§ 34.15 TAX IMPOSED. A tax is imposed upon all persons engaged in the business of renting automobiles in this city at the rate of 1% of the gross receipts from those sales made in the course of such business while this subchapter is in effect, in accordance with the provisions of § 8-11-7 of…
§ 34.01 TAX IMPOSED. A tax is hereby imposed upon the privilege of using in this city an automobile which is rented from a renter outside the state and which is titled or registered with an agency of this state’s government in this city at the rate of 1% of the rental price of that…
§ 132.03 PUBLIC INTOXICATION. (A) No person shall within the city consume intoxicating liquor while located on the sidewalks, streets, parking lots or other municipal or public property in the city or permit any open bottle, container, can or other utensil containing intoxicating liquor to be placed or located upon any sidewalk, street, municipal parking…
§ 132.02 CURFEW FOR MINORS; HOURS; EXCEPTIONS; ENFORCEMENT. (A) Definitions. (1) CURFEW HOURS. (a) 11:00 p.m. on any Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday until 6:00 a.m. the following day; and (b) 12:01 a.m. until 6:00 a.m. on any Saturday or Sunday. (2) EMERGENCY. An unforeseen combination of circumstances or the resulting state that calls…
§ 92.15 DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this subchapter, the words and phrases used herein shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them under the Illinois Snowmobile Registration and Safety Act, ILCS Ch. 625, Act 40, § 1-1, et seq., as thereafter amended. (Ord. 481, passed 2-18-80) § 92.16 SNOWMOBILE ROUTE DESIGNATIONS. (A) It shall…
§ 111.01 LICENSE REQUIRED. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in the business of hawker or peddler of any merchandise, article or thing without having first obtained a license therefor. (Ord. 480, passed 2-4-80) Penalty, see § 111.99 § 111.02 APPLICATION FOR LICENSE. Applications for licenses shall be made…
§ 35.01 ESTABLISHMENT. There is hereby created the City Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) to prevent, minimize, repair, and alleviate injury or damage resulting from disaster caused by enemy attack, sabotage or other hostile actions or from natural or manmade disaster, in accordance with “The Illinois Emergency Services and Disaster Act of 1975.” (Ord.…
§ 36.01 ESTABLISHMENT. There is hereby established a municipal ambulance service for the purpose of providing emergency transportation of sick, injured, wounded or otherwise incapacitated or helpless persons within the limits of the city and beyond the limits of the city where contractual agreements with local governmental units have been or may be made. (Ord.…
§ 92.01 CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC SIDEWALKS; PETITION AND PAYMENT. (A) Public sidewalks may be constructed upon petition signed by the owner or owners of real property abutting the line of the proposed sidewalk according to the provisions of this section and the rules and regulations of the Street and Alley Committee of the City Council.…
(CITY, state)—A little rain and temperatures hovering around 32 degrees are the right blend for an ice storm that can bring down trees and power lines. While ice-covered branches may be beautiful, heavy ice accumulation will pull down utility wires, disrupting electric and communication services. “A power line does not need to be sparking or…
A new year is a chance for a new beginning. If you want a new beginning that involves saving money, the Energy Education Council has the following tips: Heating and Cooling – Since heating and cooling is such a big cost, it is a good place to begin your savings. During winter, dress warmly and…
Space heaters can be an attractive way to heat up a room or area when the weather is cold. However, space heaters can be dangerous if used incorrectly. The Safe Electricity program urges all members of a household to understand the importance of using space heaters safely and offers the following precautions for using electric…
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2013 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PRELIMINARY MATTERS 1. Call to order 2. Roll call 3. Pledge of allegiance to the flag 4. Proclamations/presentations/recognitionsRick Hardesty, board member of the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency, presenting the City of Famer City with a certificate of achievement for recognition…
AGENDA ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT #1 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS 105 SOUTH MAIN STREET FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2013 5:00 P.M. 1. Consideration of request from Farmer City Market, 404 S Main, for freezers, meat case, produce case, inside and outside building paint and pave parking lot 2.. …
After a winter storm has delivered snow, ice, wind, snow drifts, and sub-zero temperatures and power outages, do you know what to do? What steps should be taken to keep everyone safe and warm as recovery begins? Many hazards can remain after the storm is gone. Dangers that might have to be dealt with after…
Gift Ideas That Make the Home Safer All Year This holiday season, why not give a gift that lasts year-round and could save a life? That is exactly what you can do by purchasing electrical safety devices. Safe Electricity has the following recommendations for safe gifts. The different prices and purposes of these gifts…
The science of electricity led to the development of a very practical and convenient home lighting device—the light bulb. Ever since, light bulbs have been lighting up our nights and allowing us to work, read, and see for longer periods of time. They are such an integral part of our everyday lives that it is…
While you’re busy in the kitchen preparing your family’s holiday feast, the Safe Electricity program wants to help keep your family safe: Inspect all small appliances and electric cords to make sure they are in good condition before using them. Don’t use appliances if cords are cracked or frayed. Read the operating instructions of any…
