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27-569: It was preceded by earlier courts. 1845 saw the creation of the County Court of Cook County. In 1849, this was renamed The Cook County Court of Common Pleas. In 1859, this was continued as the newly-founded The Superior Court of Chicago. In 1870, this was formally continued as the Superior Court of Cook County, which was created by the newly-adopted Constitution of Illinois . The Superior Court of Cook County, and its predecessor courts, held roughly

54-408: A limited ability to pass ordinances. Provides for financial matters including obligation of funds, budgeting, spending, and audits. Provides rules for various forms of taxation and state debt. Establishes the goal of free schooling through secondary education and creates a state board of education. Grants each person the "right to a healthful environment." It sets that to be public policy and

81-760: A majority on the board. Section 7 provides procedures to recall the governor. Provides rules for the Illinois General Assembly . Section 1 divides the assembly into two bodies, the Illinois Senate with 59 legislative districts, and the Illinois House of Representatives , with 118 representative districts. Section 2 describes the composition of the two bodies. Section 3 describes legislative redistricting procedures. Section 9 describes procedures involving executive vetoes of legislation. Section 14 describes impeachment rules, under which Governor Blagojevich

108-442: A senior role in internal audit functions. Generally, the title encompasses a variety of responsibilities, from overseeing accounting and monitoring internal controls to countersigning on expenses and commitments. The word is a variant of "controller". The "cont-" or "count-" part in that word was associated with "compt-", a variant of the verb "count". The term, though criticized by lexicographers such as Henry Watson Fowler ,

135-432: A title for a compteroller who specializes in checking financial ledgers . This etymology explains why the name is often pronounced identically to "controller" despite the distinct spelling. However, comptroller is sometimes pronounced phonetically by those unaware of the word's origins or who wish specifically to avoid confusion with "controller". In business, the comptroller is the person who, independently from

162-743: Is an appointment. In Mexico, the comptroller, translated as 'contralor', was established in the public administration during the presidency of Miguel de la Madrid , when he created the Secretariat of the General Comptroller of the Federation  [ es ] in 1982. This ministry was renamed as the Secretariat of the Civil Service by president Vicente Fox in 2003. Nevertheless, several states still name as General Comptroller Office their audit and oversight institutions. Namely, Mexico City has

189-535: Is probably retained in part because in official titles it was deemed useful to have the title dissociated from the word and concept "control". A variant explanation is that comptroller evolved in the 15th century through a blend of the French compte ("an account") and the Middle English countreroller (someone who checks a copy of a scroll, from the French contreroule "counter-roll, scroll copy"), thus creating

216-434: Is the governing document of the state of Illinois . There have been four Illinois Constitutions; the fourth and current version was adopted in 1970 . The current constitution is referred to as the "Constitution of Illinois of 1970" or less formally as the "1970 Constitution." The document is still referred to as the "Constitution of Illinois of 1970" even though there have been amendments to it after 1970. Important features of

243-533: Is uncertain where the subsequent meeting was held. However, John Reynolds later noted that the meeting was largely peaceful although there were questions about how to handle slavery. Succeeding constitutions were ratified in 1848 , 1870 and 1970 . In 1862 a constitutional convention was held, but the changes known as the " Copperhead constitution" were not ratified by the voters. Thomas J. Turner and Tazewell B. Tanner were delegates to an 1863 Illinois constitutional convention. A constitutional convention

270-596: The City of London Corporation , responsible for provision of all legal services. The post of comptroller dates from 1311, and that of City Solicitor from 1544; the two were amalgamated in 1945. The Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks is the head of the UK Intellectual Property Office or Patent Office . The Comptroller and Auditor General is head of the National Audit Office , and

297-609: The chief financial officer in some countries, oversees accounting, and the implementation and monitoring of internal controls. In countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Israel, and Canada, a comptroller or financial comptroller reports to the CFO in companies that have one. Businesses typically use the spelling controller , while government organizations use comptroller . In India, Comptroller

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324-555: The 1970 Constitution include the creation of home rule powers for larger municipalities and other units of local government. The 1970 Constitution has a preamble and 14 articles. The preamble of the 1970 Constitution is as follows: We, the People of the State of Illinois—grateful to Almighty God for the civil, political and religious liberty which He has permitted us to enjoy and seeking His blessing upon our endeavors—in order to provide for

351-735: The Secretariat of the General Comptroller of Mexico City and Jalisco has the Comptroller General Office of the State of Jalisco. The title of comptroller is used in the Royal Household for various offices, including: The Comptroller of the Navy is a post in the Royal Navy responsible for procurement and matériel . The Comptroller and City Solicitor is one of the High Officers of

378-547: The State of Illinois. The bill of rights and contains similar provisions as the United States Bill of Rights , such as freedom of religion, freedom of speech and freedom of assembly. It also contains items not included in the United States Constitution like section 18, which prohibits discrimination based on sex and section 19, which prohibits discrimination based on physical or mental handicaps. Describes

405-490: The budget execution of the government and of government-owned companies . Typically, the independent institution headed by the comptroller general is a member of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions . In American government, the comptroller is effectively the chief financial officer of a public body. In business management , the comptroller is closer to a chief audit executive , holding

432-456: The division of powers into executive , legislative and judicial branches. Describes voting qualifications, disqualifications and other election rules. Section 1 stipulates that a person must be 18 years old and a resident of the state for 30 days to vote. Section 4 provides for the Illinois General Assembly to establish rules for elections . Section 5 establishes rules for the state board of election, requiring for no political party to have

459-473: The duty of individuals to that a healthful environment is maintained. Sets rules for the state militia : "The State militia consists of all able-bodied persons residing in the State except those exempted by law." It establishes the governor as the commander in chief of the militia and grants authority to use the militia to "enforce the laws, suppress insurrection or repel invasion." Establishes rules for persons holding public office. Section 5 prohibits reducing

486-435: The election of constitutional officers, did not take effect for several years. Important features of the fourth Illinois Constitution include the creation of home rule powers for larger municipalities and other units of local government. Comptroller A comptroller (pronounced either the same as controller or as / k ə m p ˈ t r oʊ l ə r / ) is a management -level position responsible for supervising

513-436: The election were whether it was sensible to have a constitution at that time and, if so, whether to form it and how to select appropriate representatives to frame it. Madison , St. Clair , and Gallatin counties were allocated three delegates each, while all other counties were allocated two delegates each. Delegates elected were to attend a meeting at Kaskaskia on August 3. Any record of this election has been lost and it

540-425: The health, safety and welfare of the people; maintain a representative and orderly government; eliminate poverty and inequality; assure legal, social and economic justice; provide opportunity for the fullest development of the individual; insure domestic tranquility; provide for the common defense; and secure the blessings of freedom and liberty to ourselves and our posterity—do ordain and establish this Constitution for

567-435: The measure. 1,069,939 other voters chose neither option. In 2008, there was an effort by citizens to support a convention. Ultimately, the measure was also defeated by a wide margin, 1,493,203 votes for and 3,062,724 against from a total of 5,539,172 votes cast. 983,245 voters chose neither option. (Source: Southwestern Illinois College . Constitution study Guide . The Illinois Constitution .) When statehood for Illinois

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594-510: The pension benefits of public employees. Section 7 provides for public transportation and allows the General Assembly to spend money to provide it. Describes procedures for amending the constitution. Section 1 describes rules for constitutional conventions. This article requires that Illinois voters be asked at least every 20 years if they desire a constitutional convention . In 1988 the measure failed 900,109 votes for and 2,727,144 against

621-402: The quality of accounting and financial reporting of an organization. A financial comptroller is a senior-level executive who acts as the head of accounting, and oversees the preparation of financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements. In most Commonwealth countries, the comptroller general, auditor general, or comptroller and auditor general is the external auditor of

648-459: The same jurisdiction as the original Circuit Court of Cook County. The court ceased to exist in 1964 after an amendment to the Constitution of Illinois took effect, creating of the modern Circuit Court of Cook County , unifying Cook County's court system. Notable individuals who served as judges of the court include: Constitution of Illinois The Constitution of the State of Illinois

675-476: Was approved on April 18, 1818, the U.S. Congress approved the formation of a state constitution. An election for delegates to a state constitutional convention was scheduled for July 6, 1818. All white male U.S. citizens who had resided in the Illinois Territory for at least six months prior to the election, or whom were otherwise qualified to vote for representation, were permitted to vote. The main topics of

702-467: Was held in 1920, but in 1922 the changes were rejected by voters. The Sixth Illinois Constitutional Convention convened on December 8, 1969 and concluded on September 3, 1970. The resulting fourth version of the Illinois Constitution was ratified by special election on December 15, 1970 , and went into effect on July 1, 1971. However, some provisions, such as the change in the dates for

729-617: Was impeached in the House and removed from office after a trial in the Senate. Describes rules for the six state elected members, Governor , Lieutenant Governor , Attorney General , Secretary of State , Comptroller , and Treasurer . Sets up rules for Supreme Court of Illinois , the Illinois Appellate Court , and the circuit or trial courts of Illinois. Provides rules for county, township, and city governments and provides them with

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