Backyard chickens to be put before voters

PAXTON — The next primary election ballot — on March 17, 2026 — will include a nonbinding referendum asking Paxton voters if they feel the city should allow backyard chickens. During a joint meeting of the Paxton City Council’s community committee and license, permit, zoning and insurance committee on Tuesday, May 13, aldermen voted 3-1 to advance the advisory question […]