Peoria Standard

Applications are still being accepted for the Peoria City Treasurer vacancy, left open by the pending resignation of Stephen Morris due to “personal and professional commitments.” The resident filling the interim position will remain in office for the remainder of the term. The general election for City Treasurer will be held on April 1, 2025.

The City Treasurer is responsible for the administration and management of the collection, verification, recording, and depositing of all taxes, fines, and fees due to the city. The vacancy will be filled by appointment by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the City Council. The annual salary for this position is $123,529.18 with an additional compensation of $8,000 from the Peoria Township office.

To be considered for office, applicants must have been residents of Peoria for at least one year and meet statutory eligibility requirements. A person is not eligible to take the oath of office if they are in arrears in payment of a tax or other indebtedness due to the municipality or have been convicted in any court located in the United States of any infamous crime, bribery, perjury, or other felony unless their rights have been restored under Illinois law through a pardon or restoration by the Governor.

Mayor Ali commented on the process: “I’m interested in appointing a qualified individual until someone is elected next year. This would be an individual who is not interested in running for the office. I would prefer to not provide any unfair advantage.” She added, “I want it to be a very open and transparent process.”

Applicants may complete an interest form and submit their resume on the city of Peoria website on the Mayor's page. The deadline for submission is Sunday, July 21, 2024.