SPECIAL ASSESSMNT PROJECTS

Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a proposed local improvement to be paid for by special assessment or special tax may consist of the acquisition of the necessary interests in real property and the construction of any public improvements or any combination of public water mains, sanitary sewer improvements, sidewalks, walkways, bicycle paths, landscaping, lighting, lighting improvements, signage improvements, vehicular parking improvements, any additional improvements necessary to provide access to the public improvements, and all necessary appurtenances (now, may consist only of construction of streets, storm drain sewers, water mains, sanitary sewer improvements, and appurtenances). Effective January 1, 2004.