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§ 3.1-15-5. Officers to be elected. In all cities incorporated under this Code there shall be elected a mayor, alderpersons, a city clerk, and a city treasurer (except in the case of a city of 10,000 or fewer inhabitants that, by ordinance, allows for the appointment of a city treasurer by the mayor, subject to the advice and consent of the city council). In all villages and incorporated towns, there shall be elected a president, trustees, and a clerk, except as otherwise provided in this Code.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Illinois Statutes Chapter 65. Municipalities §-5 5/3.1-15-5. Officers to be elected - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/il/chapter-65-municipalities/il-st-sect-65-5-3-1-15-5/
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