Section 5300.1330  Commission Code of Ethics

Commissioners agree to maintain the highest standards of professional and personal conduct. Each Commissioner shall adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct and support the Commission's mission, goals, and objectives and shall instill in the public a sense of confidence in the Commission's operations. The standard of conduct for the Commission includes, but is not limited to:

a)         being accountable for its rules of procedures and decisions, and promoting accountability of all members of the Commission and Commission staff;

b)         treating all Commission staff, members of the public, and colleagues with courtesy, respect, objectivity, and fairness;

c)         conducting all Commission business in a timely manner and in a transparent manner with full disclosure of policies and procedures, and engaging in the decisionmaking process, except for those matters authorized under the Illinois Human Rights Act and the Open Meetings Act;

d)         reviewing its actions, recommendations, and procedures periodically to determine whether the Commission has adhered to its Code of Ethics and mission in all respects;

e)         being adequately prepared and fully informed to render a decision whenever required;

f)         substantially abiding by the current Illinois Judicial Code of Conduct (Rules 61 through 100.13 of Article I of the Illinois Supreme Court Rules).

(Source:  Added at 44 Ill. Reg. 18930, effective November 23, 2020)