.(a) The Cave in Rock Township Civic Center Authority is created as a  political subdivision, body politic, and municipal corporation in the  metropolitan area.(b) The principal office  of the Authority shall be in Cave in Rock Township.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-12
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-12.     Powers.     The Authority has the following  powers:(a) To acquire, purchase, own, construct, lease as lessee, or in any  other way acquire, improve, extend, repair, reconstruct, regulate, operate,  equip, and maintain exhibition centers, civic auditoriums, cultural  facilities, and office buildings, including sites, parking areas, and  commercial facilities for those structures, located within the metropolitan  area.(b) To plan for grounds, centers, and auditoriums; to plan,  sponsor, hold, arrange, and finance fairs, industrial, cultural, educational,  trade, and scientific exhibits, shows, and events; and to use or allow the use  of those grounds, centers, and auditoriums for the holding of fairs,  exhibits, shows, and events, whether conducted by the Authority or some other  person or governmental agency.(c) To fix and collect just, reasonable, and nondiscriminatory (i)  charges and rents for the use of its parking areas and facilities, grounds,  centers, buildings, and auditoriums and (ii) admission charges to fairs,  shows, exhibits, and events sponsored or held by the Authority.  The charges  collected may be made available to defray the reasonable expenses of the  Authority and to pay the principal of and interest on any bonds issued by  the Authority.(d) To enter into contracts treating in any manner with the objects and  purposes of this Article.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-15
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-15.     Creation of the Board.     The governing and  administrative  body of the Authority shall be a board consisting of 7 members and shall be  known as the Cave in Rock Township Civic Center Authority Board.  The  members of the Board shall be individuals of generally recognized ability  and integrity.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-20.     Members of the Board appointed.     Within  60 days after September 11, 1990 (the effective date of Article 1 of Public  Act 86-1414), the village president of the village of Cave in Rock,  with the advice and consent of the corporate authorities of the village of  Cave in Rock, shall appoint 3 members of the Board for initial terms  expiring June 1, 1991; 2 members for initial terms expiring June 1, 1992;  and 2 members for initial terms expiring June 1, 1993.  The successors of  the initial members shall be appointed in like manner for 3 year terms from  the date of appointment, except in case of an appointment to fill a  vacancy for an unexpired term.  At least 3 members of the  Board shall be residents of that part of the township of Cave in Rock  outside the corporate limits of the village of Cave in Rock.  The remaining  members shall be residents of the village of Cave in Rock.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-25
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

Sec. 45-25.     Removal of Board members.     The village president of the village of  Cave in Rock, with the advice and consent of the corporate authorities of  the village of Cave in Rock, may remove any member of the Board in case of  incompetency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office, after service on  the member, by registered United States mail, return receipt requested, of  a copy of the written charges against the member and after an opportunity  to be publicly heard in person or by counsel in his or her own defense upon  being notified not less than 10 days before the hearing.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/45-30
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 45 - Cave In Rock Township Civic Center

(70 ILCS 200/45-30)Sec. 45-30.     Standard civic center provisions incorporated by reference.     The following Sections of this Code are incorporated by  reference into this  Article:Section 2-3. Purpose.Section 2-5.  Definitions.Section 2-10.  Lawsuits; common seal.Section 2-15. Duties; auditorium, recreational, and other buildings; lease  of space.Section 2-25.  Incurring obligations.Section 2-30. Prompt payment.Section 2-35.  Acquisition of property from person, State, or local  agency.Section 2-40.  Federal money.Section 2-45. Insurance.Section 2-50.  Borrowing; revenue bonds; suits to compel performance.Section 2-55. Bonds; nature of indebtedness.Section 2-60. Investment in bonds.Section 2-75. Board members; financial matters; conflict of interest.Section 2-80. Board members' oath.Section 2-85. Board members; vacancy in office.Section 2-90.  Organization of the Board.Section 2-96. Meetings; action by 4 Board members.Section 2-100. Secretary; treasurer.Section 2-105. Funds.Section 2-110. Signatures on checks or drafts.Section 2-115.  General manager; other appointments.Section 2-122. Rules and regulations; penalties.Section 2-126. Contracts; award to other than highest or lowest bidder by  vote of 4 Board members.Section 2-130. Bids and advertisements.Section 2-132. Bidders; civil action to compel compliance.Section 2-135. Report and financial statement.Section 2-140. State financial support.Section 2-145. Anti-trust laws.Section 2-150. Tax exemption.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/Art. 50 heading
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

 ARTICLE 50.  CENTRE EAST CIVIC CENTER
70 ILCS 200/50-1
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

Sec. 50-1.     Short title.     This Article may be cited as the Centre East  Civic Center Law of 1997.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/50-5
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

Sec. 50-5.     Definitions.     As used in this Article, unless  the context otherwise requires:"Authority" means the Centre East Metropolitan Exposition, Auditorium and  Office Building Authority."Board" means the governing and administrative body of the Centre East  Metropolitan Exposition, Auditorium and Office Building Authority."Metropolitan area" means all that territory in the State of Illinois lying  within the corporate boundaries of Niles Township  or any municipality a  part of which lies within Niles Township.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/50-10
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

Sec. 50-10.     Authority created; principal office.     There  is hereby created a unit of local government known as the  Centre East Metropolitan  Exposition, Auditorium and Office Building Authority in the metropolitan  area.The principal office  of the Authority shall be in the Village of Skokie.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/50-16
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

Sec. 50-16.     Bonds; nature of indebtedness.     Under no  circumstances shall any bonds issued by the Authority be or  become an indebtedness or obligation of the State of Illinois or  any unit of local government or school district  within the State, nor shall  any such bond or obligation be or become an indebtedness of the Authority  within the purview of any constitutional limitation or provision, and it  shall be plainly stated on the face of each bond that it does not  constitute such an indebtedness or obligation but is payable solely from  revenues or income.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/50-17
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

Sec. 50-17.     Investment in bonds.     The State and all  counties, cities, villages, incorporated towns and  other units of local government and public bodies, and  public officers of any thereof, all banks, bankers, trust companies,  savings banks and institutions, building and loan associations, savings and  loan associations, investment companies and other persons carrying on an  insurance business and all executors, administrators, guardians, trustees  and other fiduciaries may legally invest any sinking funds, moneys or other  funds belonging to them or within their control in any bonds issued  pursuant to this Article.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)
70 ILCS 200/50-20
2021 Illinois Compiled Statutes|Chapter 70 - SPECIAL DISTRICTS|70 ILCS 200/ - Civic Center Code.|Article 50 - Centre East Civic Center

Sec. 50-20.     Board created.     The governing and  administrative body of the Authority shall be a  board  consisting of 9 members and shall be known as the Centre East Metropolitan  Exposition, Auditorium and Office Building Board.  The members of the board  shall be individuals of generally recognized ability and integrity.    (Source: P.A. 90-328, eff. 1-1-98.)