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News from November 2016

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Butler praises Rauner’s plan for state's Bicentennial celebration in 2018

By Peoria Standard | Nov 16, 2016

State Rep. Tim Butler (R-Springfield), a Peoria native who has long been active in local civic life, recently lauded Gov. Bruce Rauner’s approach to Illinois’ Bicentennial Celebration, set for 2018, commending his initiative in establishing a Bicentennial Commission.

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Report: Private-sector revenue into state coffers down $109 million

By Peoria Standard | Nov 16, 2016

A recent report by the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (COGFA) shows a continuous decline in cash flows to Illinois from the private sector.

West Peoria Public Safety Committee to hear various reports

By Lhalie Castillo | Nov 15, 2016

West Peoria Public Safety Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15.

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Peoria City/County Landfill Committee to consider permit modifications for Landfill No. 3

By Louie Torres | Nov 15, 2016

Peoria Landfill Committee will meet at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16.

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Peoria Transportation Commission to review street parking on Hamilton Boulevard and Madison Avenue

By Louie Torres | Nov 15, 2016

Peoria Transportation Commission will meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15.

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Democrats lose veto-proof state House supermajority

By Peoria Standard | Nov 15, 2016

Illinois voters erased the General Assembly's Democratic state House supermajority on Tuesday.

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Peoria County adds referendum question on ballot

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 13, 2016

The Peoria County Board met Aug. 18 to add a referendum question on the General Election ballot.

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Peoria fireman board approves pension rolls

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 13, 2016

The city of Peoria Firemen's Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Aug. 22 to approve several pension rolls.

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Peoria Executive Committee receives economic development update

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 13, 2016

The Peoria Executive Committee met May 24 to receive economic development update.

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Peoria County announces weekly farmer's market

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 13, 2016

The Peoria County Health, Public Safety and Justice Committee met May 23 to announce a weekly farmer's market.

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Bellevue Board of Trustees approve bill payments

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 13, 2016

The village Of Bellevue Board of Trustees met Aug. 23 to approve bill payments.

Peoria Historic Preservation Commission to review landscaping improvements on Moss Avenue property

By Lhalie Castillo | Nov 11, 2016

Peoria Historic Preservation Commission will meet at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16.

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Hanna City Planning Commission/Zoning Board schedules public hearing

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

Hanna City Planning Commission/Zoning Board will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14.

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Dunlap Community Unit School District No. 323 Committee of the Whole to consider 2016 tax levy

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

Dunlap Community Unit School District No. 323 Committee of the Whole will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16.

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West Peoria Plan Commission to discuss commercial facade improvement program

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

West Peoria Plan Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15.

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Peoria Public Building Commission to discuss Harrison School exterior renovation

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

Peoria Public Building Commission will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17.

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Chillicothe City Council to consider ordinance on tax levy

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

Chillicothe City Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14.

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Peoria City Council to hear public comments on proposed amended 2017 biennial budget

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

Peoria City Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15.

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Dunlap Community Unified School District 323 Board to approve tentative 2016 tax levy

By Louie Torres | Nov 11, 2016

Dunlap Community Unified School District No. 323 Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16.

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Hanna City Council approves sign replacement

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 9, 2016

The village of Hanna City Council Aug. 16 to approve the replacement of the city's welcome sign.