REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY FEBRUARY 6, 2017 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PRELIMINARY MATTERS Call to order Roll call Pledge of allegiance to the flag Proclamations/presentations/recognitions Public Comments SECTION I CONSENT AGENDA The following items will be adopted on a single motion without discussion unless a council member…
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BRHS Key Club and Kiwanis Club of FC are sponsoring a Chili Supper on Thursday, February 16 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Blue Ridge High School. Cost is $5 per adult and $3 per child 12 and under. Meal includes Imo’s Delicious Chili with all the fixings, desert and drink. Proceeds support numerous service…
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Kindergarten Registration and Orientation will be held on Tuesday, March 14 at 6 p.m. in the Schneider School Cafeteria, 309 N. John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. Students who turn 5 on or before September 1, 2017 are eligible for Kindergarten. Parents only may attend the orientation session (no children please). Parents will need to bring…
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AGES 3-5 Blue Ridge School District #18 will conduct free preschool screenings on March 16 and 17 at Schneider Elementary School, 309 North John Street, Farmer City, Illinois. The developmental screening is for children who are 3 or 4 years old at the time of the screening. Children who turn 5 on or before…
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The City of Farmer City, in partnership with the Illinois Municipal Utilities Association (IMUA), is again offering a scholarship competition program for eligible high school seniors. Each eligible applicant is asked to submit an application and an essay of 500 words or less addressing their choice of one of three utility-related questions (see website). …
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If you’re not planning to stick around for the holidays, the Energy Education Council offers some advice to help your electricity run efficiently and safely while you are away. These simple tips will not only lower your energy bill but will also help keep your house safe in your absence: Unplug some of your household…
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ORDINANCE 973 AN ORDINANCE DEFINING “LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRAVEL EXPENSE CONTROL ACT” WHICH BECAME EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2017 PUBLIC ACT 99-0604 WHEREAS, the Illinois General Assembly has recently enacted Public Act 90-0604, on January 1, 2017; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Act, non-home rule units of local government are require to establish regulations with respect…
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY JANUARY 23, 2017 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PRELIMINARY MATTERS Call to order Roll call Pledge of allegiance to the flag Proclamations/presentations/recognitions SECTION I CONSENT AGENDA The following items will be adopted on a single motion without discussion unless a council member requests separate consideration. Approval of the…
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Last year showed us how the polar vortex can bring high winds, sub-zero temperatures, and ice to many parts of the country. This dangerous winter weather can cause hazardous road conditions, downed power lines, and extended power outages. Be sure to stay safe before, during, and after a winter storm hits. If power lines go…
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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY JANUARY 9, 2017 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PRELIMINARY MATTERS Call to order Roll call Pledge of allegiance to the flag Proclamations/presentations/recognitions SECTION I CONSENT AGENDA The following items will be adopted on a single motion without discussion unless a council member requests separate…
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Space heaters can be a quick way to heat up a room. However, they can be as dangerous as they are convenient if used improperly. Space heaters case 25,000 home fires a year, and 6,000 emergency room visits, according to the Harvard University Environmental Health & Safety group. Approximately one-third of all house fires nationwide…
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ATTACHMENT TO RESOLUTION 2016-34 CITY OF FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS 2017 MEETING AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE The following dates are scheduled as regular 2017 meeting dates of the Farmer City, City Council (regular time 7 p.m.) January 9 and 23 …
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY DECEMBER 5, 2016 7:00 P.M. AGENDA PRELIMINARY MATTERS Call to order Roll call Pledge of allegiance to the flag Proclamations/presentations/recognitions Public Comments SECTION I CONSENT AGENDA The following items will be adopted on a single motion without discussion unless a council member requests separate consideration. Approval…
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Candidates for City Council 2017 Election: Two – 4 year terms: Scott Kelley J Willard McKinley Charles Tharp Jr One – 2 year term: Jessica DeMarse Mary Friedrich Erin McKinley
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The water department has announced that they will flush fire hydrants beginning November 28. Please note that this may cause some temporary discoloration in the water. The town will be divided into sections, this keeping the water in the tower at a safe level during this process.