Ethics Commission
Chicago Board of Ethics
Chicago Ethics
53/100
Summary
The Chicago Board of Ethics is a seven-member board appointed by the Mayor with City Council confirmation. The Board administers and enforces the City's Governmental Ethics Ordinance, including financial disclosure, lobbying registration, campaign finance provisions, and conflicts of interest. The Board has subpoena power and can impose fines up to $20,000 per violation.
Independence Scorecard
53/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Executive discretion |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Municipal Code of Chicago, Chapter 2-156 — Governmental Ethics Ordinance
- Citation
- MCC § 2-156
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
City officials, employees, lobbyists, and persons doing business with the City