East Peoria public meetings in 2025
84 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will vote on the annual tax levy for the fiscal year May 2025 to April 2026. The body is also considering special use requests for solar energy, multi-family housing, and structure expansions. Other business includes approving a $4.7 million bill payment and various infrastructure contracts.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $4,720,793.31
- Annual Tax Levy Ordinance for the fiscal year May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026
- Special use for ground-mount solar at 129 Meadow Avenue
- Special use for multi-family use at 500 Centennial Drive
- Purchase of water meters from Midwest Meter Inc. for $37,710
The council adopted Ordinance No. 4882 establishing the annual tax levy for the fiscal year May 2025 through April 2026. The levy amount remains approximately $5,914,035, keeping the total collection the same as the prior year while the property tax rate will decrease. The motion passed unanimously with five yeas and no nays.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4882 (annual tax levy) (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑083 approving payment of $4,720,793.31 (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑075 renewing property, casualty, workers’ comp and cyber insurance (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑076 approving employee assistance program service agreement (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑077 approving purchase of interview room equipment and new tasers for police station (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑074 approving purchase of water meters for $37,710 (5‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4883 authorizing ground‑mount solar at 129 Meadow Ave (5‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4884 authorizing expansion at 105 Hawthorne Ave (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on staffing needs for both departments, including a status review of candidates. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Fon du Lac Park District Police Department Classroom.
- Approve minutes from December 1, 2025 meeting
- Review Fire Department staffing needs and candidates
- Review Police Department staffing needs and candidates
- Public comments period
- Old and New Business
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four special use petitions. These include requests for solar panel installations, building expansions, and the conversion of a senior living facility into apartments.
- Case SU-2025-015: Ground mount solar panels at 129 Meadow Ave.
- Case SU-2025-016: Expansion of a non-conforming building at 105 N. Hawthorne Ave.
- Case SU-2025-017: Accessory structure at 111 Kaylea Ct.
- Case SU-2025-018: Redevelopment of 500 Centennial Drive from senior living to multifamily apartments.
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board will approve routine items, including the meeting minutes, the November 2025 treasurer’s report, and bills totaling $42,216.02. It will record a property tax payment of $6,397.97 with $438.01 interest. The primary action is the adoption of Ordinance No. 115, which levies a municipal tax of $307,000 for the fiscal year July 1 2025 to June 30 2026.
- Approve minutes of the December 8, 2025 meeting
- Approve the treasurer’s report for November 2025
- Approve bills amounting to $42,216.02
- Record property tax payment of $6,397.97 plus $438.01 interest
- Adopt Ordinance No. 115 levying $307,000 municipal tax for FY 7/1/25‑6/30/26
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will hold a special working session on December 2, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. The council will discuss the draft of the city's 2045 Comprehensive Plan. No formal action or vote is scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only. Comments are invited from council members and the public.
- Discussion of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Draft
The East Peoria City Council held a working session to receive an update on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan draft. No formal action on the plan was taken. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made, seconded, and carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 5:55 P.M.
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote: Yeas – Decker, Hill, Sutherland, Mayor Kahl; Nays – none)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $2,511,537.24 payment for scheduled bills. Council members will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, such as a special‑use permit for 2370 Centennial Drive, reimbursement of engineering fees for the Levee Park project, and an agreement with IDOT to modernize traffic signals and resurface the Route 24 and Grange Road intersection. Additional items include proposals for pump and motor replacement at the Oakwood Treatment Plant and a change to the number of Class D liquor licenses authorized in the city.
- Resolution 2526-078 – approve payment of Schedule of Bills #14, $2,511,537.24
- Ordinance 4880 (second reading) – special‑use authorization for an accessory structure at 2370 Centennial Drive
- Resolution 2526-072 (second reading) – reimburse engineering fees for the Levee Park project using OSLAD grant funds
- Resolution 2526-069 (second reading) – authorize IDOT agreement for traffic‑signal modernization and resurfacing of the Route 24/Grange Road intersection
- Resolution 2526-071 (second reading) – approve pump and motor replacement proposals for the Oakwood Treatment Plant
The East Peoria City Council approved all six items on the consent agenda by omnibus vote, covering a $2,511,537.24 payment schedule, a special‑use ordinance for 2370 Centennial Drive, a traffic‑signal modernization agreement with IDOT, and a change to Class D liquor licenses. The council also accepted the annual tax‑levy ordinance for 2025‑2026 on first reading and laid it on the table for public inspection. Additional resolutions renewing city insurance, establishing an employee assistance program, and purchasing police interview‑room equipment and tasers were approved. A resolution to purchase water meters for the Public Works Water Department was also adopted.
- Adopted Consent Agenda items 1‑6 by omnibus vote (Yeas: Decker, Hill, Sutherland, Mayor Kahl; Nays: none)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑078 approving payment of $2,511,537.24 (part of consent agenda)
- Adopted Ordinance 4880 authorizing special use for accessory structure at 2370 Centennial Drive (part of consent agenda)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑069 authorizing agreement with IDOT for traffic‑signal modernization and Route 24/Grange Road resurfacing (part of consent agenda)
- Adopted Ordinance 4879 amending city code to change number of Class D liquor licenses (part of consent agenda)
- Accepted Ordinance 4882 (annual tax levy) on first reading and laid on table for public inspection
- Approved Resolution 2526‑075 renewing property, casualty, liability, workers’ compensation and cyber insurance coverage
- Approved Resolution 2526‑077 purchasing interview‑room equipment and tasers for new police station ($385,444.56)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The commission will approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The board will also address any old business items and consider new business topics. No specific contracts or dollar amounts are listed.
- Read and approve minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting
- Public comments
- Consider staffing needs for the Fire Department (status review of candidates)
- Consider staffing needs for the Police Department (status review of candidates)
- Old business and new business items
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $2,115,511.27 payment for scheduled bills, an $18,613.73 invoice for ADA ramp and sidewalk work on East Washington Street, and funding for paramedic training. The council will also adopt an ordinance updating parking rules for the City Hall and Civic Complex lot. Several items have been removed from the consent agenda for public inspection, including tax levies for special service areas, a special‑use permit for an accessory structure, a ground‑mount solar permit, and a change to the number of Class D liquor licenses.
- Adopt Resolution 2526-074 to approve payment of $2,115,511.27 for Schedule of Bills (Schedule 13).
- Adopt Resolution 2526-067 to approve $18,613.73 for additional work on East Washington Street ADA ramps and sidewalks at Mall/Anna and Springfield Road intersections.
- Adopt Ordinance 4876 amending Chapter 5 of Title 11 of the City Code to update parking restrictions for the City Hall and Civic Complex lot.
- Adopt Ordinance 4877 creating a tax levy for the 2025 tax year for Special Service Area 2019A (Access Road 6 improvement).
- Adopt Ordinance 4879 amending Title 3, Chapter 3 of the City Code to change the number of Class D liquor licenses authorized.
The council adopted the consent agenda, approving a $2,115,511.27 payment for scheduled bills, an $18,613.73 invoice for East Washington Street ADA ramps, paramedic training costs, and an amendment to the parking code. It also adopted tax‑levy ordinances for the Access Road 6 and Valley View Knolls special service areas. A special‑use permit for an accessory structure at 2370 Centennial Drive was accepted for first reading, while a proposed ground‑mount solar project at 540 W. Camp Street was rejected.
- Approved Resolution 2526-074 to pay $2,115,511.27 (Consent Item 1) – adopted by omnibus vote
- Approved Resolution 2526-067 to pay $18,613.73 for East Washington Street ADA ramps – adopted by omnibus vote
- Approved Resolution 2526-068 for paramedic training costs – adopted by omnibus vote
- Adopted Ordinance 4876 amending parking code – adopted by omnibus vote
- Adopted Ordinance 4877 tax levy for SSA 2019A (Access Road 6 improvement) – adopted
- Adopted Ordinance 4878 tax levy for SSA 2021A (Valley View Knolls water system) – adopted
- Accepted Ordinance 4880 for special use of accessory structure at 2370 Centennial Drive – first reading, laid on table
- Rejected Ordinance 4881 for ground‑mount solar at 540 W. Camp Street – motion carried (yea: Sutherland; nay: Decker, Hill, Mingus, Mayor Kahl)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will read and approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and consider staffing needs for both the fire and police departments, including status reviews of candidates. The meeting will also address any old and new business items.
- Read and approve minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting
- Public comment period
- Review and act on fire department staffing needs and candidate status
- Review and act on police department staffing needs and candidate status
- Consider any old and new business items
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on four requests for special use permits and zoning variances. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and deliberate on regular business.
- Public hearing for special use at 2370 Centennial Drive
- Public hearing for variance at 200 Racill Court
- Public hearing for ground mount solar panels at 540 West Camp Street
- Public hearing for front yard fence variance at 300 Edmund Street
- Approval of October 13, 2025 meeting minutes
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the October 2025 treasurer's report and pending bills. The board will also acknowledge receipts of property tax and PPRT payments.
- Approval of bills totaling $37,553.00
- Property tax payment received in the amount of $83,846.97
- PPRT check received in the amount of $12,926.75
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda including building cleaning extensions and streetlight retrofits. The body is also reviewing tax levies for special service areas and updates to parking restrictions at City Hall and the Civic Complex.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $1,936,727.19
- Payment of $40,395 to Laser Electric Inc. for West Camp Street LED retrofits and Gridsmart cameras
- Payment of $18,613.73 to Illinois Civil Contractors Inc. for East Washington Street ADA ramps and sidewalks
- Ordinance to provide police department access to commercial building lock boxes
- Proposed 2025 tax levies for Special Service Area 2019A and 2021A
The council adopted the full consent agenda, approving a $1,936,727.19 payment of scheduled bills, a one‑year extension of the city‑building cleaning contract, a $40,395 invoice for streetlight upgrades and camera system, an intergovernmental animal‑control agreement, and an ordinance granting police access to commercial lock boxes. It also approved 2025 tax levies for Special Service Areas 2019A (Access Road 6) and 2021A (Valley View Knolls water system), authorized payments for an $18,613.73 sidewalk‑ramp invoice and a $35,000 paramedic training cost, and adopted a parking‑regulation amendment for City Hall and other lots. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved $1,936,727.19 payment of scheduled bills (Consent Agenda Item 1)
- Approved one‑year extension of cleaning services contract for city buildings (Item 2)
- Approved $40,395 invoice for LED retrofit and camera system (Item 3)
- Approved intergovernmental animal and rabies control agreement (Item 4)
- Adopted ordinance granting police access to lock boxes on commercial buildings (Item 5)
- Approved 2025 tax levy for Special Service Area 2019A Access Road 6 improvement
- Approved 2025 tax levy for Special Service Area 2021A Valley View Knolls water system
- Adopted parking‑lot amendment ordinance for City Hall and Civic Complex
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will meet on November 3, 2025 to approve the minutes from the October 20 meeting and hear public comments. Commissioners will consider, discuss, and take action on staffing needs for the Fire Department, reviewing candidate status. They will also consider, discuss, and take action on staffing needs for the Police Department, reviewing candidate status. The agenda includes items for old business and new business.
- Approve minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting
- Public comments
- Review and decide on fire department staffing candidates
- Review and decide on police department staffing candidates
- Old business and new business items
Planning Commission
The East Peoria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Case CP-2025-001 and vote to recommend the adoption of a new Comprehensive Plan to the City Council. Members also discussed a proposed boundary agreement with the Village of Morton and a possible appointment of a new chairperson. Additional items included minor wording changes to a plat officer certificate and a code amendment concerning outdoor liquor consumption.
- Public hearing on Case CP-2025-001 to recommend adoption of the new Comprehensive Plan
- Discussion of a boundary agreement between East Peoria and the Village of Morton
- Proposed amendment to the plat officer certificate adding the phrase “plat act” after 765
- Proposed code change restricting certain uses and outdoor liquor consumption (Case A-2025-0002)
- Consideration of appointing a new chairperson for the Planning Commission
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes a resolution to approve payment of $1,835,527.33 for scheduled bills. Additional items are an ordinance for a communications easement at the Lilac Lane cell tower site, a renewal of the city’s ERP software license with Tyler Technologies, and the purchase of a 2026 Mack Granite tandem dump truck for Public Works. Several measures were removed from the consent agenda for separate consideration, including a zoning amendment for the R‑5 senior living district, a $1.5 million allocation of motor‑fuel tax funds for the 2026 street‑maintenance program, and a $40,395 payment for LED retrofits on West Camp Street.
- Approve $1,835,527.33 payment for Schedule of Bills (Resolution 2526‑066)
- Approve option and easement agreement for Lilac Lane cell tower site (Ordinance 4872)
- Renew Tyler Technologies ERP software subscription (Resolution 2526‑059)
- Purchase 2026 Mack Granite tandem dump truck from Vanguard Truck Centers (Resolution 2526‑058)
- Allocate $1,500,000 of motor‑fuel tax funds for 2026 street‑maintenance program (Resolution 2526‑060)
The council approved the consent agenda items, including a $1,835,527.33 payment, a communications easement for a cell‑tower site, a software subscription renewal, and the purchase of a Mack dump truck. It also adopted Ordinance 4875 amending R‑5 zoning to permit multi‑family special uses in the senior‑living district, plus ordinances strengthening hotel‑motel tax collection and police lock‑box access. Additionally, the council allocated $1.5 M of motor‑fuel tax funds for the 2026 street‑maintenance program, approved an animal‑rabies control agreement, and expressed support for the Illinois America250 Commission.
- Approved payment of $1,835,527.33 per Schedule 11 (Consent Agenda Item 1) – unanimous (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4872 for communications easement at Lilac Lane cell tower site (Consent Agenda Item 2) – unanimous (4‑0)
- Approved renewal of ERP software subscription with Tyler Technologies (Consent Agenda Item 3) – unanimous (4‑0)
- Authorized purchase of 2026 Mack Granite Tandem Dump Truck from Vanguard Truck Centers (Consent Agenda Item 4) – unanimous (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4875 amending R‑5 zoning to allow multi‑family special uses in senior‑living district – unanimous (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4873 strengthening hotel‑motel tax enforcement mechanisms – unanimous (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4874 granting police access to commercial lock boxes – unanimous (4‑0)
- Approved Resolution 2526‑060 allocating $1,500,000 of motor‑fuel tax funds for 2026 street‑maintenance program – unanimous (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review investment reports and deposits from July through September 2025. The meeting includes discussions on cash management, pension eligibility affidavits, and future plan administration services.
- Approval of invoices for Asher, Gitler, and D’Alba, Ltd; Foster & Foster, Inc.; and IPPFA
- Review of IPOPIF’s Investment Report as of September 30, 2025
- Applications for membership, retirement, disability benefits, and contribution refunds
- Final results of Agreed Upon Procedures (IPOPIF) audit
- Discussion of future plan administration services
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board will hear three public petitions: a variance for a 6‑foot gate at 1839 Highview Road, a special‑use request by the City to allow a multi‑family senior‑living development in the R‑5 Senior Living Facilities district, and a recommendation to adopt the city’s new Comprehensive Plan (Case CP‑2025‑001). After the hearings the board may vote on each petition. No other business is scheduled.
- Variance petition for a 6‑ft front‑yard gate at 1839 Highview Road (parcel 01‑01‑23‑200‑014)
- City petition for a special‑use multi‑family senior‑living development in the R‑5 district
- Petition to recommend adoption of a new Comprehensive Plan to the City Council (Case CP‑2025‑001)
- Citizens’ opportunity to address non‑agenda items
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board will approve the September 2025 treasurer's report and bills totaling $41,962.50. The board will also adopt the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Appropriation Ordinance and commit local funds for the Main & Mariners Way intersection improvement project.
- Approval of bills: $41,962.50
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 114: FY 2026 Annual Appropriation
- Commitment of local funds for Main & Mariners Way intersection improvement
- Approval of September 2025 Treasurer's Report
- Receipt of property tax payment: $42,444.34
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda including the approval of $5,013,220.41 in bills, a boundary agreement with Morton, and the purchase of a new dump truck. The council also plans to discuss an ordinance banning Kratom and allocate $1.5 million for street maintenance.
- Approval of $5,013,220.41 in bills
- Boundary agreement with Village of Morton
- Purchase of 2026 Mack Granite dump truck
- Ordinance banning Kratom possession and sale
- $1.5M for 2026 street maintenance program
The East Peoria City Council adopted Ordinance 4871, adding Kratom and 7‑OH to the list of prohibited substances. The council also approved the consent agenda items, including a $5,013,220.41 payment and a $1,500,000 allocation for the 2026 street‑maintenance program. Resolutions were accepted for a $281,047 dump‑truck purchase and a cell‑tower easement agreement, each laid on the table for public inspection.
- Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous yeas)
- Adopted consent agenda items 1‑7 by omnibus vote (unanimous yeas)
- Adopted Ordinance 4871 prohibiting Kratom and 7‑OH (unanimous yeas)
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑060 allocating $1,500,000 for street maintenance (5‑1)
- Accepted Ordinance 4872 (cell‑tower easement) first reading, laid on table
- Accepted Resolution 2526‑059 (Tyler Technologies ERP renewal) first reading, laid on table
- Accepted Resolution 2526‑058 (Mack dump‑truck purchase $281,047) first reading, laid on table
- Adopted Resolution 2526‑061 approving payment of $5,013,220.41 (unanimous yeas)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will approve the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and consider staffing needs for both the fire and police departments, including a status review of candidates. The board will also address any old or new business items.
- Read and approve minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting
- Public comment period
- Consider, discuss, and act on fire department staffing needs and candidate status
- Consider, discuss, and act on police department staffing needs and candidate status
- Review old business items
City Council
The City Council will consider a variety of administrative approvals, including infrastructure repairs and a boundary agreement with the Village of Morton. The body is also deciding on appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and legal counsel for the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $2,119,238.88
- Ordinance 4870: Jurisdictional boundary line agreement with the Village of Morton
- Proposal from Cahoy Group for Well #17 Rehabilitation Project
- Proposal from Huber Technology for Wastewater Treatment Plant #1 Sludge Press Repair Project
- Purchase of gym equipment for the new police station from Pure Fitness Innovations
The council adopted a consent agenda that approved a $2,119,238.88 payment of scheduled bills and the purchase of gym equipment for the new police station. It also approved a boundary line agreement with the Village of Morton, a service agreement for the residential energy aggregation program, and appointed Joel Rieker to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Additional actions included a retirement separation agreement for Robert Cole, permission for a temporary road closure for the Festival of Lights Parade, and approval of a wastewater treatment plant sludge press repair project costing $96,495.59. All items were adopted by unanimous vote.
- Approved $2,119,238.88 payment of scheduled bills (5-0)
- Approved purchase of gym equipment for new police station (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4870 boundary line agreement with Village of Morton (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2526-056 service agreement for residential energy aggregation program (5-0)
- Confirmed appointment of Joel Rieker to Zoning Board of Appeals (5-0)
- Adopted retirement separation agreement for Robert Cole ($26,271.46 compensation) (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2526-051 permission for temporary road closure for Festival of Lights Parade (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2526-055 wastewater treatment plant sludge press repair project ($96,495.59) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will meet on September 15, 2025. Commissioners will read and approve the minutes from the September 8 meeting, hear public comments, and discuss staffing needs for both the fire and police departments, including reviewing candidate status. The agenda also includes items of old business and new business.
- Read and approve minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting
- Public comments period
- Review and take action on fire department staffing needs and candidate status
- Review and take action on police department staffing needs and candidate status
- Consider old business and new business items
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status updates on candidates. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes and opportunities for public comments.
- Review and approval of minutes from August 18, 2025 meeting
- Status review of Fire Department candidates
- Status review of Police Department candidates
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve past minutes, hear public comments, and discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The meeting is procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.
- Review and approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
- Status review of Fire Department candidates
- Status review of Police Department candidates
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will hold its regular meeting to approve routine bills, ordinances, and resolutions. Items include payments totaling $550,391.01, street maintenance funding, zoning approvals for an accessory structure and short-term rental, and a loan for economic development. The council will also consider parking regulations on state routes and a purchase of gym equipment for the new police station.
- Approve $550,391.01 in bills via Resolution 2526-049
- Approve additional funds for 2025 Street Maintenance Program via Resolution 2526-045
- Authorize special use for accessory structure at 900 Centennial Drive via Ordinance 4866
- Authorize special use for short-term rental at 221 East Sheen Avenue via Ordinance 4867
- Approve $550,391.01 in bills via Resolution 2526-049
The council approved the minutes from the August 19 meetings and adopted five consent‑agenda items, including a $550,391.01 bill payment, a special‑use permit at 900 Centennial Drive, an economic‑development loan, additional street‑maintenance funds, and a GIS services contract. It passed Ordinance No. 4867 allowing a short‑term rental at 221 East Sheen Avenue with specific conditions, by a 4‑1 vote. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 4868 establishing no‑parking zones on designated state routes, approved a $43,332 purchase of gym equipment for the new police station, and adjourned until September 16.
- Approved minutes of Aug 19 meetings (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda items 1‑5 by omnibus vote (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4867 for short‑term rental at 221 East Sheen Ave (4-1)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4868 creating no‑parking zones on state routes (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2526-048 to purchase gym equipment for police station ($43,332) (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting until Sep 16, 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will hold a special working session to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. No formal actions will be taken at this meeting. The session is scheduled for August 19, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
The special working session was called to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update, but the Mayor stated no formal action would be taken. Council members reviewed the plan presentation and provided comments. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous yeas, no nays)
- No formal action taken on the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda including infrastructure agreements with IDOT and labor contracts. The body is also reviewing special use ordinances for specific properties and an economic development loan.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $2,739,288.55
- IDOT agreements for Route 116 traffic signal updates and Cedar Street Extension Bridge reconstruction
- Special use ordinance for short-term rental at 221 East Sheen Avenue
- Special use ordinance for an accessory structure at 900 Centennial Drive
- Economic development loan to TPC of EP, LLC from the Revolving Loan Fund
The City Council approved a consent agenda that included a $2,739,288.55 payment of scheduled bills and eight separate resolutions covering bus benches, a public‑works union contract, IDOT video‑signal upgrades, a bridge reconstruction, wastewater fees, and engineering and permit services. It also accepted an ordinance for a 12 × 30 ft accessory shed at 900 Centennial Drive and tabled a short‑term‑rental ordinance for 221 East Sheen Avenue after a 3‑1 vote. Additional actions included a $500,000 economic‑development loan to TPC of EP, extra funding for the 2025 street‑maintenance program, and a contract for GIS sewer‑inspection services.
- Adopted Consent Agenda items 1‑8 (including $2.74 M payment and eight infrastructure resolutions) – yeas 4, nays 0
- Accepted Ordinance 4866 for accessory shed at 900 Centennial Drive – yeas 4, nays 0
- Accepted Ordinance 4867 for short‑term rental at 221 East Sheen Avenue – yeas 3, nays 1 (Mayor Kahl)
- Approved Economic Development Loan $500,000 to TPC of EP, LLC – yeas 4, nays 0
- Approved additional funds for 2025 Street Maintenance Program – yeas 4, nays 0
- Approved proposal from Maurer‑Stutz, Inc. for GIS sewer‑inspection services – yeas 4, nays 0
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the August 4, 2025 session and discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including candidate status reviews. Public comments will also be heard.
- Approve minutes from August 4, 2025 meeting
- Review staffing needs for Fire Department, including candidate status
- Review staffing needs for Police Department, including candidate status
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to decide on four petitions. These include requests for a front-yard shed, a short-term rental, a community solar project, and a property rezoning.
- Case SU-2025-009: Special Use for a front yard shed at 900 Centennial Dr.
- Case SU-2025-010: Special Use for a short-term rental at 221 E. Sheen Ave
- Case SU-2025-011: Special Use for a community solar project off Muller Rd
- Case R-2025-004: Rezoning of property at Pinecrest Dr. and Cimmeron Dr. from R-3 (Two-Family Dwelling) to B-3 (Business Service)
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees will conduct its regular monthly meeting, including approval of the July 2025 treasurer’s report and bills totaling $37,500. The board will also review communications such as a $12,485.72 refund to the City of East Peoria and a $126,194.71 property tax payment.
- Approval of July 2025 treasurer’s report
- Approval of bills totaling $37,500.00
- Refund to City of East Peoria: $12,485.72
- Property tax payment received: $126,194.71
City Council
The City Council will vote on a schedule of bills totaling $1,995,487.23 and a new vehicle lift for the Public Works Garage. The body is also discussing agreements for road and bridge reconstruction with IDOT and wastewater treatment plant projects.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $1,995,487.23
- Ordinance 4865 for ground-mount solar at 304 S. Pleasant Hill Road
- IDOT agreement for Cedar Street Extension Bridge and Interchange reconstruction
- IDOT agreement for Route 116 intersection traffic signal video detection updates
- 3-year agreement with Teamsters Local Union No. 627 for Department of Public Works
The East Peoria City Council adopted a $1,995,487.23 payment for scheduled bills and authorized a new two‑post vehicle lift for the Public Works garage. A proposed special‑use ordinance for ground‑mount solar at 304 S. Pleasant Hill Road was rejected. Several agreements were approved, including bus benches, a Teamsters labor contract, IDOT traffic‑signal upgrades, a bridge reconstruction project, and an IEPA wastewater fee.
- Approved payment of $1,995,487.23 for scheduled bills (Resolution 2526-042) – Yeas all, Nays none
- Authorized purchase of new two‑post vehicle lift for Public Works garage (Resolution 2526-033) – Yeas all, Nays none
- Rejected special‑use ordinance for ground‑mount solar at 304 S. Pleasant Hill Rd (Ordinance No. 4865) – Yeas 1, Nays 4 (motion failed)
- Approved agreement for city bus benches on right‑of‑way (Resolution 2526-039) – Yeas all, Nays none
- Approved three‑year labor agreement with Teamsters Local Union 627 for Public Works (Resolution 2526-035) – Yeas all, Nays none
- Approved IDOT agreement to replace and update video‑detection systems at Route 116 intersections (Resolution 2526-040) – Yeas all, Nays none
- Approved IDOT funding for Cedar Street Extension Bridge reconstruction (Resolution 2526-041) – Yeas all, Nays none
- Approved $32,500 IEPA fee payment for Wastewater Treatment Plant #1 (Resolution 2526-036) – Yeas all, Nays none
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission Board will meet to discuss staffing requirements for the city's emergency services. The board will review the status of candidates for both the Fire Department and the Police Department.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission Board will meet to discuss staffing requirements for the city's emergency services. The board will review the status of candidates for both the Fire Department and the Police Department.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review financial reports, investment updates through June 30, 2025, and membership applications. The meeting includes the election of 2025 Board Officers and a review of audit results.
- Payment of Foster & Foster, Inc. invoices totaling $13,350.00
- Review of IPOPIF Investment Report and Participant Fund Monthly Statement
- Application for surviving spouse benefits for Carol Duran
- Election of 2025 Board Officers
- Review of draft results from the agreed upon procedures audit
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions including software renewals and facility improvements. The meeting includes a vote on a large schedule of bills and a turf project for local baseball fields.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $3,784,412.90
- Proposal from ATG-Ram Industries, LLC for EastSide Centre Baseball Fields 8 and 9 Turf Project
- Microsoft Software Licensing Renewal for the City
- Purchase of a new two-post vehicle lift for the Public Works Garage from Illinois Oil Marketing Equipment, Inc.
- Appointment of the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Authorized Agent
The council adopted a consent agenda that approved a $3,784,412.90 payment for scheduled bills, renewed Microsoft software licensing, and accepted a turf project proposal for EastSide Centre baseball fields. A resolution appointed HR Director Jean Kosiara as the city’s authorized agent for the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The council also approved, on first reading, the purchase of a new two‑post vehicle lift for the Public Works garage and set the next meeting for August 5, 2025.
- Approved payment of $3,784,412.90 for scheduled bills (unanimous yeas)
- Approved Microsoft software licensing renewal (unanimous yeas)
- Approved ATG‑Ram Industries turf project for baseball fields 8 and 9 (unanimous yeas)
- Appointed Jean Kosiara as IMRF authorized agent (unanimous yeas)
- Approved first reading of purchase of new two‑post vehicle lift (unanimous yeas, laid on table for public inspection)
- Adjourned meeting until August 5, 2025 (unanimous yeas)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the June 2023 treasurer's report and authorize payments for bills. The board will also acknowledge receipts of TIF and PPRT funds.
- Approval of bills totaling $38,550.00
- Receipt of $1,133.66 from a 20% city TIF share
- Receipt of a PPRT check for $32,540.11
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings to consider several variance and special use petitions. Decisions will be made on requests for residential privacy fences, a ground mount solar installation, and a fueling station.
- Special Use for a fueling station at 123, 139, 141, & 143 Everett St and 126 Almiron St
- Special Use for a ground mount solar installation at 304 S. Pleasant Hill Road
- Special Use for the expansion of a non-conforming sign at 201 S. Main St
- Variance for a 6-inch privacy fence in the front yard at 135 Shoshone Drive
- Variance for a 6-foot privacy fence in the front yard at 123 & 125 E. Autumn Lane
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission Board will meet to discuss staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments. The board will also conduct status reviews of candidates for these departments.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
City Council
The City Council will consider several second-reading ordinances and resolutions. Key items include infrastructure repairs, equipment purchases, and special use permits for local properties.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $2,931,517.18
- Special use for used vehicle sales at 2337 Washington Road
- Special use for a fence with excessive height at 220 Avondale Drive
- Ordinance allowing retrofit of existing mobile home parks with new homes
- Proposal from ATG-Ram Industries, LLC for EastSide Centre Baseball Fields 8 and 9 Turf Project
The City Council approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. Items 1 through 7 on the consent agenda—including a $2,931,517.18 payment, several infrastructure contracts, and a mobile‑home park retrofit ordinance—were adopted by omnibus vote. Ordinance No. 4863 for a fence at 220 Avondale Drive, Resolution No. 2526‑029 for Microsoft software licensing, and Resolution No. 2526‑030 for a turf project at EastSide Centre were each approved unanimously. The council then adjourned until July 15, 2025.
- Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (Yeas: Decker, Hill, Mingus, Kahl; Nays: Sutherland)
- Adopted consent agenda items 1‑7 by omnibus vote (including $2,931,517.18 payment and various contracts)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4863 authorizing fence use at 220 Avondale Drive (Yeas: 4, Nays: 0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2526‑029 for Microsoft software licensing renewal (Yeas: 4, Nays: 0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2526‑030 for EastSide Centre baseball fields turf project (Yeas: 4, Nays: 0)
- Adjourned meeting until July 15, 2025 (Yeas: 5, Nays: 0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local #1498. The body is also deciding on several special use permits, public works contracts, and updates to the city code regarding dangerous dogs and mobile home parks.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $371,401.42
- Special use for used vehicle sales at 2337 Washington Road
- Special use for a fence with excessive height at 220 Avondale Drive
- Contract for residential demolition with Jimax Corp
- Ordinance amending vicious and dangerous dog provisions in the city code
The council adopted a collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters Local #1498 covering 2025‑2028. It also approved a $371,401.42 payment for scheduled bills, accepted the lowest responsible bidder for a residential demolition contract, and authorized a software licensing renewal. Several ordinances and resolutions, including a special‑use permit for a vehicle sales site and a fence permit, were accepted, while a proposal to revise the city health‑care plan was rejected. All votes and outcomes are recorded in the minutes.
- Approved collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local #1498 (5‑0)
- Approved $371,401.42 payment of scheduled bills (5‑0)
- Accepted Jimax Corp as lowest responsible bidder for residential demolition (5‑0)
- Approved Laserfiche software licensing renewal with ICC Community Development Solutions (5‑0)
- Accepted Ordinance No. 4862 for special use of used‑vehicle sales at 2337 Washington Rd (5‑0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 4863 for fence special use at 220 Avondale Dr (4‑1)
- Rejected Resolution 2526‑018 to add out‑of‑network health‑care providers (0‑5)
- Appointed Jim McIntyre to East Peoria Housing Authority Board (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission Board will discuss staffing needs and review the status of candidates for both the Fire and Police Departments. The meeting may adjourn to conduct testing and interviews for Fire Lieutenant promotions.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for Police Department
- Testing and interviews for Fire Lieutenant promotions
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings for two special use petitions. The board is reviewing requests for a business operation and a residential fence that deviates from city code.
- Case SU-2025-004: Petition of Fatije Asani for a used car dealership with outdoor vehicle storage at 2337 Washington Road
- Case SU-2025-005: Petition of Nancie Alexander for a fence inconsistent with Section 5-9-3 of the City Code at 220 Avondale Drive
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet to approve the May 2025 treasurer's report and pending bills. The board will also acknowledge a PPRT check payment.
- Approval of bills totaling $39,315.58
- Receipt of a PPRT check for $17,319.16
City Council
The City Council will vote on a special use ordinance for a drive-through business and a collective bargaining agreement for firefighters. The body will also review bills totaling over $1.5 million and open bids for surplus real estate.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $1,574,036.50
- Special use authorization for a drive-through business at 111 W. Washington Street
- Bid opening for city-owned surplus real estate at 423 Chicago Street
- Collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters, Local #1498
- Residential demolition contract bid from Jimax Corp.
The council adopted a $1,574,036.50 payment schedule, authorized a drive‑through business at 111 W. Washington St., and approved a contribution to the Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. It also accepted a residential demolition contract with Jimax Corp., renewed Laserfiche software licensing for $15,324.50, appointed Lisa Pickerill as Deputy City Clerk, and approved a three‑year collective bargaining agreement for the fire‑fighter union.
- Approved $1,574,036.50 payment schedule (5-0)
- Authorized special‑use drive‑through at 111 W. Washington St. (5-0)
- Approved contribution to Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (5-0)
- Accepted residential demolition contract with Jimax Corp. (5-0)
- Renewed Laserfiche software licensing for $15,324.50 (5-0)
- Appointed Lisa Pickerill as Deputy City Clerk (5-0)
- Approved 3‑year firefighters collective bargaining agreement (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission Board will review staffing needs and candidate statuses for both the Fire and Police Departments. The board will also consider the replacement of the Commission Attorney.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
- Replacement of Fire and Police Commission Attorney
City Council
The City Council will consider several second-reading ordinances regarding zoning and land use. The body is also deciding on infrastructure projects, including water main replacements and a lead service line replacement policy.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $2,886,811.59
- Special use authorization for a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington Street
- Zoning classification change for property on Quiet Creek Road
- Payment of $24,937.91 to Gasvoda & Associates for remote connection equipment
- Special use authorization for a drive-through business at 111 W. Washington Street
The East Peoria City Council adopted the full consent agenda, approving $2,886,811.59 in bill payments and a series of ordinances and resolutions covering zoning, infrastructure, and special‑use permits. Ordinances for a vehicle‑repair shop, a drive‑through coffee shop, and a zoning change on Quiet Creek Road were accepted. A $25,000 contribution to Discover Peoria and a lead‑service‑line replacement policy were also approved. The meeting was adjourned until June 3, 2025.
- Approved payment of $2,886,811.59 for scheduled bills (Resolution 2526-012) – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Adopted Ordinance 4854 authorizing special use for a vehicle‑repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Adopted Ordinance 4855 changing zoning classification on Quiet Creek Rd – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Adopted Ordinance 4856 third amendment to the Levee Overlay District – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Adopted Ordinance 4857 amending subdivision regulations for small subdivisions – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Approved Resolution 2526-003 lead service line replacement policy – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Approved Resolution 2526-001 fourth amendment to the water‑main master service agreement for FY 2025‑2026 – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
- Accepted Ordinance 4858 for a drive‑through coffee shop at 111 W. Washington St (first reading, laid on table) – Yeas: Mingus, Sutherland, Kahl; Nays: none
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission will meet to discuss staffing requirements for both the Fire and Police Departments. The board will also conduct a status review of candidates for these departments.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a 7 Brew drive-through coffee shop at 111 W. Washington St. and on a proposed city code amendment regulating storage units and dumpsters. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the April 14 meeting.
- Public hearing on Special Use SU-2025-003: 7 Brew drive-through coffee shop at 111 W. Washington St. (parcel 01-01-32-405-020).
- Public hearing on amendment A-2025-004: proposed changes to Sec. 5-4-9 of the City Code regarding storage units and bulk disposal units (dumpsters).
- Approval of minutes from April 14 meeting, which included approval of a special use for a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St. and a rezoning for townhomes at Quiet Creek Drive.
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees meets to approve routine items including minutes, the treasurer's report for April 2025, and bills totaling $37,500. They also acknowledge receipt of a PPRT check for $4,528.01. No new business or policy decisions are on the agenda.
- Approval of bills totaling $37,500.00
- Receipt of a PPRT check for $4,528.01
- Approval of treasurer's report for April 2025
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will vote on consent agenda items including $2.2 million in bills, Phase 3 of Levee Park development, and non-union employee salaries. Several items have been removed from the consent agenda and laid over for public inspection, including a lead service line replacement policy, zoning changes, and a special use permit for a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington Street. The council will also consider appointments, a retirement separation agreement, and intervention in a property tax appeal.
- Approval of $2,226,774.01 in bills (Schedule 24)
- Phase 3 Levee Park Development construction bid (Resolution 2425-141)
- Lead Service Line Replacement Policy (Resolution 2526-003)
- Special use permit for vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington Street (Ordinance 4854)
- Zoning change on Quiet Creek Road and subdivision regulation amendments (Ordinances 4855 & 4857)
The council unanimously approved six consent‑agenda items, including a $2,226,774.01 payment of scheduled bills, the lowest‑responsible bid for Phase 3 of the Levee Park Development, and an IT network switch upgrade. They also confirmed Gene Pflederer’s appointment to the Planning Commission and accepted several ordinances for first reading, laying them on the table for public inspection.
- Approved $2,226,774.01 payment of scheduled bills (omnibus vote)
- Approved lowest‑responsible bid for Phase 3 Levee Park Development (omnibus vote)
- Approved salaries, wages and benefits for certain non‑union employees FY 2025‑26 (omnibus vote)
- Adopted amendment and reissuance of the City personnel policy manual (omnibus vote)
- Approved revisions to the City’s group health insurance plan (omnibus vote)
- Approved Heart Technologies, Inc. proposal for City IT network switch upgrade (omnibus vote)
- Confirmed appointment of Gene Pflederer to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
- Accepted ordinance for special use of a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St. (first reading, tabled)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on staffing needs for the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.
- Consider and take action on Fire Department staffing needs and candidate status review
- Consider and take action on Police Department staffing needs and candidate status review
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two petitions from the City of East Peoria to amend city codes. The body will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.
- Public hearing on Petition A-2025-0001 to amend Title 6 — Subdivision Regulations
- Public hearing on Petition A-2025-0002 to amend the Levee District Overlay Plan
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission will consider and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including a status review of candidates. The board will also vote on approval of the Final Police Registers. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.
- Consider and take action on staffing needs for Fire Department, including status review of candidates
- Consider and take action on staffing needs for Police Department, including status review of candidates
- Approval of the Final Police Registers
- Read and approve minutes from April 7, 2025
- Public comments
Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees will meet on April 18, 2025, to review and approve routine financial reports, quarterly expenditures, and vendor invoices. The board will also discuss an update on a Department of Insurance monetary penalty and approve the fiduciary liability policy for the upcoming year. Membership updates and trustee election status are also on the agenda.
- Approve quarterly expenditures and additional bills, including Foster & Foster invoices for plan administration services
- Review and approve fiduciary liability policy for March 2025–March 2026 via Alliant Insurance Services invoice
- Update on Department of Insurance monetary penalty
- Review upcoming trustee training opportunities and approve registration fees and reimbursable expenses
- Update on Nicholas Dardanes withdrawal/contribution refund from the fund
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will consider several consent agenda items including the purchase of a new fire engine for $692,670 and three police vehicles. Additionally, items laid on the table for public inspection include Phase 3 of the Levee Park Development and updates to personnel policies. A $50,000 grant from Tazewell County for the residential curbside recycling program will also be voted on.
- Purchase of a new fire engine from Banner Fire Equipment, Inc. for $692,670
- Purchase of three 2025 Ford Interceptor Utility Vehicles for the Police Department from Sutton Ford Inc.
- Purchase of pipe and accessories for the Neumann Drive Water Main Replacement Project
- Authorization of sealed bid sale for city-owned surplus real estate at 423 Chicago Street
- $50,000 grant agreement with Tazewell County for the Residential Curbside Recycling Program
The East Peoria City Council adopted the consent agenda, approving $2,587,183.92 in scheduled bill payments, a sealed‑bid sale of surplus property at 423 Chicago Street, pipe for the Neumann Drive water‑main replacement, a new fire engine, and three police utility vehicles. It also approved the $538,777.75 lowest‑responsible‑bid for Phase 3 of the Levee Park splash‑pad, a $50,000 curbside‑recycling grant, and a $25,916.66 IT network switch upgrade. All actions were carried unanimously.
- Approved $2,587,183.92 bill payments (5-0)
- Adopted sealed‑bid sale ordinance for 423 Chicago St. (5-0)
- Approved purchase of pipe for Neumann Drive water main (5-0)
- Authorized $692,670 purchase of new fire engine (5-0)
- Approved purchase of three 2025 Ford Interceptor police vehicles (5-0)
- Approved $538,777.75 lowest‑responsible‑bid for Phase 3 Levee Park splash‑pad (5-0)
- Authorized $50,000 recycling grant from Tazewell County (5-0)
- Approved $25,916.66 IT network switch upgrade (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with primarily procedural items. The board will consider approval of minutes, the treasurer's report for March 2025, and a bill list totaling $37,500. They also received a PPRT check for $4,771.63. No major policy decisions or new business are on the agenda.
- Approval of bills totaling $37,500.00
- Approval of Treasurer’s Report for March 2025
- Received PPRT check of $4,771.63
- Reminder of next meeting on May 12, 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St and a rezoning of property at the end of Quiet Creek Drive from R-3 (Two-Family) to R-4 (Multiple-Family) for a proposed condo development. The board will also consider approving minutes from its February 10 meeting and conduct other regular business.
- Public hearing for Case SU-2025-002: special use to allow a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St
- Public hearing for Case R-2025-003: rezoning at Quiet Creek Drive from R-3 to R-4 for multi-family condos
- Approval of minutes from the February 10, 2025 ZBA meeting
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will meet to appoint commission officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary), discuss staffing needs for the Fire and Police Departments including status reviews of candidates, and vote on an initial register for police applicants. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Motion to appoint Mike Johnson as Chairman, Rickie Hutchison as Vice-Chairman, and Rick Ward as Secretary
- Consider staffing needs and candidate status review for the Fire Department
- Consider staffing needs and candidate status review for the Police Department
- Motion to approve the Initial Register for Police Applicants
City Council
The City Council will discuss the annual appropriation ordinance and working cash budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The body is also considering the sale of a hotel development site in the Riverfront Subdivision and a new municipal grocery tax.
- Annual Appropriation Ordinance and Working Cash Budget for May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026
- Sale of Lot 2 in Riverfront Subdivision to Illinois River Hospitality LLC for hotel development
- Purchase of a new fire engine from Banner Fire Equipment, Inc. for $692,670
- Payment of bills in the amount of $1,950,258.81
- Ordinance implementing a municipal grocery retailers’ and grocery service occupation tax
The East Peoria City Council approved a municipal grocery retailers’ occupation tax and adopted the annual appropriation ordinance setting the fiscal‑year budget at $134,638,269. It also approved the working cash budget of about $99,000,000, a $1,950,258.81 bill payment, a $40,423.04 garbage‑truck purchase, and a real‑estate assignment for a new hotel project. All items were adopted by unanimous vote.
- Adopted Consent Agenda items 1‑5, including $1,950,258.81 bill payment and $40,423.04 garbage‑truck purchase (5‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4848, annual appropriation ordinance for FY 2025‑2026, total $134,638,269 (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2425‑123 approving Working Cash Budget of approximately $99,000,000 for FY 2025‑2026 (5‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4851 assigning real‑estate purchase‑sale agreement for Lot 2 to Illinois River Hospitality LLC for new hotel project (5‑0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2425‑134 extending hotel project closing date to April 21 2025 (5‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 4850 implementing municipal grocery retailers’ occupation tax (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will hold a special working session to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.
- Discussion of the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Update
The East Peoria City Council held a working session to discuss the 2045 Comprehensive Plan update, and the Mayor stated no formal action would be taken. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which was carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 5:31 p.m.
- Adjourned meeting (5‑0) – Motion by Commissioner Mingus, seconded by Commissioner Decker
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider the annual appropriation ordinance and working cash budget for the fiscal year starting May 1, 2025. The body will also vote on various city contracts, real estate sales, and insurance rates.
- Public hearing on the Annual Appropriation Ordinance and Working Cash Budget (May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026)
- Payment of bills in the amount of $3,090,027.92
- Purchase of 100 Dome Top Garbage Toters from Wastequip for $40,423.04
- Payment to Pace Analytical Services, LLC for Well Water Analysis Testing Project in the amount of $39,562.20
- Selling process for city-owned surplus real estate at 200 Park Avenue
The East Peoria City Council, with three members present, extended the moratorium on new smoke and tobacco shops in B-2 and B-3 districts for an additional six months (April 1 to October 1, 2025). The council also approved the consent agenda, including payment of bills, and introduced the annual appropriation ordinance and working cash budget for FY 2025-26, with a budget expense total of $99,333,656.21. All votes were unanimous (3-0).
- Extended moratorium on smoke and tobacco shop permits in B-2/B-3 districts (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda: bills ($3,090,027.92), Ameren utility line contract, roadway salt purchasing, well water testing invoice ($39,562.20) (3-0)
- Introduced appropriation ordinance for FY 2025-26 (first reading)
- Introduced working cash budget for FY 2025-26 (first reading)
- Approved change order with G.A. Rich & Sons for Springfield Road water main project ($108,171.05) (first reading)
- Authorized sale of 200 Park Avenue property for at least 80% of appraised value (3-0)
- Vacated city easements on hotel development site for new Hampton Inn (3-0)
- Appointed Rickie Huthison and Rick Ward to Board of Fire and Police Commissioners (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Annual Appropriation Ordinance and Working Cash Budget. These documents cover the fiscal year from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026.
- Ordinance Number 4848: Annual Appropriation Ordinance for fiscal year May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026
- Resolution Number 2425-123: Approval of the Working Cash Budget for fiscal year May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026
The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed Annual Appropriation Ordinance and Working Cash Budget for fiscal year May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026. Finance Director Jeff Becker explained the appropriation sets a spending ceiling of just under $140 million across 29 funds, while the budget expense total is $99,333,656.21. No public comments were offered, and the hearing was adjourned with no decisions made.
- Recessed regular meeting to hold public hearing (3-0)
- Adjourned public hearing and reconvened regular meeting (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will consider and take action on staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including status reviews of candidates. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Consider staffing needs and candidate status for Fire Department
- Consider staffing needs and candidate status for Police Department
- Approve minutes from March 3, 2025 meeting
Firefighter's Pension Board
The East Peoria Firefighter's Pension Board meets quarterly to review financial reports, approve bills, and handle personnel changes. The board will consider new retirees, new members, inactive members, and reciprocity requests. A key item is a proposed increase for retirees and a decision on hiring a firm to manage pension board documents.
- Approval of bills (treasurer's report)
- New retirees: Schopp & Riggenbach
- Hiring a firm for pension board documents
- New retirees: Ryan Beck and Chris Rieker
- Approval for increases of retirees
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on March 10, 2025. Agenda items include approval of minutes, the treasurer's report for February 2025, and approval of bills totaling $40,558.53. A communication notes receipt of a PPRT check for $11,580.75. No new business or other substantive items are listed.
- Approval of bills totaling $40,558.53
- Acknowledge receipt of a PPRT check for $11,580.75
- Approval of minutes from previous meeting
- Approval of treasurer's report for February 2025
- Next meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025
Zoning Board of Appeals
The East Peoria Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St. and a rezoning request from Prairie Farms to rezone about 4.19 acres along Pinecrest Drive from R-4 (Multiple-Family Dwelling) to M-1 (Manufacturing) for a dairy distribution center. The board will also approve minutes from the February 10 meeting and address any old or new business.
- Public hearing for Special Use SU-2025-002: Doug Perdue requests a special use to allow a vehicle repair shop at 3210 E. Washington St.
- Public hearing for Rezoning R-2025-002: Scott Deakin of Prairie Farms seeks to rezone approximately 4.19 acres along Pinecrest Drive from R-4 to M-1 for a dairy distribution center.
- Approval of minutes from the ZBA meeting of February 10, 2025.
- Citizens’ opportunity to address the board on non-agenda items.
City Council
The City Council will vote on a series of ordinances and resolutions, including the creation of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area, a special use permit for a daycare at 90 Eastgate Drive, and the sale of city-owned property at 1654 Meadow Avenue. The council will also set a public hearing for March 18, 2025, on the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and appropriations, and consider bids for the 2025 street maintenance program and a contract for utility undergrounding at the new police station site.
- Second reading of Ordinances 4840, 4841, and 4842 to establish TIF district for East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area
- Second reading of Ordinance 4838 authorizing sale of excess city property at 1654 Meadow Avenue
- Second reading of Ordinance 4844 granting special use for child daycare center at 90 Eastgate Drive
- Resolution 2425-120 approving additional cost for undergrounding utility lines at new police station project site (Camp Street)
- Resolution 2425-118 setting public hearing on FY 2025-2026 budget and appropriation ordinance for March 18, 2025
The City Council unanimously approved three ordinances establishing the East Peoria Riverfront TIF District, including the eligibility study, redevelopment plan, and tax increment financing for the area along the Illinois River. The council also approved a consent agenda covering payments, a daycare special use, and several equipment purchases, and adopted an ordinance for the sale of excess city property at 1654 Meadow Avenue.
- Adopted Ordinance 4840 approving TIF eligibility study and redevelopment plan (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4841 designating East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4842 adopting tax increment financing for the TIF district (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda including $271,692.87 in bills, daycare special use at 90 Eastgate Drive, and equipment purchases (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4838 for sale of excess property at 1654 Meadow Avenue (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-120 for additional Ameren utility undergrounding cost at police station site (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions 2425-111 and 2425-115 for 2025 street maintenance program bids (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-116 for Eastside Centre parking lot Phase 2 improvements (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will consider and take action on staffing needs for both departments, including status reviews of candidates. The board will also review the process for the Fire Lieutenant eligibility test. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Status review of Fire Department candidates
- Status review of Police Department candidates
- Review of Fire Lieutenant eligibility test process
City Council
This is a public hearing to receive oral and written comments on a proposed pre-annexation agreement between the City of East Peoria and Underham LLC for property at 2518 Bloomington Road (part of PIN 05-05-02-302-016). No other business is on the agenda; the hearing is followed by adjournment to the regular meeting.
- Public hearing on pre-annexation agreement with Underham LLC for 2518 Bloomington Road
The City Council held a public hearing on a proposed pre-annexation agreement with UNDERHAM LLC for property at 2518 Bloomington Road. The agreement would annex the property into the city if the city grows to it within 20 years. No formal decision was made at the hearing; it was a procedural step for public input.
- Recessed regular meeting to hold public hearing (unanimous)
- Adjourned public hearing and reconvened regular meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a pre-annexation agreement for 2518 Bloomington Road. The body is also considering new zoning for senior living facilities and a ban on electronic sweepstakes machines.
- Public hearing on pre-annexation agreement with Underham LLC for 2518 Bloomington Road
- Payment of bills in the amount of $639,878.54
- Ordinance prohibiting electronic sweepstakes machines
- Establishment of R-5 zoning classification for senior living facilities
- Ordinance establishing a water service reconnection fee for non-payment
The East Peoria City Council approved a consent agenda covering bills, software, wireless infrastructure, a sweepstakes machine ban, well rehabilitation, and a water reconnection fee. It also adopted ordinances creating a new R-5 senior living zoning district, rezoning seven senior facilities, approving a pre-annexation agreement and final plat for Old Bloomington Road Subdivision, and establishing the East Peoria Riverfront TIF District. All votes were unanimous except for three street maintenance resolutions and the EastSide Centre parking lot contract, which passed 3-1 with Commissioner Sutherland dissenting.
- Adopted consent agenda items 1-6 (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-107 abating 2024 tax levies for bond issues (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4836 partially abating 2024 tax levy for revenue recapture (4-0)
- Approved pre-annexation agreement with UNDERHAM LLC (Ordinance 4845) (4-0)
- Approved final plat for Old Bloomington Road Subdivision (Ordinance 4846) (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4839 creating R-5 senior living zoning district (4-0)
- Rezoned seven senior living properties to R-5 (Ordinance 4843) (4-0)
- Adopted first reading of Ordinance 4840-4842 establishing Riverfront TIF District (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission will discuss staffing needs and candidate status for both the Fire and Police Departments. The board will also review the results of the Police Sergeant Promotion Exam.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for Police Department
- Review of Police Sergeant Promotion Exam results
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will hold a special meeting as a working session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 city budget. The discussion will cover a summary of revenues, capital expenditures, and council budget deliberations. No action will be taken during this session.
- Working session to discuss FY2025-2026 city budget
- Discussion of revenue summary and projections
- Review of capital expenditure plans
- City Council budget deliberations
The East Peoria City Council held a working session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, covering revenue projections and capital improvements. No formal votes were taken. Key revenue changes include a $1.7 million increase in municipal sales tax from online sales, a $500,000 decrease in riverboat gaming tax, and a $500,000 decrease in personal property replacement tax. The five-year Capital Improvement Plan includes new police station construction, Central Fire Station replacement, and street paving projects.
- No formal action taken; budget discussion only
- Discussed revenue projections: 1% sales tax up $1.7M, riverboat gaming tax down $500K
- Reviewed five-year Capital Improvement Plan (FY2025-30) including police station and fire station replacements
- Discussed Camp Street TIF projects: West Camp Street/Riverside Drive intersection improvements
- Commissioner Decker proposed $1,000 line item for garbage toter damage; mayor said policy will be drafted
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The East Peoria Mass Transit District Board will vote on Ordinance No.113, which partially abates the 2024 tax levy using recapture revenue from property tax adjustments. The board will also approve minutes, the January 2025 treasurer's report, and bills totaling $37,500.
- Motion to adopt Ordinance No.113 partially abating the 2024 tax levy based on recaptured revenue from certificates of error, court orders, or PTAB decisions
- Approval of bills totaling $37,500
- Approval of treasurer's report for January 2025
- Public participation period and approval of prior meeting minutes
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on several petitions, including a city-led proposal to establish a new R-5 Senior Living Facilities zoning district and rezone multiple properties into that district.
- Petition to establish R-5, Senior Living Facilities zoning district (Case A-2025-001)
- Petition to rezone properties at 200 Carlson Ave, 1000 Centennial Drive, 900 Centennial Drive, 500 Centennial Drive, 4000 N. Main St, 901 Illini Drive, and 130 N. Main St to R-5 (Case R-2025-001)
- Special Use petition for a day care center at 90 Eastgate Drive (Case SU-2025-001)
- Sign variance petition for a pylon sign at 1605 E. Washington St. (Case V-2025-001)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive written and oral comments on the proposed East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area (a new Tax Increment Financing district). No other business is scheduled.
- Public hearing on proposed East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area (new TIF district)
The City Council held a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area (new TIF district). No formal decision was made; the hearing was informational, and the council will consider adoption of the ordinance later. Public comments were received from two residents.
- Recessed regular meeting to hold public hearing (unanimous)
- Adjourned public hearing and reconvened regular meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing on creating a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the East Peoria riverfront redevelopment project. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering payments, a special use permit, and several intergovernmental agreements, plus multiple items laid over for public inspection, including a ban on electronic sweepstakes machines and a water reconnection fee.
- Public hearing on proposed East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area (new TIF district)
- Sale of excess city property at 545 Bloomington Road (Ordinance 4831)
- Ordinance prohibiting electronic sweepstakes machines in East Peoria (Ordinance 4837)
- Ordinance establishing a reconnection fee for water service after non-payment (Ordinance 4835)
- Approval of Well Number 1 and 3 rehabilitation project (Resolution 2425-104)
The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed East Peoria Riverfront Redevelopment Project Area (new TIF district) but took no vote on it at this meeting. The council approved the consent agenda, including payment of bills totaling $1,050,145.45, and adopted several ordinances and resolutions. These included selling excess city property at 545 Bloomington Road for $25,000 plus $1,000 in closing costs, and approving a separation agreement for retiring Assistant Fire Chief Chris Rieker.
- Held public hearing on proposed East Peoria Riverfront TIF district (no vote taken)
- Approved consent agenda including $1,050,145.45 in bill payments (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4831 selling excess city property at 545 Bloomington Road for $25,000 plus $1,000 closing costs (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-105 authorizing separation agreement for retiring Assistant Fire Chief Chris Rieker (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-108 for GIS software licensing extension with ESRI (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-106 for wireless infrastructure upgrade with Heart Technologies (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2425-104 for Well 1 and 3 rehabilitation with Municipal Well and Pump (5-0)
- Introduced ordinances on first reading including prohibiting electronic sweepstakes machines and establishing water reconnection fee
🗳️ How they voted (15 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire & Police Commission will meet to consider staffing needs for both the Fire and Police Departments, including a status review of candidates. The board will also review initial test scores for the rank of Police Sergeant. 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
- Review initial test scores for Police Sergeant rank
- Approve minutes from January 20, 2025
- Public comments period
City Council
This is a special working session of the East Peoria City Council to discuss the upcoming Fiscal Year 2025-2026 city budget. No formal action will be taken. The council will hear budget introductions and review plans for several departments and facilities including EastPort Marina, Public Works, EastSide Centre and Tourism, Fire and ESDA, Police, and Planning and Community Development.
- Budget introduction for FY 2025-2026
- EastPort Marina budget discussion
- Public Works budget discussion
- City Clerk, Accounts and Finance budget discussion
- EastSide Centre and Tourism, Fire and ESDA, Police, and Planning and Community Development budget discussions
The East Peoria City Council held a working session to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget. No formal votes were taken. Department heads presented budget proposals, including a projected Marina profit of $110,000-$120,000, a 3% wage increase for water/wastewater and streets staff, and a proposed increase in water reconnection fees. The next revenue discussion is scheduled for February 11, 2025.
- No formal decisions made; working session only
- Discussed proposed Marina budget with estimated profit of $110,000-$120,000
- Discussed proposed water/wastewater budget with 3% wage increase and reconnection fee increase
- Discussed proposed streets, vehicle maintenance, and solid waste budgets with 3% salary increase
- Discussed proposed Fire budget with 6.7% increase and potential $25,000 overtime reduction
- Discussed proposed Police budget with increases for squad maintenance and capital expenses for new station
- Scheduled revenue discussions for February 11, 2025
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a large bill payment and several contracts. Other items include zoning changes for High Point Lane and agreements regarding the Eastlight Theatre.
- Payment of bills in the amount of $1,918,172.34
- Zoning change for 730 High Point Lane to R-1 and M-1 districts
- Payment of $40,000 to Fon du Lac Park District for 2024 Festival of Lights
- Settlement agreement with BT-OH LLC for a new police station project access easement
- Special use authorization for an accessory structure at 106 Oakdale Road
The East Peoria City Council approved the consent agenda, which included paying $1,918,172.34 in bills, a zoning change at 730 High Point Lane, a contract for bridge inspections, a settlement for an access easement for the new police station, and a rental agreement extension. The council also adopted an ordinance for a special use at 106 Oakdale Road on first reading, and approved an intergovernmental agreement for debt recovery. Several resolutions were introduced for future consideration.
- Approved consent agenda items 1-5 (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4832 rezoning 730 High Point Lane (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2425-095 for Fehr Graham bridge inspection contract (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2425-097 settlement with BT-OH LLC for police station easement (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2425-096 extending Martin Tractor rental agreements (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4833 on first reading for special use at 106 Oakdale Road (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 4834 for Local Debt Recovery Program (4-0)
- Introduced resolutions for Festival of Lights payment, backstop padding, Eastlight Theatre agreements (first reading)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The East Peoria Fire and Police Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider staffing needs for both departments and review the status of candidates. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.
- Approve minutes from January 6, 2025
- Consider staffing needs for Fire Department and candidate review
- Consider staffing needs for Police Department and candidate review
- Public comments
- Old and new business
Mass Transit District Board of Trustees
The Board will vote on minutes of the previous meeting, approve the December 2024 Treasurer's Report, and authorize payment of bills totaling $42,184.70. They will also acknowledge receipt of a PPRT payment of $4,363.10. No other new business is listed.
- Approval of bills totaling $42,184.70
- Receipt of PPRT payment of $4,363.10
- Approval of December 2024 Treasurer's Report
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three items: a special use for an accessory structure at 106 Oakdale Road, a setback variance for Frontier Hospitality on Conference Center Drive, and a proposed amendment to the East Peoria Levee Overlay District Plan. The board will also consider approving minutes from November 11, 2024, and conduct regular business.
- Special use petition (SU-2024-020) by Kent Londrie for an accessory structure inconsistent with City Code section 5-6-5 at 106 Oakdale Road (PIN 02-02-19-410-007)
- Setback variance petition (V-2024-006) by Frontier Hospitality on Conference Center Drive (PIN 01-01-29-300-015)
- Amendment petition (A-2024-010) by the City of East Peoria to amend the East Peoria Levee Overlay District Plan
City Council
The East Peoria City Council will consider approving minutes, a $1,014,004.35 bill payment, and a software renewal on the consent agenda. Several items have been removed for public inspection, including a zoning change for 730 High Point Lane, a bridge inspection contract, a settlement agreement for the new police station access easement, and a rental equipment extension for Tourism & Special Events. These items will be laid on the table for at least one week before final action.
- Ordinance 4832: zone change at 730 High Point Lane (Tract A to R-1, Tracts B&C to M-1 Manufacturing District)
- Resolution 2425-097: settlement agreement with BT-OH LLC for access easement for new police station
- Resolution 2425-095: contract with Fehr Graham Engineering for bridge inspections
- Resolution 2425-096: 1-year extension of mower/loader rental with Martin Tractor, Inc. for Tourism & Special Events
- Resolution 2425-098: payment of $1,014,004.35 in bills (Schedule 16)
The East Peoria City Council approved the payment of bills totaling $1,014,004.35 and renewed software maintenance with Harris Computer Systems. They also introduced ordinances for rezoning at 730 High Point Lane, a bridge inspection contract, a police station access easement, and a mower/loader rental extension. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved payment of Schedule 16 bills totaling $1,014,004.35 (5-0)
- Approved annual renewal of Harris Computer Systems software maintenance (5-0)
- Introduced ordinance to rezone 730 High Point Lane (R-1 and M-1) on first reading (5-0)
- Introduced resolution approving Fehr Graham Engineering bridge inspection contract (5-0)
- Introduced resolution approving settlement with BT-OH LLC for police station access easement (5-0)
- Introduced resolution approving 1-year extension of mower/loader rental agreements with Martin Tractor (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Fire & Police Commission Board
The Fire and Police Commission Board will meet to discuss staffing requirements for the city's emergency services. The board is scheduled to review the status of candidates for both the Fire Department and Police Department.
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for Fire Department
- Staffing needs and candidate status review for Police Department