Peoria public meetings in 2021
28 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including the 2021 Sidewalk Participation Program and repairs for the Murray Baker Bridge. The agenda also includes requests to extend labor union agreements and a public hearing regarding property disconnection.
- $612,631.67 contract award for the 2021 Sidewalk Participation Program
- $27,846.00 purchase from WESCO Distribution Inc. for Murray Baker Bridge lighting and repairs
- $507,106.00 contract authorization for the Spring Lane and Orchard Lane project
- Extension of collective bargaining agreements with IBEW Local 51 and multi-union groups
- Public hearing regarding the disconnection of property (Parcel ID 13-23-326-005)
City Council
The Peoria City Council will review the 2022-2023 biennial budget and various tax ordinances. The council is also considering a request to declare a local state of emergency. Additionally, officials will consider a contract for automatic license plate recognition cameras.
- Two-year agreement with Flock Safety for ALPR cameras in the amount of $109,000
- Ordinance levying a $145,000 real estate tax for the Westlake Special Service Area
- Acceptance of a $76,319 federal justice assistance grant (JAG)
- Adoption of ordinances for fiscal year 2022 municipal taxes
City Council
This special joint meeting focuses on the proposed 2022-2023 biennial budget for the City of Peoria. The agenda also includes requests to adopt various tax levies and a declaration of a local state of emergency.
- Adoption of the 2022-2023 biennial budget resolution
- Tax levy for the General Fund and Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund of $470,612.00
- Tax levy for the General Assistance Fund of $815,971.00
- Request to declare a local state of emergency
- Workers' compensation settlement and release of employment claims involving Anthony King
City Council
The Peoria City Council will consider several financial requests, including a $14.2 million tax levy recommendation for the Firemen’s Pension Fund. The agenda also includes funding recommendations for CDBG public services and an IDOT grant for guardrail replacement. Additionally, the council will review ordinances related to restaurant licenses and stormwater utilities.
- $14,234,520.00 tax levy recommendation for Firemen’s Pension Fund Board of Trustees
- $278,100.00 CDBG Public Services funding recommendations
- $129,992.13 IDOT grant for guardrail replacement with a $12,999.21 local match
- $100,000.00 budget amendment for repairs at 418 SW Water Street
- $148,060.00 special service area real estate tax for Knoxville Junction
City Council
The City Council will review the proposed 2022-2023 biennial budget and a request to declare a local state of emergency. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment for Westlake Shopping Center, LLC and a proposal for a moratorium on short-term rental enforcement. A presentation on snow removal operations is also scheduled.
- Proposed 2022-2023 biennial budget
- Declaration of local state of emergency
- Ordinance amendment for Westlake Shopping Center, LLC Special Service Area Agreement
- 90-day moratorium on short-term rental enforcement action
- Presentation on snow removal operations
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2022-2023 biennial budget. The agenda also includes requests to authorize general obligation refunding bonds in amounts not to exceed $27,000,000 and $17,000,000. Additionally, the council will consider an annexation for property at 12426 North Cline Road.
- Public hearing for the proposed 2022-2023 biennial budget
- Issuance of general obligation refunding bonds up to $27,000,000
- Issuance of general obligation refunding bonds up to $17,000,000
- Annexation of 12426 North Cline Road
- Emergency purchase from Traffic Control Corporation for $16,481
City Council
The City Council is meeting to review the proposed 2022-2023 biennial budget and related financial documents. The agenda includes requests to receive and file budgets for both the city and the Civic Center. Additionally, the council will consider a request to declare a local state of emergency.
- Request to approve declaration of local state of emergency
- Request to receive and file the Civic Center 2022 budget
- Request to receive and file the 2022-2023 biennial budget
- Ordinance levying taxes for Fiscal Year 2022
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several contracts, budget amendments, and ordinance changes. These include police technology upgrades, a grant-funded development project on SW Adams Street, and updates to short-term rental regulations.
- $950,000 contract with Stantec Consulting, Inc. for the DCEO Rebuild Shovel Ready Grant at SW Adams Street and S. Lydia Street
- $576,730.89 agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for police interview room technology
- $215,665.00 grant from the Illinois Housing Development Authority for the Land Bank Capacity Program
- Ordinance amendments regarding short-term rental regulations in the Unified Development Code
- Agreement with Flock Safety, Inc. for a license plate recognition video database
City Council
The Peoria City Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing on the annexation of 1310 East Dickison Lane. The council will also consider several contract approvals, including lobbyist services and fire engine repairs. Additionally, the agenda includes appointments to various city committees and redistricting committee members.
- Public hearing regarding the annexation of 1310 East Dickison Lane
- Acceptance of a $370,566.90 grant for a paramedic class
- Contract approvals for lobbyists Vincent R. Williams & Associates and Turing Strategies
- $24,611.03 agreement for repairs to Fire Engine 19
- Liquor license applications for Honey Sugar’s Cafe and Tequilaria Two
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a $100,000 grant for 30 new affordable units in the East Bluff neighborhood. The agenda also includes requests to approve road overlay and concrete repair contracts. Additionally, the council will review rezoning requests and short-term rental special use permits.
- $100,000 grant for construction of 30 new affordable units in East Bluff
- Construction contract up to $900,000 for HMA overlay work
- Purchase of 702 new garbage carts not to exceed $42,718.00
- Rezoning properties at 1515 North Dechman Avenue and East Illinois Avenue
- Special use permits for short-term rentals on W. Columbia Terrace and N. Elmwood Avenue
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss American Rescue Plan fiscal recovery funds. The agenda also includes a request to approve a declaration of a local state of emergency and a policy session regarding coronavirus fiscal recovery funds.
- Discussion of American Rescue Plan fiscal recovery funds
- Request to approve the declaration of a local state of emergency
- Policy session on Coronavirus state and local fiscal recovery funds
City Council
The Peoria City Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including Eugenie Avenue reconstruction and signal upgrades at Adams and Jefferson. The agenda also includes a request to declare a local state of emergency and an appointment to the Police Pension Fund Board of Trustees.
- Contract for Eugenie Avenue reconstruction totaling $114,117.95
- $597,130.00 resolution for Adams and Jefferson signal upgrade/conversion
- $389,008.00 resolution for Glen Avenue road improvement project
- Special use ordinance for a short term rental at 2319 N. Prospect Road
- Special use ordinance for a wireless telecommunications tower at 2116 N. Sheridan Road
City Council
The City Council will review several requests, including a $750,000 extension to the 2019 storm sewer repair contract. The agenda also includes an emergency restoration contract for 1312 SW Adams Street and a three-year security services contract for City Hall. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding tire business licensing and motor fuel tax penalties.
- $750,000 extension for the 2019 storm sewer repair contract with J.C. Dillon, Inc.
- Three-year security services contract for City Hall not to exceed $135,000 per year
- $35,277 purchase of a GPS-based emergency vehicle traffic signal preemption system
- Emergency restoration contract with SERVPRO for 1312 SW Adams Street
- Ordinance establishing licensing requirements for tire businesses
City Council
The City Council will review several construction contracts for sidewalk improvements and corridor upgrades. The meeting includes discussions on zoning amendments for fulfillment centers and a grant for abandoned residential property relief. Additionally, the council will consider a request to declare a local state of emergency.
- $680,400.00 contract for Northside Business Park TIF sidewalk improvements
- $467,000.00 contract for the Nebraska Corridor Upgrade
- $45,000.00 IHDA grant for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund
- Ordinance amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding fulfillment centers
- Declaration of a local state of emergency
City Council
The Peoria City Council is considering the annexation and rezoning of 8600 N. Radnor Road to an industrial district. The agenda also includes requests for fire department vehicle purchases and insurance renewals. Additionally, several appointments to various city commissions are scheduled for consideration.
- Annexation and rezoning of 8600 N. Radnor Road to Industrial/Business Park
- Purchase of two Battalion Chief vehicles and equipment totaling $106,548.00
- Renewal of city property and auto insurance for an amount not to exceed $311,482.62
- Liquor license application for Jersey Crab, Inc at 5315 W. Landen's Way
- Budget amendment of $60,796.80 for the Glen and Sheridan Road Culvert Project
City Council
The City Council will consider a request from the Mayor and Corporation Counsel to approve a Declaration of Local State of Emergency. The Council will also consider entering an executive session to discuss filling an At-Large Council vacancy.
- Request to approve the Declaration of Local State of Emergency
- Consideration of entering Executive Session regarding the At-Large Council vacancy position
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments funded by the American Rescue Plan, including using $10,000,000 to eliminate general obligation bonds and $301,685.00 to reinstate employee pay. The agenda also includes requests for a new fire rescue boat and sidewalk construction projects.
- Budget amendment to use $10,000,000 in American Rescue Plan funds to eliminate general obligation bonds
- Budget amendment to use $301,685.00 in American Rescue Plan funds to end mandatory employee furloughs and reinstate pay
- Sole source purchase of a Dive Team Fire Rescue Boat for $34,492.00
- Intergovernmental agreement with Peoria County for a sidewalk on Willow Knolls from Allen Road to University Street
- Request for IDOT TAP grant funding up to $95,245.00 for sidewalks at Orange Prairie Road and Allen Road
City Council
This special meeting includes a policy session regarding coronavirus state and local fiscal recovery funds. The council will also consider a request to declare a local state of emergency. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a public office vacancy or performance.
- Discussion of American Rescue Plan Fiscal Recovery Funds
- Request to approve declaration of local state of emergency (21-143)
- Policy session on coronavirus fiscal recovery funds (21-144)
- Executive session regarding public office vacancy or performance
City Council
The council will review requests for utility bill printing services and an X-ray machine purchase. The agenda also includes liquor license applications and rezoning for North University Street. Additionally, the council will consider appointments to the Joint Commission on Racial Justice.
- Utility bill printing and mailing contract up to $150,000.00
- Purchase of an X-Ray machine for $31,835.20
- Rezoning of 5006 N University Street to Class C-1
- Special use permit for auto sales at 2316 SW Jefferson Avenue
- Request to declare a local state of emergency
City Council
The City Council will consider a funding match for the Rock Island Greenway Extension Project and the establishment of a new land bank. The agenda also includes discussions on sewer overflow remediation and various infrastructure contracts.
- $1,083,619.09 funding match for the Rock Island Greenway Extension Project
- Warehouse parking lot resurfacing contract totaling $126,895.60
- Ordinance establishing the Peoria Land Bank
- Renewal of liability coverages including cyber and crime insurance
- Agreement with IDOT to modernize traffic signals at several intersections
City Council
The meeting features the swearing-in ceremony for newly elected city officials and the seating of the new City Council. It also includes presentations to retiring officials and the filing of April 6, 2021, election results. Additionally, the council will consider communications regarding bank authorizations and a local state of emergency declaration.
- Swearing-in ceremony for new City Council members and officials
- Presentations to retiring officials including Mayor Jim Ardis
- Request for a declaration of a local state of emergency
- Approval of public official bonds from Callender & Co.
- Filing of the April 6, 2021, election canvass results
City Council
The City Council will consider a $290,000 pre-development agreement with PCCEO and a budget amendment for Peoria Cares. The agenda also includes proposals for a new TIF district and the establishment of a city land bank.
- $290,000 pre-development agreement with PCCEO for the MacArthur Corridor
- $75,000 budget amendment for Peoria Cares call management expansion
- Inducement resolution for a potential TIF district near War Memorial Drive
- Ordinance to establish and regulate raffles and poker runs
- Ordinance to establish the City of Peoria Land Bank
City Council
The City Council and Town Board will consider several federal grant allocations and city contract extensions. Key items include the 2021 Annual Action Plan for HUD and funding requests for the Rock Island Greenway path extension. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments and new ordinances.
- $150,000 grant for Parkwood Commons rehabilitation at 1720 North Great Oak Road
- $709,947 in federal funding request to extend the Rock Island Greenway Multi-Use Path
- Approval of the 2021 Annual Action Plan with a $2,717,216 grant allocation
- Ordinance to establish and regulate raffles and poker runs
- Special use permit for a vehicle wash at 1217 W Glen Avenue and 4926 N University Street
City Council
The council is reviewing several requests, including the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds and updates to city building codes. The agenda also includes resolutions for road improvement projects and various maintenance contracts.
- Issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds up to $19,500,000.00
- Adoption of 2018 International Building Codes city-wide
- $1,200,000.00 resolution for Northmoor Road Improvement Project
- Rezoning of 2800 W Townline Road from C-2 to I-1
- Purchase of a Lifepak 15 Defibrillator for $24,920.73
City Council
The Peoria City Council will consider a special use permit for a shopping center at North University Street and West Florence Avenue. The agenda also includes budget amendments for the Business Recovery Grant Program and COVID-19 funding allocations. Additionally, the council will review updates to city building codes and equipment purchases.
- Special use ordinance for a shopping center at N University Street and W Florence Avenue
- $1,385,000 budget amendment for the Business Recovery Grant Program
- $795,903 allocation of ESG COVID funding to specified agencies
- Contract for 702 new garbage carts up to $36,310.10
- Ordinance to update city building codes with 2018 ICC and NEC standards
City Council
The City Council will discuss establishing a new sewer overflow remediation district and setting future sewer fees. The agenda also includes a special use permit for an assisted living facility at 2419 N. Prospect Road. Additionally, the council will review TIF service contracts and tax abatements for specific properties.
- Establishment of Peoria Combined Sewer Overflow Remediation District and fee updates
- Special use permit for an assisted living facility at 2419 N. Prospect Road
- Contract with Teska Associates, Inc. for TIF services up to $24,450
- Tax abatement for Peoria Sports Center SSA in the amount of $132,800
- GIS Mapping System maintenance renewal with ESRI up to $32,000 per year
City Council
The council will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of a city-wide combined sewer overflow remediation district and proposed sewer rates for 2023-2026. The agenda also includes budget amendments for Fire Station #4 construction and several special use permit requests.
- Public hearing on establishing a City-Wide Combined Sewer Overflow Remediation District and proposed sewer rates
- Contract approval for Fire Station #4 construction with D Joseph Construction Co. in the amount of $2,793,695.00
- Purchase of one outdoor warning siren from Ragan Communications for $41,216.25
- Special use permit request for an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 5001 N University Street
- Contract extension for storm sewer repairs with J.C. Dillon, Inc. in the amount of $900,000.00
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several municipal contracts, including software licenses and consulting services. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning changes and the approval of a police collective bargaining agreement.
- $265,000 in CDBG Public Services funding recommendations
- Contract with Stantec Consulting for the Tabor Property Brownfield Clean Up Grant
- Rezoning of 2132 N Gale Avenue from residential to neighborhood commercial
- Special use amendment for a commissary kitchen and school at 3601 N North Street
- Collective bargaining agreement between the City and Peoria Police Benevolent Association