Farmer City Council Minutes April 6, 2015
MINUTES OF THE FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 6, 2015 7 p.m. …
Don’t Take Any Chances with Your Safety. Don’t Get Caught in a Storm.
On a hot, summer day Stephen Wald, his two boys and their friend found themselves caught in a terrifying thunderstorm. They ended up only seconds away from being in an accident with an overhead power line that was brought down by the force of the storm. They know the situation could have ended tragically and…
ORDINANCE 947 – AMENDING ORDINANCE 504
ORDINANCE 947 AMENDING ORDINANCE 504 “AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO ANIMALS WHEREAS, THE City of Farmer City believes that an ordinance regulating the custodial care of various types and breeds of cats, dogs and other domesticated animals is necessary within the corporate limits of the City of Farmer City. WHEREAS, the City further recognizes that all…
Be Prepared for Severe Storms
Severe storms are more common in the spring and summer, but they can occur any time of year. Make sure you are prepared for a storm and know how to stay safe. Download Storm Prepardness Checklist Before the storm: Assemble a kit of essentials, like water, battery-operated flashlights and radios. Keep a list of emergency…
Benjamin Franklin’s Electric Breakthroughs Still Keep Homes Safe
Benjamin Franklin is remembered as a writer, politician, scientist, and inventor. His discoveries related to electricity are still important to this day, and fortunately we have a better understanding of how to safely use electricity. The Energy Education Council encourages you to learn from Benjamin Franklin and practice safety around electricity. Benjamin Franklin was fascinated…
Energy Education Council Shares Efficiency Tips for 2015
(SPRINGFIELD, Ill.) -Saving money is a popular New Year’s resolution. The Energy Education Council has tips to help consumers save money in 2015 by cutting energy use and costs. “We want consumers to understand their energy bills and know how they can cut costs,” says Molly Hall, executive director of the Energy Education Council. The…
e-SMARTkids
Safe Electricity knows teachers play a critical role in helping students learn to use energy safely and responsibly. This site gives you the resources you need to achieve this important goal. Explore our curriculum-based games and videos and download our video guides. Then let us know what you think. We welcome your feedback! e-SMARTkids uses…
Farmer City Council Minutes March 2, 2015
MINUTES OF THE FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 2, 2015 7 p.m. Roll call Present: Councilmembers Harden, Hawn, McKinley, Pearl and Mayor Mike JenkinsAlso in attendance: City Manager Larry Woliung and City Clerk Sandy Shaw Absent: Pledge of allegiance to the flag Proclamations/presentations Public Comments agenda items…
Be Fire Prevention Smart- Don’t get burned
Electricity usually makes life easier by powering kitchen appliances, gadgets, and electronics we use for entertainment. However, that same electricity contains the potential to destroy homes and take lives. Electric fires are more destructive than any other type of fire, and they are twice as deadly. Safe Electricity has the following information to help you keep…
Farmer City BMX Race Schedule
April 4th thru August 29th – Saturday racing, registration 4:30-6 Racing ASAP June 11th thru August 27th – Thursday racing, registration 5-7 Racing ASAP September 5th thru October 31st – Saturday racing, registration 2-3:30 Racing ASAP Special Races: Annual Race for Life (Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fundraiser) on Sat., June 13th, Registration from 4:30p-6p. Olympic…
Farmer City Council Minutes Feb. 2, 2015
MINUTES OF THE FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 2015 7 p.m. Roll call Present: Councilmembers Hawn, Pearl and Mayor Mike Jenkins Also in attendance: City Manager Larry Woliung and Deputy City Clerk Angie Wanserski Absent: Councilmembers Harden and McKinley, City Clerk Sandy Shaw: Pledge of allegiance…
Blue Ridge “Meet the School Board Candidate Night”
The Blue Ridge Federation of Teachers and the Farmer City Kiwanis will be holding “Meet the School Board Candidate” night on Monday, March 30, 2015 at 7:00 pm in the Schneider Elementary School Cafeteria in Farmer City. Would you like to meet the candidates that are running for the Blue Ridge School Board and have…
Call 811 Kids Info on Digging
Dial 811 from anywhere in the country a few days prior to digging, and your call will be routed to your local One Call Center. Tell the operator where you’re planning to dig, what type of work you will be doing and your affected local utilities companies will be notified about your intent to dig.…