Illinois Statutes Chapter 55. Counties § 5/5-30007. Compensation, expenses and funds

(1) to employ such planning, legal or other assistance as it may deem necessary;

(2) with the concurrence of the county board to accept, receive and expend funds, grants and services from the federal government, or its agencies; from departments, agencies and instrumentalities of the State and local governments; from private or public foundations; or from other sources;

(3) to contract with respect to any funds, grants or services from whatever sources derived;

(4) to provide such information and reports as may be necessary to secure financial aid.