AGENDA ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT #1 CITY HALL – COUNCIL CHAMBERS 105 SOUTH MAIN STREET FARMER CITY, ILLINOIS MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2014 4 p.m. Consideration of a request from The Diamond Tap – 312 and 314 S Main Consideration of a request from Wizzy’s 306 S Main Street Consideration of…
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When the crops are ready to be harvested, farmers have only a window of time—between weather events, equipment breakdowns, and life events—to get the best quality crop out of the field. To make the most of this time, farm workers trying to get as much work done as possible. Safe Electricity offers safety tips for…
DetailsPath with the United Way of McLean County offer Illinois 2-1-1 service. If you need help Illinois 2-1-1 this service connects you to organizations that will help you with: Emergency Shelter Food Pantries Day Care Rent or Utility Assistance Elderly Care Mental Health Services Employment Health Resources Educational/Vocational Training Disabilities Resources Drug/Alcohol Rehabilitation Domestic Abuse…
DetailsShow Bus Public Transportation is available for those in DeWitt County 1-800-525-2454 www.showbusonline.org DeWitt County Service SHOW BUS has been the Public Transportation Provider for all of DeWitt County since 2008. With the help of the DeWitt County Coalition, the DeWitt County Board, and all our friends, Public Transportation is growing rapidly in DeWitt…
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ORDINANCE 943 AMENDING CHAPTER 30: GOVERNMENTAL STRUCTURE PROCEDURES: STANDING RULES 30.136 ORDER OF BUSINESS WHEREAS, the city of Farmer City is an Illinois municipal corporation, organized and operating pursuant to the laws and constitution of the state of Illinois; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, by the mayor and city council of the city of…
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New lift station at Center st.
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…
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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…
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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…
DetailsCity 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…
DetailsNOTICE 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…
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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…
DetailsLast 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 will be celebrating his 30th anniversary working at the Light Plant on Wed., Sept. 17 at Noon.
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,…
DetailsBy 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…
DetailsORDINANCE 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…
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