§615.60. Reporting Requirements

a)         Within 12 months after being designated a cultural district, the State-designated cultural district shall submit a report to the Department detailing its current programs and goals for the next 4 years of its designation. [20 ILCS 605/605-1057(f)] The report shall include:

 

1)         Detailed development plans that include and prioritize the preservation of local businesses and retention of existing residents and businesses;

 

2)         A description of an education framework in place, informed with a vision of food justice, social justice, community sustainability, and social equity;

 

3)         A description of existing infrastructure needs in order to expand economic opportunity for businesses and residents;

 

4)         A description and data regarding affordable housing needs for existing residents and plans for how those goals can be achieved;

 

5)         Development plans for transportation improvements that will help residents reach employment and make the community accessible to visitors;

 

6)         Detailed plans to address gaps in ability for families to easily access affordable fruits, vegetables, and produce;

 

7)         List of opportunities for cultural celebration, both for existing residents and visitors; and

 

8)         Plans to promote the district and its events to visitors in traditional and digital media.

 

b)         For each year after the initial reporting period that the district remains a State-designated cultural district, it shall submit a detailed report on the status of the program and future developments of the district.

 

c)         Any State-designated cultural district that fails to file a report for 2 consecutive years shall have their status as a cultural district terminated. [20 ILCS 605/605-1057(f)]