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Lebanon City Council approved an ordinance amending the International Fire Code adopted by the city. The amendment allows a second exception to section 307.1.1 of the code that prohibits public burning.    The amendment allows the burning of a flag or similar item at a public demonstration. Mayor Sherry Capello told the council this change was being made to conform with the First Amendment.  The section, as written, prohibits "the burning of garbage, rubbish, rags, bones, leaves, paper and other trash in cans, barrels, outdoor fireplaces, drums or metal containers, incinerators or in t...

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Outdoor burning at public demonstrations and the destruction of old city records were the main items on a short agenda at Lebanon City Council's Feb. 22 monthly meeting, held remotely via Zoom.

ZEELAND — The Zeeland City Council is considering adopting a fire code.  If the city council approves the proposed ordinance, Zeeland will adopt the 2015 version of the International Fire Code. The Zeeland Fire Rescue department will review plans for new construction and perform inspections to ensure that businesses meet the standards of the fire code.  Those inspections will include ensuring fire suppression systems are working properly, that exits are clearly marked and free from obstructions and ensuring adequate water supply for fighting fires by requiring fire hydrants, if necessa...

CITY COUNCIL SEEKS VOLUNTEERS TO SERVE ON BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES