If you are the proud owner of a brand new home, your to-do list is probably pretty long. One item you might consider moving a little closer to the top of that list is making sure your brand new investment is electrically sound. Your home’s electrical system is one of its most crucial elements and…
DetailsFull Ordinances as of 2008, in PDF format, right click and save as to save a copy to your computer: Farmer City Ordinances 2008-web
DetailsIf you plan on using electrical equipment while you work outside, it is important that your equipment is plugged into a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). A GFCI monitors the flow of electricity in a circuit. If there is an irregularity, even a very small one, the flow of electricity is shut off, preventing an…
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DetailsSometimes utilities must put trucks and personnel in roadways to make repairs or install new equipment to keep power on at your home and business. Workers in these situations might already be facing the hazards of dealing with high voltage, and they increase their risk when establishing a work zone in the roadway. No matter…
DetailsWhen temperatures are warm and the power goes out, there are other ways we can stay cool, comfortable, and safe. Following these suggestions from the Safe Electricity program will make it easier to cope with a power outage when the weather is warm: Keep freezers and refrigerators closed! The food will stay fresh longer if…
Details“I want the new picture right there, dear.” And with those instructions you begin hanging a large framed picture above the sofa. Because of its size and weight, you use a large nail, find the stud, and begin to pound. But hidden behind the wallboard was a wire that provided electricity to an outlet behind the sofa. Your…
DetailsThe City of Farmer City will be accepting applications for part-time personnel to assist in City Hall. Those interested should apply in person. This position is limited to approximately 20 hours a week. This position will include filing duties, message taking, receiving of utility payments, and the candidate should possess good communication skills. Candidate under…
DetailsUnfortunately the old saying, “Lightning never strikes twice,” is not true. Even more unfortunate, it only takes one strike of lightning to change a person’s life forever. Tamara Pandolph-Peary of Chatham, Illinois learned the dangers of lightning the hard way. She describes herself as a hard worker who was on the move from the moment…
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