505 ILCS 130/14

The duties and responsibilities of the program operating board shall be prescribed in the authority for each marketing program and to the extent applicable shall include the following: (a) to develop and direct the marketing program; (b) to prepare and approve a budget consistent with estimated receipts and the scope of the marketing program; (c) to formulate and execute assessment procedures, rates and methods of collection; (d) to procure and evaluate data and information necessary for the proper administration and operation of the marketing program; (e) to employ personnel and contract for services which are necessary for the proper operation of the marketing program; (f) to authorize the expenditure of funds and the contracting of expenditures to conduct proper activities of the program; (g) to bond the treasurer and such other persons necessary to insure adequate protection of funds; and (h) to perform such other duties which are necessary to the proper operation of the program.