The Village Board recognizes that outdoor open burning of material
poses a threat to life and property and may create a nuisance. It
is the purpose of this chapter to ensure that the safety, health,
and welfare of the residents and property in the Village are protected
by prohibiting open fires except as specifically permitted herein.
No materials may be burned upon any street, curb, gutter, sidewalk,
or other public place.
Persons utilizing and maintaining outdoor fires shall be responsible
for any liability resulting from damage caused by his/her fire.
Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall,
upon conviction thereof, be guilty of a violation and shall be subject
to a fine not to exceed $250 or imprisonment for a term not to exceed
15 days, or both.