SB2978 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

MUNI CD-SIDEWALKS/PARKWAYS
Last Action
2/10/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Local Government
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Patrick J. Joyce
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
65 ILCS 5/11-80-13  from Ch. 24, par. 11-80-13
65 ILCS 5/11-80-26 new  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that the corporate authorities of a that the corporate authorities of a municipality may require the owner or occupant of any premises to keep the sidewalks abutting the premises maintained in reasonable condition, including keeping the sidewalk free from snow and other obstructions and making repairs as needed (rather than keep the sidewalks abutting the premises free from snow and other obstructions). Provides that the corporate authorities of a municipality may regulate the use and maintenance of parkways and may require the owner, lessee, and occupant of any property abutting a parkway to be responsible for maintenance of the parkway, including, but not limited to, cleanup and disposal of refuse, waste, and garbage in the parkway; watering and fertilizing plants, trees, and grasses in the parkway; and the routine care of the lawn of the parkway, including, but not limited to, watering, weeding, and mowing of the lawn of the parkway.
Actions
DateChamberAction
1/27/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Patrick J. Joyce
1/27/2026SenateFirst Reading
1/27/2026SenateReferred to Assignments
2/10/2026SenateAssigned to Local Government