New Center Street Lift Station
New lift station at Center st.
Keeping Your Children and Babysitter Safe While You Are Away
Leaving your children in the care of a babysitter can be a stressful experience. You have prepared the babysitter by going over instructions on the kids’ routines, where to find needed supplies, and important contact information. Did you also prepare your home? With a little preparation you can help ensure your children’s safety and make…
Ensuring a Safe Workplace for All
The benefits of a safe workplace are many and far reaching. To begin with, it provides a safe environment for workers to achieve success. It also prevents accidents. When an on-the-job accident occurs, it does more than just injure the worker who was involved. It affects their families, friends, businesses, and communities. Gary Norland, featured…
Work on Interior of Water Tower
Today the City is having a contractor inspect and remove any sediment from the interior of the water tower. During this process, some of the excess sediment will flow into the water mains. Discolored water is a possibility. The water is safe to drink but may cause laundry issues. As part of the ongoing improvement…
Position Open: LINEMAN
City of Farmer City Position Description LINEMAN Reports to: Electric Superintendent Positions supervised: none Position Description Overview This position, under general supervision of the Electric Superintendent, is responsible for installing components and performing tasks in the construction and maintenance of an electric utility system. This position is skilled journeyman level…
Election Packets for April 7, 2015 election
NOTICE is hereby given that the office of Sandra I Shaw, local election official Will be open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning Monday, December 15, 2014 through Monday, December 22, 2014 for the purpose of accepting candidate petitions or certificates for the following offices: Mayor – 4 year term Council member – 2 seats…
Be Prepared for Electrical Dangers
Natural events such as storms, wild fires, and hurricanes require preparedness, as do blackouts and other events. In addition to an emergency kit, you also need knowledge and information to stay safe in chaotic times. Safe Electricity wants you to understand the dangers your electricity can pose in emergency situations. “Unfortunately, unplanned events—especially weather— can…
Register to Vote/Change of Address by March 10, 2015
Last day to register to vote or for address changes for April 7, 2015 consolidated election is March 10, 2015. To change address or register see Sandy Shaw at City Hall 105 S. Main St. from Monday-Friday 8a.m. through 4 p.m. you are required to show two forms of ID.
Wally Miller Celebrates 30 years at Light Plant
Wally Miller will be celebrating his 30th anniversary working at the Light Plant on Wed., Sept. 17 at Noon.
Michael Faraday: The Man behind Motors, Generators, and Transformers
We would be living in a world without the convenience of modern electricity if it was not for the contributions of Michael Faraday, a British physicist who is considered by some to be one of the most influential scientists of all time. While Faraday’s name might not be on the tip of most people’s tongues,…
Farmer City Raceway History
By Jim Tobin Auto racing came to Farmer City in 1938 and the local track gained immediate recognition throughout the central states. To this date, Farmer City has continued to be recognized as one of the better facilities for motorsports. In it’s 49-year history, there have been three locations for the track, and midget auto…
ORDINANCE 942 Mediacom Franchise Fee
ORDINANCE 942 AN ORDINANCE ADDRESSING THE PAYMENT OF CABLE TELEVISION FRANCHISE FEES IN THE CITY OF FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS WHEREAS, Mediacom Illinois LLC operates a cable television system providing cable television services to households in the City of Farmer City, Illinois authorized under an Authorization to Offer Cable or Video Services granted by the…
Ordinance # 941
Ordinance # 941 ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFENSES AGAINST PUBLIC MORALS REGARDING PUBLIC URINATION AND DEFICATION WITHIN THE CITY OF FARMER CITY WHEREAS, the City of Farmer City is an Illinois municipal corporation, organized and operating pursuant to the Illinois Municipal Code, 65 ILCS 5/1-1-1 et seq.; and WHEREAS, Chapter 134 of the Code of Ordinances…
Blue Ridge Homecoming
On Sunday, September 7, 2014 the Blue Ridge Football Homecoming; the team being called ‘The Ridge’ this year while merged with Ridgeview, with the Mustangs being the mascot for the team. The Homecoming game will be Fri., Sept. 12 starting at 7 p.m. against El Paso-Gridley. The started off the home coming at 2 pm…
Know How to Identify and Help an Electric Shock Victim
Would you know what to do if you encountered an electric shock accident? Knowing critical information ahead of time will help protect you and could save someone’s life. The Safe Electricity program encourages you to be prepared by learning the symptoms of electric shock and knowing how to help someone who gets shocked by electricity.…
September Is National Preparedness Month
Take Steps to Prepare for Emergencies September is National Preparedness Month, and Safe Electricity urges you to prepare for potential electrical dangers related to severe weather. Start by creating a storm preparedness kit with enough supplies to last at least three days in case of a power outage. Also, learn about the local warning systems…
Free Utility Locating Service Available Nationwide
From planting trees to building a deck to putting in a fence—outdoor projects enhance our outdoor living space. Some projects we can do ourselves. For others, we call in the professionals. Safe Electricity encourages both weekend warriors and professionals who work outdoors to be safe and to be sure to avoid underground electrical hazards. To…