East Peoria public meetings in 2023

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes paying $2,455,329.32 in bills, approving cybersecurity insurance, purchasing laptops for police and fire departments, and amending personnel policy on paid leave. They will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a contract for a new police station, a license plate reader system, and a zoning change to prohibit cannabis cultivation centers. Public hearings and discussions are scheduled for these items.

• Payment of bills totaling $2,455,329.32 (Schedule 14)
• Contract with River City Construction LLC for new police station (Camp Street)
• Five-year Flock Safety license plate reader agreement for police
• Ordinance to ban cannabis cultivation centers as permitted use
• Special use permits for accessory structures at 118 Hilgers Lane and 142 Fandel Drive

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also review test scores for probationary firefighter candidates. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department and status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department and status review of candidates
• Review test scores for probationary firefighter candidates
• Approve minutes from December 4, 2023 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several special use permits and variances. Key items include a city-proposed text amendment regarding cannabis cultivation and a request to allow outdoor training facilities in the B-1 business district.

• Case 23-A-44: City of East Peoria petition for text amendments regarding cannabis cultivation centers and craft growers
• Case 23-A-38: David Cales (DC Home Base) petition for text amendment to allow outdoor training facilities in B-1 zoning
• Case 23-SU-42: Civic Displays LLC special use request for a changeable copy sign at 1200 E. Washington St.
• Case 23-V-41: William Rigg front yard setback variance for a home addition at 902 Fondulac Drive
• Case 23-SU-39: Jacob Duhon special use request for a front yard shed at 118 Hilgers Lane

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is meeting to approve the November 2023 treasurer's report and bills totaling $35,000.00. The agenda also includes a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 109 to levy and assess municipal taxes for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 109 for a $307,000.00 municipal tax levy
• Approval of bills totaling $35,000.00
• Receipt of $10,437.79 in property taxes and $278.69 in interest from Tazewell County

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering payments, special use permits, and several resolutions. Notable items include a $677,149.05 bill schedule, special use for ground-mount solar at 401 Monterey Drive, and an ordinance prohibiting feeding/harboring wild animals. Several items are laid over for public inspection, including a laptop purchase for police/fire and a short-term rental reconsideration.

• Payment of bills totaling $677,149.05
• Special use for ground-mount solar at 401 Monterey Drive
• Ordinance to prohibit feeding/harboring wild animals
• Allocate $1,100,000 for 2024 Street Maintenance Program
• Purchase of laptops for Fire and Police Departments from Midwest Public Safety

Firefighter's Pension Board

The East Peoria Firefighters' Pension Board is holding a special meeting to conduct a disability hearing for Christopher Dunne, with potential action on his disability application. The board will also consider approving bills. The meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2023, at East Peoria City Hall.

• Disability hearing for Christopher Dunne
• Potential action on disability application of Christopher Dunne
• Approval of bills

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including reviewing candidate statuses. They will also consider approving the final eligibility list for probationary firefighters. The meeting includes routine items like approving previous minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Approve final eligibility list for probationary firefighter
• Read and approve minutes from November 20, 2023 meeting
• Public comments

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will consider a consent agenda including payment of $1,536,952.60 in bills, a second reading of a contract for a new police station design, and several other resolutions. They will also hold public hearings and vote on ordinances for the annual tax levy, special service area tax levies, and special use permits for solar panels, an accessory structure, and a vehicle repair shop. Additionally, they will consider a resolution to allocate $1.1 million for the 2024 street maintenance program and other engineering contracts.

• Payment of bills totaling $1,536,952.60
• Contract for engineering services for new police station (West Camp Street)
• Annual tax levy ordinance for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Special use for ground-mounted solar at 401 Monterey Drive
• Allocation of $1,100,000 for 2024 Street Maintenance Program

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also consider approving an initial eligibility list for probationary firefighters. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

• Approve minutes from November 6, 2023 meeting
• Public comments
• Staffing needs for Fire Department, including candidate status review
• Staffing needs for Police Department, including candidate status review
• Approve initial eligibility list for probationary firefighter

Firefighter's Pension Board

The East Peoria Firefighter's Pension Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes and bills, and will discuss disability updates, a member retirement, and an audit. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Approval of bills and treasurer's report
• Disability update and motion to receive and file updated medical reports
• Member retirement (Decker)
• Audit report

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two special use petitions and one city-led code amendment. The board will determine if specific residential properties can deviate from standard zoning for solar energy and storage structures.

• Case 23-SU-36: Special Use for ground mounted solar at 401 Monterey Drive
• Case 23-SU-37: Special Use for a front yard shed at 100 Rue Vue du Lac
• Case 23-A-27: Petition by the City of East Peoria to amend City Code regarding feeding wild animals

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will conduct a regular meeting to approve minutes and the October 2023 treasurer's report. The agenda includes the approval of bills totaling $40,400.00 and receipt of tax payments.

• Approval of bills totaling $40,400.00
• Receipt of $78,089.75 in property taxes from Tazewell County
• Receipt of a PPRT check for $23,240.17

City Council

The City Council will consider several ordinances including annual tax levies and real estate agreements. Discussion includes a motion to reconsider a short-term rental special use and various infrastructure and public safety contracts.

• Approval of $6,444,956.73 in scheduled bills
• Ordinance 4757: Property acquisition along Edmund Street in West Washington Street TIF District
• Ordinance 4758: Sale of Lot 2 in Riverfront Subdivision for hotel development
• Resolution 2324-092: $24,253.20 payment to C&G Concrete Construction Co for East Washington Street repairs
• Resolution 2324-093: Increase in the number of patrolmen in the East Peoria Police Department

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including candidate status reviews, and to review test results for the Police Eligibility List. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Review test results for Police Eligibility List
• Approve minutes from October 23, 2023 meeting

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will consider a consent agenda approving $1,655,285.77 in bills, a new fire engine, and several intergovernmental agreements. Separately, council members have pulled items for public inspection, including a special use for an accessory structure, property acquisitions, a hotel site sale, a dump truck body purchase, and a school property license for Festival of Lights.

• Resolution 2324-089: Approve payment of bills totaling $1,655,285.77
• Resolution 2324-083: Purchase of a new fire engine (E-One Pumper on Spartan FC-94 Chassis) from Banner Fire Equipment Inc.
• Ordinance 4758: Real estate purchase-sale agreement with Frontier Hospitality Group for sale of Lot 2 in Riverfront Subdivision for hotel development
• Ordinance 4757: Real estate purchase agreement for property along Edmund Street in West Washington Street TIF District
• Resolution 2324-088: License agreement with East Peoria Grade School District 86 for Festival of Lights activities

Fire & Police Commission Board

The Fire and Police Commission Board will meet to discuss staffing requirements for both the Fire and Police Departments. The board will also review the status of candidates and test results for probationary and experienced police officers.

• Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
• Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
• Review of test results for probationary and experienced police officers
• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2023, regular meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two special use requests: one for a vehicle repair shop with outdoor storage at 3312 Meadow Avenue, and another for an accessory structure in the required front yard at 200 Castle Lane. The board will also consider approval of the September 11, 2023 minutes and address any regular business. This is a regular meeting with public hearings and deliberations.

• Case 23-SU-34: Special use for vehicle repair shop and outdoor storage at 3312 Meadow Avenue
• Case 23-SU-35: Special use for accessory structure in front yard at 200 Castle Lane
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2023 meeting
• Citizens' opportunity to address ZBA on non-agenda items

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees will review and approve the September treasurer’s report and bills totaling $35,000. The meeting includes routine administrative tasks.

• Approval of Treasurer’s Report for September 2023
• Approval of Bills $35,000.00

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold its regular meeting on October 3, 2023, to consider consent agenda items, including second readings of ordinances and resolutions, and several items laid over for public inspection. Key actions include a proposed moratorium on short-term rental permits, special use permits for properties, and various agreements and purchases.

• Ordinance 4749: first amendment to special use for outdoor storage at 1343 East Washington Street
• Ordinance 4751: special use for oversized garage at 602 Springfield Road
• Resolution 2324-080: moratorium on short-term rental special use permits and licenses
• Resolution 2324-083: purchase of new fire engine from Banner Fire Equipment Inc.
• Resolution 2324-085: services agreement with Hera Property Registry for vacant/foreclosed property registration

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also review applications for police and firefighter testing. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Review applications for police and firefighter testing
• Approve minutes from September 18, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda approving $3,076,047.26 in bills and several second-reading ordinances and resolutions, including special use permits for accessory structures at 105 Illini Drive and 410 Pekin Avenue, a zoning amendment on residential fencing, and contracts for sidewalk, drainage, parking lot, lighting, and sewer projects. Commissioner Hill has pulled several items for discussion, including a real estate purchase along Center Street, supplemental appropriations, and a special use extension at 1343 East Washington Street. Other items include a change order for ADA ramps on East Washington Street and a fifth change order for the sanitary sewer upgrade project.

• Payment of bills totaling $3,076,047.26 (Schedule 9)
• Special use for accessory structure at 105 Illini Drive and 410 Pekin Avenue
• Zoning amendment on fencing in residential districts
• Contracts: Lonewolf Concrete (sidewalk), Krumholz Brothers (drain tile), Tazewell County Asphalt (crack fill), Koener Electric (lighting), Verardo Construction (sidewalk), Hoerr Construction (sewer slip lining)
• Emergency repair of Wastewater Plant 1 storm pump for $18,001.15

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including reviewing candidate statuses. They will also set a testing date for probationary and experienced police officer positions. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department and status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department and status review of candidates
• Set testing date for probationary and experienced police officer positions
• Approve minutes from September 5, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comments

Firefighter's Pension Board

The East Peoria Firefighter's Pension Board is meeting to handle routine business including the treasurer's report, bill approvals, and meeting minutes. They will also discuss disability updates and the retirement of Grugan.

• Treasurer report and approval of bills
• Disability update and new disability business
• Grugan retirement

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with routine administrative items: approving minutes, the treasurer's report for August 2023, and paying bills totaling $37,861.58. The board also received a PPRT check for $4,555.60 and a property tax payment from Tazewell County for $39,544.25. No new business or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of bills totaling $37,861.58
• Received PPRT check for $4,555.60
• Received 2nd property tax payment from Tazewell County for $39,544.25
• Approval of treasurer's report for August 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on six items, including a variance for Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino, special use permits for short-term rentals and accessory structures, and a city code amendment for off-premises signs. The board will also approve minutes from the August 14 meeting and hear citizen comments on non-agenda items.

• Case 23-V-28: Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino seeks front yard setback variance for accessory building at 21 Blackjack Blvd.
• Case 23-SU-29: Special use for short-term rental at 310 Oakbrook Dr.
• Case 23-SU-30: Special use to continue multi-phase extraction system at 1343 E. Washington St.
• Case 23-A-33: City proposes code amendment to allow permitted off-premises signs.
• Case 23-SU-32: Special use for accessory building at 602 Springfield Rd.

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is holding a rescheduled regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also review applications for probationary firefighter and consider other old and new business.

• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2023 meeting
• Public comments
• Staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Review applications for Probationary Firefighter

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes paying $4,916,741.43 in bills, approving change orders and contracts for various projects, and adopting several ordinances. They will also consider items removed from the consent agenda, including real estate purchases, special use permits, and zoning amendments, which will be tabled for public inspection.

• Payment of bills totaling $4,916,741.43
• Change order with Otto Baum Company for Pinecrest Drive pavement patching
• Contract with North Star Place Branding for community branding services
• Purchase of equipment and managed service agreement with HEART Technologies
• Ordinances for special uses at 105 Illini Drive and 410 Pekin Avenue

The City Council approved a consent agenda including $4.9 million in bill payments and various service contracts. Several ordinances for real estate purchases and zoning changes were accepted on first reading. The council also advanced multiple maintenance projects for the EastSide Centre.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $4,916,741.43 (5-0)
• Approved change order with Otto Baum Company, Inc. for Pinecrest Drive Pavement Patching (5-0)
• Approved community branding services proposal from North Star Place Branding + Marketing (5-0)
• Approved equipment, software, and managed service agreement with HEART Technologies, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved MOU with IAFF Local No. 1498 regarding paramedic hiring bonuses (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance No. 4742 to purchase property near Center and Richland Streets for $300,000 (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance No. 4744 for special use of an accessory structure at 105 Illini Drive (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance No. 4745 for special use of a pergola at 410 Pekin Avenue (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including candidate status reviews. The board will also consider appointing one probationary police officer.

• Approve minutes from August 7, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comments
• Staffing needs for Fire Department, including candidate status review
• Staffing needs for Police Department, including candidate status review
• Approve appointment of one probationary police officer

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes paying $2,713,486.35 in bills and approving several contracts on second reading, such as synthetic turf installation at EastSide Centre, dugout roof replacements, and demolition of the Four Corners Bell Towers. They will also discuss a revised development agreement for a downtown mixed-use project and other items laid over for public inspection.

• Resolution 2324-062: Approve payment of Schedule 7 bills totaling $2,713,486.35
• Resolution 2324-054: Accept bid from ATG-Ram Industries for synthetic turf on EastSide Centre Fields 2, 3, 4
• Resolution 2324-051/052: Accept low bids from RK Custom Builders for dugout roof replacements at EastSide Centre Fields 1 and 7
• Resolution 2324-053: Accept proposal from JIMAX Landscape for Four Corners Bell Towers demolition
• Resolution 2324-057: Approve four-year police labor agreement (May 1, 2022 – April 30, 2026)

The City Council approved a revised development agreement for a downtown project featuring 219 market-rate apartments and retail. The council also authorized several infrastructure bids, a police labor agreement, and the sale of police department personal property.

• Approved Revised Second Amendment to Development Agreement with Flaherty & Collins, Inc. for Downtown Mixed-Use Project (4-0)
• Approved payment of bills in the amount of $2,713,486.35 (4-0)
• Approved low bids from RK Custom Builders, INC. for EastSide Centre Field 1 and Field 7 dugout roof replacements (4-0)
• Approved bid from ATG-Ram Industries for synthetic turf on Eastside Centre Fields Two, Three, and Four (4-0)
• Approved proposal from JIMAX Landscape, LLC for Four Corners Bell Towers Demolition Project (4-0)
• Approved four-year agreement with Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4743 authorizing the sale of personal property from the East Peoria Police Department (4-0)
• Accepted first reading of Resolution No. 2324-059 for Pinecrest Drive Pavement Patching Project change order (4-0)

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a special working session to discuss a proposed lane reconfiguration on East Washington Street. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.

• Discussion of proposed East Washington Street lane reconfiguration

The City Council held a working session to discuss a proposed road diet and lane reconfiguration on East Washington Street. No formal action was taken during the meeting.

• No formal action taken regarding East Washington Street reconfiguration

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider adopting Ordinance No. 108, the annual appropriation ordinance for the fiscal year July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024. The board will also review the budget, approve minutes, the treasurer's report for July 2023, and bills totaling $35,000.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 108 (annual appropriation ordinance for FY 7/1/23-6/30/24)
• Review budget
• Approve bills totaling $35,000
• Approve treasurer's report for July 2023
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 108

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on six cases, including a variance request for a lot split, three special use requests, and two city-initiated text amendments. The board will also approve minutes from the July 10 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Case 23-V-22: Variance for side/rear yard setbacks to split lot at 1109 E. Washington St.
• Case 23-SU-23: Special use for accessory structure at 105 Illini Dr.
• Case 23-SU-24: Special use for accessory structure at 410 Pekin Ave.
• Case 23-SU-25: Special use for short-term rental at 108 Carroll St.
• Case 23-A-26 & 23-A-27: City amendments on fences and feeding wild animals

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution 2324-056, which approves a revised second amendment to a development agreement with Flaherty & Collins, Inc. for a downtown mixed-use project. The resolution will be tabled for at least one week for public inspection. The rest of the agenda is standard procedural items.

• Resolution 2324-056: Approve revised second amendment to development agreement with Flaherty & Collins, Inc. for Downtown Mixed-Use Project
• Resolution to be laid on table for no less than one week for public inspection
• Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items
• Possible executive session/closed meeting

The City Council accepted the first reading of Resolution No. 2324-056 regarding a revised second amendment to a development agreement with Flaherty & Collins, Inc. The project involves a $16 million loan at 5% interest for a development featuring 219 market rate units and 10,000 square feet of retail space. The resolution was laid on the table for public inspection prior to a second reading scheduled for August 15, 2023.

• Accepted first reading of Resolution No. 2324-056 to approve revised second amendment to development agreement with Flaherty & Collins, Inc. (5-0)

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 1, 2023, with a consent agenda covering payment of bills, a special use permit, and several contracts for repairs and services. Items removed from the consent agenda include a surplus property sale, a downtown development agreement, and multiple construction bids. The council will also consider a proclamation for Duck Race Month and may enter executive session.

• Payment of bills totaling $3,760,565.19 (Schedule 6)
• Special use permit for outdoor storage at 3407 and 3443 North Main Street
• Contract with Waste Management for garbage and recycling at EastSide Centre
• Purchase of three 2023 Ford Interceptor utility vehicles for police
• Amendment to liquor code adding recreational center license and adjusting server age

The City Council approved several infrastructure and police equipment purchases via omnibus vote. The council also authorized the sale of a surplus city-owned parcel and initiated the bidding process for synthetic turf and dugout roof replacements at EastSide Centre.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $3,760,565.19 (5-0)
• Approved special use for outdoor storage at 3407 and 3443 North Main Street (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three 2023 Ford Interceptor Utility vehicles for Police Department (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus real estate at 238 Franklin Street for $500 plus fee (5-0)
• Approved $2,780,808 bid from ATG-Ram Industries for synthetic turf on Eastside Centre Fields 2, 3, and 4 (5-0)
• Accepted low bids from RK Custom Builders, INC. for EastSide Centre Field 1 and Field 7 dugout roofs (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Waste Management for Eastside Centre garbage and recycling (5-0)
• Amended liquor control regulations to add a license class for recreational centers (5-0)

Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension business, including approving meeting minutes, financial reports, and investment updates. They will also vote on retirement benefits for two members, a revised benefit calculation, a contribution refund, and a contract with Sikich for audit services.

• Approve retirement benefits for Scot Craig and Eric Kolowski
• Approve revised benefit calculation for Angela Hackett
• Approve contribution refund for Curtis Burton
• Approve contract agreement with Sikich for audit services
• Adopt revised administrative rules and regulations

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 18, 2023, to consider a consent agenda with multiple second readings of ordinances and resolutions, including rezonings, special use permits, and software renewals. They will also discuss items removed from the consent agenda, such as the sale of surplus city property, a new police chief appointment, and various contracts. The meeting includes a proclamation for Korean War Veterans Armistice Day and public comment periods.

• Payment of bills totaling $2,513,900.68 and $1,186,663.84
• Special use for oversized accessory building at 300 Walnut Drive
• Special use for smoke shop at 1818 Meadow Avenue
• Rezoning 2487 Washington Road from B-3 to R-2
• Appointment of David Catton as Chief of Police effective July 19, 2023

The City Council approved a consent agenda featuring several special use permits, a rezoning request, and software renewals. The council also finalized the sale of two city-owned surplus properties and advanced several new ordinances to a first reading.

• Approved payments of $2,513,900.68 and $1,186,663.84 (5-0)
• Approved special use for oversized accessory building at 300 Walnut Drive (5-0)
• Approved special use for smoke shop at 1818 Meadow Avenue (5-0)
• Approved special use for pool and fence at 114 Glenridge Drive (5-0)
• Rezoned 2487 Washington Road from B-3 to R-2 (5-0)
• Approved special use for outdoor storage and sales lot on East Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved Laserfiche software renewal for $17,432.20 (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus real estate at 349 Park Avenue and 345 Edmund Street (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and act on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including reviewing candidate statuses. They will also review the results of interviews for a probationary police officer position. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Approve minutes from July 3, 2023 regular meeting
• Discuss and take action on Fire Department staffing needs and candidate status
• Discuss and take action on Police Department staffing needs and candidate status
• Review results of interviews for Probationary Police Officer

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with routine procedural items. The board will consider approving the minutes, the treasurer's report for June 2023, and bills totaling $30,000. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of treasurer's report for June 2023
• Approval of bills totaling $30,000

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special use request by United Rentals to expand outdoor storage at 3443 N. Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the June 12 meeting and take up any regular business. No other public hearings are scheduled.

• Case 23-SU-21: United Rentals seeks special use to expand outdoor storage at 3443 N. Main Street (P.I.N. 01-01-14-300-004)

City Council

The East Peoria City Council's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 4, 2023, has been cancelled due to the holiday. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at the Civic Complex, 401 W. Washington Street, East Peoria, IL. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items.

• Regular meeting of July 4, 2023 cancelled due to holiday
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is meeting to discuss and act on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including candidate status reviews, and to review written test results for probationary police officer positions. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Staffing needs for Fire Department with candidate status review
• Staffing needs for Police Department with candidate status review
• Review of written test results for probationary police officer
• Approval of minutes from June 19, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comments

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $1.66 million bill schedule, a dredge purchase for Eastport Marina, and several second-reading resolutions. Commissioner Hill has pulled multiple property-related ordinances for public inspection, including a rezoning and special use permits. The council will also vote on a fireworks permit for the Fourth of July celebration and appointments to county boards.

• Payment of $1,658,227.76 in bills (Schedule 3)
• Purchase of Mud Cat MC 115D dredge and trailer for Eastport Marina from Ellicott Dredge Technologies
• Rezoning of 2487 Washington Road from B-3 to R-2
• Special use for smoke shop at 1818 Meadow Avenue
• Fireworks permit for July 4th (Carle Health Red White & Boom)

The City Council approved a consent agenda including $1,658,227.76 in bill payments and the purchase of a new Ford F-250 for the Water Department. Several ordinances for property sales and special use permits were accepted on first reading and tabled for public inspection.

• Approved payment of bills in the amount of $1,658,227.76 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford F-250 for Water Department for $55,268.00 (5-0)
• Approved payment of $183,699.36 to Hoerr Construction, Inc. for Seasons Drive emergency sewer repair (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Mud Cat MC 115D Dredge and trailer for Eastport Marina (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Sikich LLP for audit preparation assistance (5-0)
• Approved salary adjustments for Fire and Police Commission members (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of bid for sale of city-owned property at 349 Park Avenue to David Hale for $800 (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of bid for sale of city-owned property at 345 Edmund Street to Sam Griffin & Leslie Siebenthal for $800 (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also review the results of the written test for probationary firefighters. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department and status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department and status review of candidates
• Review results of written test for probationary firefighter
• Approve minutes from June 5, 2023 regular meeting

Firefighter's Pension Board

The regular meeting of the East Peoria Firefighter's Pension Fund scheduled for June 13, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to approve the minutes, treasurer's report for June 2023, and bills totaling $31,715.57. They also received a PPRT check for $34,950.41. The agenda is mostly routine administrative items with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of bills totaling $31,715.57
• Received PPRT check for $34,950.41
• Approval of treasurer's report for June 2023
• Approval of minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five cases, including a special use for a smoke/vape shop, a rezoning from B-3 to R-2, and several special use requests for accessory structures, outdoor storage, and a pool/fence. The board will also approve minutes from the May 8 meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Case 23-SU-16: Special use for a Smoke (Vape) Shop at 1818 Meadow Avenue
• Case 23-SU-17: Special use for accessory structure at 300 Walnut Drive
• Case 23-SU-18: Special use for outdoor storage west of 4200 E. Washington Street
• Case 23-R-19: Rezone from B-3 to R-2 at 2487 Washington Road
• Case 23-SU-20: Special use for pool and privacy fence at 114 Glenridge Drive

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including a $3.18 million bill schedule, a special use for a shed, and marina equipment purchases. Several items were removed from the consent agenda for individual discussion, including a TRVDA bond financing agreement for a riverfront apartment development, a dredge purchase, and a salary adjustment for Fire and Police Commission members. The council will also open bids for surplus city-owned properties and consider a separation agreement for a retiring employee.

• Consent agenda: payment of $3,182,627.40 in bills (Resolution 2324-024)
• Special use for accessory structure at 340 Center Street (Ordinance 4728)
• Purchase of 15 jet ports for East Port Marina from Sport Port, Inc. (Resolution 2324-011)
• TRVDA bond financing for Riverfront Midrise Apartment development by Teekona Group (Ordinance 4729, Resolution 2324-021)
• Purchase of Mud Cat dredge and trailer for Eastport Marina from Ellicott Dredge Technologies (Resolution 2324-023)

The City Council approved ordinances and a resolution to facilitate bond financing for a 142-unit midrise apartment project by Teekona Group. The council also passed a consent agenda covering bills, a special use permit, and marina equipment. Additionally, the council accepted a resolution for audit preparation services on first reading.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4729 for TRVDA bond financing for riverfront apartments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2324-021 waiving the 45-day notice period for TRVDA bond issuance (5-0)
• Approved $3,182,627.40 payment for schedule of bills (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4728 for a special use shed at 340 Center Street (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 15 new jet ports for East Port Marina from Sport Port, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Krumholz Brothers Landscaping proposals for storm sewer repairs at 402 Illini Drive and 116 Harvey Court (5-0)
• Accepted Resolution No. 2324-019 for audit assistance from Sikich LLP on first reading (5-0)

Firefighter's Pension Board

The East Peoria Firefighters' Pension Board is meeting to approve minutes, approve new retirees and their benefit calculations, and hold a hearing on a disability application from Lieutenant Christopher Dunne, with potential executive session and board action.

• Approval of April 2022, July 2022, and March 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of new retirees Rieker and Hale
• Approval of benefit calculations
• Hearing on Disability Application of Lieutenant Christopher Dunne

The Board approved pension benefit calculations for two retirees and disbursements for three months in 2023. A disability application hearing for Lt. Christopher Dunne was postponed to allow for the review of new medical records. The Board also processed a new member application for Firefighter Khylee Greving.

• Approved meeting minutes from April 12, 2022, July 5, 2022, and March 14, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved March ($192,685.92), April ($193,603.46), and May ($198,532.09) 2023 disbursements (4-0)
• Approved monthly benefit for Lt. April Rieker of $5,501.59 (3-0-1)
• Approved monthly benefit for Lt. Justin Hale of $5,174.76 (3-0-1)
• Postponed disability application hearing for Lt. Christopher Dunne
• Approved new member application for Firefighter Khylee Greving (4-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also discuss applications for probationary firefighter and police officer positions. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Discuss applications for Probationary Firefighter
• Discuss applications for Probationary Police Officer
• Read and approve minutes from May 15, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering payments, development agreements, and equipment purchases, plus several items laid over for public inspection. The meeting includes proclamations for Public Works, EMS, and Safe Boating weeks, and public comment periods.

• Payment of bills totaling $2,443,330.83
• Third amendment to Teekona Group riverfront midrise apartment development agreement
• Electric service agreement with Homefield Energy for street lighting
• Purchase of fire alarm and security systems for new fire station on Centennial Drive
• Special use permit for accessory shed at 340 Center Street

The City Council approved a $2,443,330.83 payment of bills and several development and equipment resolutions via omnibus vote. The council also confirmed appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and Housing Authority Board. Several ordinances and resolutions regarding storm sewer repairs and marina equipment were accepted on first reading.

• Approved payment of bills in the amount of $2,443,330.83 (5-0)
• Approved third amendment to Teekona Group development agreement for Riverfront Midrise Apartments (5-0)
• Approved electric service agreement with Homefield Energy for street lighting (5-0)
• Authorized sale of personal property from Public Works and Fire departments (5-0)
• Approved purchase of fire alarm and security systems for new Centennial Drive fire station (5-0)
• Approved additional improvements for new turf fields at EastSide Centre (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Troy Sams to Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Steve Flinn to Housing Authority Board (5-0)

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a special working session to discuss the East Washington Street Resurfacing Project. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only.

• Discussion of East Washington Street Resurfacing Project

The City Council held a working session to discuss a proposed resurfacing project and lane reconfiguration on East Washington Street from Cole Street to I-74. No formal actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The agenda also includes reading and approving the minutes from the May 1, 2023 meeting, public comments, old business, and new business. No specific actions or dollar amounts are listed.

• Approve minutes from May 1, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comments
• Discuss and take action on Fire Department staffing and candidate status
• Discuss and take action on Police Department staffing and candidate status
• Old business and new business

Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting via Zoom to discuss and potentially approve revised benefit calculations and retroactive payments for three officers, a refund for a withholding error, a benefit calculation for a sergeant's retirement, and a new membership application. The board will also consider a petition for leave to appeal in a pending lawsuit against the city, and may enter closed session to discuss litigation.

• Approve revised benefit calculations/retro payments for Christopher Hutt, Thomas Virgil, and William McWhirter
• Approve Steven Agee refund due to withholding error
• Approve benefit calculation for regular retirement for Sgt. Scot Craig
• Application for membership by Curtis Burton
• Discussion and possible approval of petition for leave to appeal in City of East Peoria v. BOT of the East Peoria Police Pension Fund

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider approving the minutes of the prior meeting, the treasurer's report for April 2023, and payment of bills totaling $30,000. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of treasurer's report for April 2023
• Approval of bills totaling $30,000.00
• Next meeting scheduled for June 12, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four petitions: a special use for an accessory structure at 340 Center Street, and variances for a privacy fence at 306 Oakwood Avenue, an accessory structure at 132 Walnut Drive, and parking for multi-family housing at 501 W. Washington Street. The board will also approve minutes from the April 10 meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Special use for accessory structure at 340 Center Street (Case 23-SU-12)
• Variance for privacy fence at 306 Oakwood Avenue (Case 23-V-13)
• Variance for accessory structure at 132 Walnut Drive (Case 23-V-14)
• Parking variance for multi-family housing at 501 W. Washington Street (Case 23-V-15)
• Approval of April 10, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold its regular meeting, approving a $3,513,367.71 bill schedule and several second-reading resolutions, then immediately convene a new council meeting to swear in elected officials and adopt ordinances and resolutions, including a third amendment to a development agreement with Teekona Group for a riverfront midrise apartment development.

• Approval of $3,513,367.71 in bills (Schedule No. 24)
• Second reading: Microsoft 365 email migration (Heart Technologies)
• Second reading: Purchase of Case IH F75C tractor for EastPort Marina
• Third amendment to development agreement with Teekona Group for riverfront midrise apartments
• Proclamations for Peace Officers Memorial Day and Building Safety Month

The outgoing council approved a consent agenda including $3,513,367.71 in bill payments and various infrastructure projects. The newly elected council was sworn in, approved official bonds for members, and designated departmental assignments.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $3,513,367.71 (5-0)
• Approved Microsoft 365 email migration and server warranty renewal (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of Case IH F75C Tractor for EastPort Marina (5-0)
• Approved storm sewer project at 117 Siesta Drive and pavement patching at Pinecrest Drive (5-0)
• Approved concrete repair for Center Street and Cass Street intersection (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of two LIFEPAK Cardiac Monitors for Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved official bonds of at least $3,000 each for newly elected Mayor and Commissioners (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4725 designating council members to specific departments (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and continue discussions on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The meeting is scheduled for May 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the Fon du Lac Park District Police Department Classroom.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023
• Public comment
• Fire Department staffing needs and candidate status review
• Police Department staffing needs and candidate status review
• Old and new business

Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine pension fund business, including approving minutes, financial reports, and investment updates. They will also vote on several membership items, such as approving a regular retirement benefit for Sgt. Scot Craig, revoking a disability application, and approving revised benefit calculations for four officers due to a collective bargaining agreement. The agenda is largely procedural but includes these specific personnel decisions.

• Approve regular retirement benefits for Sgt. Scot Craig
• Revoke disability application for Joshua Hutton
• Approve revised benefit calculations and retro payments for Christopher Hutt, Thomas Virgil, William McWhirter, and Steven Agee
• Approve Foster & Foster contract agreement
• Renew fiduciary liability insurance policy

City Council

The City Council approved salaries and benefits for certain non-union employees for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Council also adopted updates to the group health insurance plan and the personnel policy manual. Several public works equipment purchases and a tax levy abatement were approved.

• Approved $1,611,240.82 payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved selling city-owned surplus real estate by sealed bid (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new dump truck/plow truck chassis and body (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with right to purchase for new garbage truck (5-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Peoria for fire department mechanic services (5-0)
• Approved non-union employee salaries and benefits for FY 2023-2024 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved amendments to City Personnel Policy Manual regarding dress code and bereavement leave (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved 80%/20% contribution split for non-represented employees' health insurance (4-0, 1 abstain)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The board will also consider amendments to its rules and regulations, and will hear public comments. The agenda includes routine items such as approving prior minutes and old/new business.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including candidate status review
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including candidate status review
• Approve amendments to Fire & Police Commission Rules & Regulations
• Public comments
• Approve minutes from April 3, 2023 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a petition to rezone property at 730 Highpoint Lane from C Conservation to R-2 One-Family Dwelling and M-1 Manufacturing District, limited. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Public hearing on Case 23-R-11: rezoning 730 Highpoint Lane (P.I.N. 05-05-04-206-001 and 05-05-04-206-005) from C to R-2 and M-1
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting
• Citizens' opportunity to address ZBA on non-agenda items

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering 17 items, including zoning changes, special use permits, and various contracts. Several items are laid on the table for public inspection, including ordinances and resolutions related to personnel, surplus property, and equipment purchases.

• Zoning change to B-2 Business Service District at 520 Bloomington Road
• Special use for residential use on second floor at 520 Bloomington Road
• Five-year cell tower lease extension with Comcast at 500½ Arnold Road
• Contract with Jimax Landscape LLC for Illinois River Shoreline Clearing
• Purchase of new Sand Star I Smithco Field Rake/Drag for $28,441

The Council approved a consent agenda including $1,228,377.36 in bill payments and multiple riverfront and park upgrades. Several ordinances regarding surplus property sales and vehicle acquisitions were accepted on first reading. Attorney Keith Braskich was appointed as special legal counsel for labor and employment matters.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,228,377.36 (5-0)
• Changed zoning to B-2 Business Service District for 520 Bloomington Road (5-0)
• Approved five-year cell tower lease extension with Comcast at 500½ Arnold Road (5-0)
• Appointed Attorney Keith Braskich as special legal counsel for labor and employment (5-0)
• Approved purchase of new dump truck/plow truck chassis and body (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of ordinance to sell five surplus city properties by sealed bid (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of lease-to-purchase agreement for a new garbage truck (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of intergovernmental agreement with City of Peoria for fire vehicle repairs (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will meet to consider and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The board will also discuss amendments to its rules and regulations and review the hiring of one probationary police officer. Public comments will be heard, and minutes from the March 20, 2023 meeting will be read and approved.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including candidate status review
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including candidate status review
• Discuss amendments to Fire & Police Commission Rules & Regulations
• Review and discuss hiring one probationary police officer
• Read and approve minutes from March 20, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 21, 2023, to consider a consent agenda and several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include annexation of the Maurer-Francis property, zoning changes at 520 Bloomington Road, a cell tower lease extension with Comcast, and multiple contracts for engineering, construction, and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month.

• Annexation of Maurer-Francis property at 55 Matheny Road
• Zoning change to B-2 Business Service District at 520 Bloomington Road
• Special use for residential use on second floor at 520 Bloomington Road
• Five-year extension of cell tower lease with Comcast at 500½ Arnold Road
• Contract with Midwest Engineering Associates for traffic signals at East Washington and Cole Street

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including riverfront park lighting and fencing upgrades. The council also adopted an ordinance requiring special use permits for all ground-mount solar energy systems and approved the annexation of the Maurer-Francis property.

• Approved $1,555,989.83 payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved annexation of 55 Matheny Road (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance requiring special use for ground-mount solar systems (5-0)
• Approved $106,934.83 Riverfront Park lighting upgrade (5-0)
• Approved $154,589.00 Riverfront Park fencing and railing renovations (5-0)
• Approved $361,277.00 pavement patching for Winners Way and Illini Drive (5-0)
• Approved one-year agreement extension with Fire Fighters Local No. 1498 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved reappointments to various boards and commissions (4-0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The East Peoria City Council convened a special working session on March 21, 2023, to discuss the City Fiscal Year 2022 Audit. The agenda explicitly states that no action will be taken during this meeting. The session included opportunities for comments from council members and the public before adjourning.

• Discussion of City Fiscal Year 2022 Audit

The City Council held a working session to discuss the audit for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2022. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Reviewed FY 2022 audit report resulting in a clean unmodified opinion

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear public comments, and discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including candidate status reviews. The board will also consider hiring one probationary police officer. The agenda is otherwise routine, with items for old and new business.

• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2023 regular meeting
• Public comments
• Staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Proceed with hiring one probationary police officer

Firefighter's Pension Board

The East Peoria Firefighter's Pension Board is holding a regular meeting to handle routine pension matters, including approving bills and disbursements, and discussing new business such as a new member, a new retiree, and a disability case update. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of bills and disbursements
• New member discussion
• New retiree discussion
• Disability case update

The board appointed Drew Rubel and Sam Sauder to membership and processed pension fund applications for three new firefighters. Members discussed the current financial status of the fund and the upcoming disability hearing for Chris Dunne.

• Appointed Drew Rubel and Sam Sauder to the Fire Pension Board (4-0)
• Approved pension fund applications for Payton Mojica, Eli Wieland, and Hannah Thompson (4-0)

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes, the treasurer's report for February 2023, and payment of bills totaling $31,615.57. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of bills totaling $31,615.57
• Approval of treasurer's report for February 2023
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public participation period
• Next meeting scheduled for April 10, 2023

Zoning Board of Appeals

The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five cases, including a request to rezone 520 Bloomington Road from R-2 to B-2 and allow living quarters above a business, plus three city-initiated text amendments to the zoning code. The board will also consider minutes from the January 9 meeting and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Case 23-R-06: Rezone 520 Bloomington Road from R-2 to B-2 (PP & GR Properties, Inc.)
• Case 23-SU-07: Special use for living quarters above a business at 520 Bloomington Road
• Case 23-A-08: Amend City Code to allow marinas as a special use
• Case 23-A-09: Amend City Code to change solar project size thresholds (5,000 kW)
• Case 23-A-10: Require special use for all ground-mount solar energy systems

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering payments, contracts, and ordinances, including a $2,027,050.35 bill schedule, electricity supply and demand-response agreements, and several road and sewer projects. The council will also consider items removed from the consent agenda, such as the annual appropriation ordinance, working cash budget, two property annexations, and various contracts and appointments.

• Payment of bills totaling $2,027,050.35
• Contract with Energy Harbor LLC for residential electricity aggregation
• Renewal agreement with Voltus, Inc. for demand response revenue
• Annexation of Cook Property (493 Sherry Lane) and Maurer-Frances Property (55 Matheny Road)
• Grange Road improvements: storm sewer slip lining, erosion control, and general improvements

The City Council adopted the annual appropriation ordinance and working cash budget for the fiscal year starting May 1, 2023. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, a new public works union agreement, and the annexation of the Cook property.

• Approved Annual Appropriation Ordinance for fiscal year May 2023-April 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Working Cash Budget for fiscal year May 2023-April 2024 (5-0)
• Approved $2,027,050.35 payment of bills (5-0)
• Approved annexation of Cook property at 493 Sherry Lane (5-0)
• Approved 3-year collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 627 (5-0)
• Approved one-year contract extension for IAFF Local No. 1498 through April 30, 2025 (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $200,000 grant application for Camp Street Trail Project – Final Phase (5-0)
• Approved temporary increase of Police Department Sergeants to seven until May 16, 2023 (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The board will also consider approving a final list for probationary police officer and address old and new business.

• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2023 meeting
• Public comments
• Staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Approve final list for probationary police officer

Tax Increment Financing Districts Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board for the City of East Peoria Tax Increment Financing Districts will hold a special meeting to review the effectiveness and status of three TIF districts: District III, Camp Street, and West Washington Street. The meeting is scheduled for March 1, 2023, at 11:15 a.m. at the East Peoria Civic Plaza. No specific decisions or proposals are listed beyond the reviews.

• Review of East Peoria Tax Increment District III
• Review of East Peoria Camp Street TIF District
• Review of East Peoria West Washington Street TIF District

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Annual Appropriation Ordinance (No. 4706) and the Working Cash Budget for fiscal year May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024. No final decisions are being made at this hearing; it is for public input before the regular meeting.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 4706 (Annual Appropriation Ordinance for FY May 1, 2023–April 30, 2024)
• Public hearing on Resolution 2223-146 (Working Cash Budget for same fiscal year)
• Written and oral public comments accepted
• Meeting at 401 West Washington Street, East Peoria, IL

The City Council conducted a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed annual appropriation ordinance and working cash budget for the fiscal year May 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024. No public comments were received. No final vote on the budget was recorded in these minutes.

• Held public hearing on proposed appropriation ordinance and working cash budget

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed annual appropriation ordinance and working cash budget for fiscal year May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering payments, contracts, and purchases, and consider several ordinances and resolutions laid over for public inspection, including annexations, a property sale, and various infrastructure and equipment contracts.

• Public hearing on FY2023-24 appropriation ordinance and working cash budget
• Consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $3,111,893.15 (Schedule 19)
• Special use permit for outdoor storage at 300 Edmund Street (Ordinance 4705)
• Annexation of Siegrist Property and Cook Property (493 Sherry Lane) (Ordinances 4703, 4707)
• Sale of city-owned surplus real estate at 232 Everett Street (Ordinance 4704)

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including the Grange Road Improvements Project and a 2023 street maintenance program. The council also accepted a $50,000 curbside recycling grant from Tazewell County and approved the sale of city-owned property at 232 Everett Street to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church for $750.

• Approved Grange Road Improvements Project for $688,966.44
• Approved 2023 Street Maintenance program contracts
• Approved sale of 232 Everett Street to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church for $750
• Approved $50,000 curbside recycling grant from Tazewell County
• Approved special use for outdoor storage at 300 Edmund Street
• Approved annexation of the Siegrist property
• Approved contract with Energy Harbor LLC for residential energy aggregation
• Approved renewal agreement with Voltus, Inc. for electricity demand reduction

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also review testing results for a probationary firefighter and consider other old and new business. The meeting is scheduled for February 20, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

• Consider staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
• Consider staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
• Review testing results for probationary firefighter
• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting
• Public comments

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine administrative business: approving the previous meeting's minutes, the January 2023 treasurer's report, and bills totaling $30,000. The board also received a PPRT (sales tax) payment of $27,371.08. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of bills totaling $30,000
• Received PPRT payment of $27,371.08
• Approval of January 2023 treasurer's report
• Approval of minutes

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes paying $2,040,218.80 in bills, a three-year police labor contract, and several equipment purchases. They will also consider ordinances for property annexation, special use, and surplus land sales, plus resolutions for various contracts and payments.

• Payment of $2,040,218.80 in bills (Schedule 18)
• Second reading: police labor contract with Policemen’s Benevolent Labor Committee (3-year term)
• Ordinance to annex Siegrist Property
• Special use for outdoor storage at 300 Edmund Street
• Sale of surplus property at 106 Shadoway Drive and 232 Everett Street

The City Council approved a $2.04M bill payment and several equipment purchases for the fire, police, and solid waste departments. The council also authorized a management agreement for the Eastport Marina and the sale of city-owned surplus real estate.

• Approved $2,040,218.80 payment for Schedule of Bills (5-0)
• Approved sale of surplus real estate at 106 Shadoway Drive for $500 plus attorney fees (5-0)
• Approved 3-year Eastport Marina Management Agreement with Omega 9 Marina, LLC (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three Ford Explorer squads for Police Department (5-0)
• Approved $15,697.50 for garbage truck mechanical arm repair (5-0)
• Approved $53,041.77 for water main pipe for Bass Pro Drive project (5-0)
• Approved $9,950.00 for electric forklift battery and charger replacement (5-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 21, 2023, regarding proposed FY 2023-2024 budget (5-0)

Fire & Police Commission Board

The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. They will also review applications for both departments and consider public comments.

• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2023 special meeting
• Public comments
• Staffing needs and candidate status review for Fire Department
• Staffing needs and candidate status review for Police Department
• Review applications for Police & Fire Departments

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a special working session to discuss the fiscal year 2023-2024 budget, including revenues, capital expenditures, and the EastPort Marina. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of FY2023-2024 city budget planning
• EastPort Marina budget considerations
• Summary of revenues
• Capital expenditures review
• City Council budget deliberations

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine payments and second readings of several resolutions and an ordinance, including a $2.1 million bill schedule, a sewer project change order, and adding retail theft to the city code. Several items are laid over for public inspection, including a special use for a property on Pekin Avenue and a development agreement for a riverfront apartment project.

• Payment of bills totaling $2,131,314.83 (Schedule 17)
• Fourth change order for Phase D of Sanitary Sewer System Upgrade
• Ordinance adding retail theft offense to city code
• Special use for accessory building at 543 Pekin Avenue
• Second amendment to development agreement with Teekona Group for Riverfront Midrise Apartments

The City Council approved a three-year police union contract following arbitration and adopted a resolution urging the Illinois General Assembly to protect TIF incentives. Several other items were approved via omnibus vote, including a $2.1M bill payment and the addition of retail theft to the city's misdemeanor code.

• Approved $2,131,314.83 payment for schedule of bills (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4700 adding retail theft to the misdemeanor code (5-0)
• Approved three-year police union contract (2019-2022) following arbitration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2223-126 urging the state to protect TIF incentives (5-0)
• Approved $11,702.47 bulk purchase of water treatment chemicals (5-0)
• Approved separation agreement for retired police officer Thomas E. Virgil (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of bid to sell city-owned real estate at 106 Shadoway Drive for $750 (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of special use request for accessory structure at 543 Pekin Avenue (5-0)

Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees is meeting to approve financial reports and expenditures, review professional services bids, consider new applicants and trustee nominations, and receive updates on disability pension applications. The agenda includes routine administrative items and a few specific actions.

• Approval of expenditures for October-December
• Approve professional services administration and review of bids
• Approve transfer of time for Nicholas Swise
• Three new applicants: Pickerill, Duley, Leach
• Purchase of new safe

City Council

The East Peoria City Council is holding a special working session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 city budget. The agenda covers budget introductions and department-specific discussions including EastPort Marina, Public Works, City Clerk, EastSide Centre and Tourism, Fire and ESDA, Police, and Planning and Community Development. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget planning discussion
• EastPort Marina budget review
• Public Works budget review
• EastSide Centre and Tourism budget review
• Police and Fire/ESDA budget reviews

The City Council conducted a working session to discuss the operations portion of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. No formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Mass Transit District Board of Trustees

The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees is holding a regular meeting to approve the minutes, the treasurer's report for December 2022, and bills totaling $30,000. They also received a PPRT payment of $12,408.06 and a TIF III share of $1,104.81 from the City. No other substantive business is listed.

• Approval of bills totaling $30,000
• Treasurer's report for December 2022
• Received PPRT payment of $12,408.06
• Received 20% share of TIF III from City: $1,104.81

City Council

The East Peoria City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 3, 2023, to consider a consent agenda that includes paying $1,890,670.06 in bills, adopting ordinances and resolutions on second reading, and approving contracts. Several items have been pulled from the consent agenda for individual discussion, including a special use permit for a sign, a change order for the sanitary sewer upgrade, a new retail theft ordinance, an administrative hearing officer agreement, and a change order for turf field equipment. The meeting will also include public comment periods and a possible executive session.

• Payment of bills totaling $1,890,670.06 (Resolution 2223-122)
• Ordinance 4697 (second reading) amending building regulations on permit requirements
• Resolution 2223-115 (second reading) approving contract for clearing Farm Creek shoreline
• Resolution 2223-116 (second reading) authorizing purchase of Advanced Endpoint Protection from Heart Technologies
• Resolution 2223-117 (second reading) authorizing purchase of a phone system and annual software/service agreement

The City Council approved an amended ordinance for a sign at Briargate Road and Washington Road, waiving landscaping requirements for a non-profit food bank. The council also passed a consent agenda including $1.89M in bill payments and several city service contracts.

• Approved Amended Ordinance No. 4698 for an off-premises sign at Briargate Road and Washington Road (3-2)
• Approved $1,890,670.06 in bill payments via Resolution 2223-122 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 4697 amending building regulations regarding permit requirements (5-0)
• Approved contract for clearing Farm Creek Shoreline via Resolution 2223-115 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of endpoint protection from Heart Technologies via Resolution 2223-116 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a city phone system via Resolution 2223-117 (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of Resolution 2223-119 for a $137,049 sanitary sewer change order (5-0)
• Accepted first reading of Ordinance 4700 adding retail theft to the misdemeanor code (5-0)