Distribution of tax dollars in Farmer City came up recently at a City Council meeting. 

City Manager Taylor Baxter explains Heritage Days is requesting a donation from the Farmer City's Hotel Motel Tax funds. He says the council had to consider a standing ordinance that prohibits them from giving more than 50% of the funds to a single entity. 

The Council ultimately decided that the city would provide a $10,000 donation to Heritage Days, out of gratitude for the people and businesses that the event brings to town. Baxter says they took a little bit out of the donation to cover the City's electrical expenses for the event. 

Baxter calls Farmer City a "recreational hub" due to attractions like the raceway, BMX track, and their golf course. 

Heritage Days took place on May 29th through the 31st, and featured events like a rodeo, live music, and a car show. It shifted to the Fairgrounds and raceway grounds this year.