a. Obtain the Sex Offender Residency Appeal Application from the Village Clerk or you can download the form by clicking the link above.
b. Make sure ALL questions are answered or your form will NOT be accepted. Return form along with the $25 processing fee to the Village Clerk’s office.
c. Your hearing will not be scheduled until the form is complete, and all requested documents are submittd. You will receive a written letter informing you of the date of your hearing.
d. The Sex Offenders Residency Board will consider any oral, written, or emailed statements from any person at the hearing, or received before the meeting, and there will be record of that information. The hearing will also be taped.
e. A written decision will be mailed to applicants.
f. If the Sex Offenders Residency Board’s decision is unsatisfactory, you may appeal to the Circuit Court, and would have 30 days from the filing of the final decision to file an appeal with the Circuit Court.
** Note that for individuals who violate the Ordinance, there can be a fine imposed of up to $500 per day.