(A) As histories for the code sections, the specific number and passage date of the original ordinance, and amending ordinances, if any, are listed following the text of the code section. Example: (Ord. 10, passed 5-13-1960; Ord. 15, passed 1-1-1970; Ord. 20, passed 1-1-1980; Ord. 25, passed 1-1-1985)
(B) An “ILCS” cite included in the history indicates that the text of the section reads either verbatim or substantially the same as the statute. Example: (ILCS Ch. 65, Act 5, § 3.1-2-1)
(C) An “ILCS” cite set forth as a “statutory reference” following the text of the section indicates that the reader should refer to that statute for further information. Example:
§ 38.04 PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE.
The village shall make available to any person for inspection or copying all public records, as provided in the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
Statutory reference:
Freedom of Information Act, see ILCS Ch. 5, Act 140, §§ 1 et seq.