City of Peoria
Recent News About City of Peoria
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City of Peoria Partners with Ampion Renewable Energy to Provide Savings on Electric Bills
PEORIA, IL (December 15, 2023) - The city of Peoria has announced a new partnership with Ampion Renewable Energy to offer income-eligible residents the opportunity to sign up for a cost-saving community solar program. This program aims to help residents save money on their electric bills while also contributing to renewable energy generation.Under this community solar program, participants will have the chance to benefit from solar energy without the need to purchase or install solar panels. Instead, program participants will be matched to a solar farm, and the...
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Murray Baker Bridge lane closure to go into effect on Thursday, Dec. 21
Starting at 8 am on Thursday, December 21, motorists traveling westbound on Interstate 74 will face a lane closure on the Murray Baker Bridge. The closure is scheduled to last until 3 pm and is vital for bridge lighting repair work.According to transportation officials, drivers should anticipate delays and plan accordingly by allowing extra time for their journeys through the affected area. If possible, it is recommended that motorists consider using alternate routes to minimize inconvenience.In light of the ongoing repair work, authorities are urging drivers to...
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Rockwell Drive Parking Restrictions to Begin on Monday, Dec. 18
Starting next week, residents and drivers in the area of W Rockwell Drive from W Pendleton Place to N Frostwood Parkway will be affected by new on-street parking restrictions. The restrictions, which will go into effect on Monday, December 18 at 8 am, aim to facilitate pavement repair work in the area.According to city officials, there will be no on-street parking allowed between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm. The restrictions are expected to last until Friday, December 22, weather permitting. Residents and drivers are urged to be aware of the no parking signs that will be...
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Yard waste, recycling, and trash customer satisfaction survey available to Peoria residents
A recycling, yard waste, and trash customer satisfaction survey for the City of Peoria’s hauler, GFL, is currently available for residents.
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City of Peoria Selected for FRA’s New Corridor Identification Designation
On Thursday, December 7, Mayor Ali was joined by former United States Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood to announce that the city of Peoria was selected for the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Corridor Identification Program. They were joined by representatives from Senator Durbin and Senator Duckworth’s offices, elected officials, area leaders, and members from the Peoria Area Passenger Rail leadership team.
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Lane restrictions to go into effect on Nebraska Avenue starting Monday, Dec. 11
Beginning at 7 am on Monday, December 11, daytime rolling lane restrictions will go into effect on E Nebraska Avenue between Knoxville Avenue and N Wisconsin Avenue. These restrictions are necessary for the Nebraska Avenue Light Project and are expected to last five weeks, weather permitting.
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Peoria County collects $921,636 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in September
In September, Peoria County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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Peoria County responsible for 12th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during 2022
Peoria County residents paid $30 million in sales taxes, the 12th highest total paid per county in 2022.
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Peoria County taxpayers give $6,849 in County Automobile Renting Tax in September
In September, Peoria County saw a decrease in County Automobile Renting Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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Combined Sewer Overflow Alert from the City of Peoria
The City of Peoria has issued a sewage warning due to heavy rainfall causing a combined sewer overflow (CSO) into the Illinois River. The overflow has occurred within the last 24 hours from multiple locations within the city.Residents and visitors are advised to avoid full-body contact with the Illinois River in the downstream area from Detweiller Marina. Swallowing water while swimming, Jet Skiing, or water skiing in these areas after a combined sewer overflow can lead to illness."The recent rainfall has caused a combined sewer overflow into the Illinois River," said a...
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Peoria County residents pay $146,744 in County Sales Tax in September
In September, Peoria County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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Lane restrictions to go into effect on Nebraska Avenue starting Monday, Dec. 11
Starting on Monday, December 11, lane restrictions will be implemented on E Nebraska Avenue between Knoxville Avenue and N Wisconsin Avenue as part of the Nebraska Avenue Light Project. These restrictions will be in effect during daytime hours and are expected to last for approximately five weeks, depending on weather conditions.The lane restrictions are necessary for utility potholing work, which will be taking place on the north side of E Nebraska Avenue. While efforts will be made to minimize disruptions, minor delays can be expected during this period. It is important...
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Peoria Residents Invited to Participate in Waste Services Satisfaction Survey
A recycling, yard waste, and trash customer satisfaction survey is now available to residents of Peoria. The survey aims to gather feedback on the solid waste services provided by GFL, the City of Peoria's hauler. Residents who use GFL's services are encouraged to participate in the study by responding to the questionnaire.The Department of Public Works and Bradley University, with the support of Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC, the City's solid waste consultant, are conducting this customer survey. The objective is to assess residents' satisfaction with the solid...
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$587,580 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in September for Peoria County
In September, Peoria County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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City of Peoria Selected for FRA’s New Corridor Identification Designation
On December 7, 2023, the city of Peoria, Illinois, was proud to announce that it had been selected for the Federal Railroad Administration's (FRA) Corridor Identification Program. Mayor Ali, along with former United States Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, made the exciting announcement during a press conference.The Corridor Identification and Development Program, established under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to develop passenger rail routes. As part of this program, Peoria will receive $500,000 to fund Step 1 of the Service Development Plan. This plan...
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Yard waste collection ends Friday, December 8
Yard waste collection will continue for one more week before it ends for the year. Next week, will be the final chance to have yard waste picked up curbside until March 2024.
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Prairie State sales taxes: Peoria residents paid 7th-largest sum in September
Peoria residents paid $4.8 million in sales taxes, the seventh highest total paid per municipality in September.
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Applications Open for Art on Display in Suite 207 of City Hall
In 2021, the Public Arts Advisory Commission received a request from Mayor Ali to assist in accepting artwork to be displayed by Peoria- artists. After months of work, the Commission passed a policy in December 2021 to provide for the exhibit of artwork to be on display for one year in City Hall. January 2022 was the inaugural exhibit and featured six local artists displaying two-dimensional artwork. The work of nine artists is currently on display and will be up through January 2024.
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Prairie State sales taxes: Peoria County residents paid 12th-largest sum in September
Peoria County residents paid $2.6 million in sales taxes, the 12th highest total paid per county in September.
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Pavement patching work to begin Dec. 4 in the Twin Towers parking garage
Beginning on Monday, December 4, concrete pavement patching work will begin in the Twin Towers underground parking garage, 419 Fulton Street. This pavement patching work will start on Parking Level 1 (P1) at the corner of Madison Avenue and Fulton Street. Patching work will progress through all areas of the deck.