(A) As histories for the code sections, the specific number and passage date of the original ordinance, and the most recent three amending ordinances, if any, are listed following the text of the code section.
Example: (Ord. 10, passed 5-13-60; Am. Ord. 15, passed 1-1-70; Am. Ord. 20, passed 1-1-80; Am. Ord. 25, passed 1-1-85)
(B) (1) If an Illinois Compiled Statutes cite is included in the history, this indicates that the text of the section reads substantially the same as the statute.
Example: (ILCS Ch. 65, Act 5, § 3-2-2) (Ord. 10, passed 1-17-80; Am. Ord. 20, passed 1-1-85).
(2) If an Illinois Compiles Statutes cite is set forth as a “statutory reference” following the text of the section, this indicates that the reader should refer to that statute for further information.
Example:
§ 31.10 ELECTIONS.
Election of city officers shall be conducted in accordance with general election laws.
(Ord. 10, passed 1-1-80)
Statutory reference:
For provisions concerning the election of municipal offices, see ILCS Ch. 65, Act 5, § 3-2-2 et seq.