Peoria Standard

The city of Peoria Community Development Department is conducting a survey to gather input from residents and community members on the Consolidated Plan. The survey will conclude on September 20.

The Consolidated Plan guides how the city will allocate its annual funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These funds are designated for promoting safe, affordable housing and community development in low-to-moderate income areas throughout the city.

There are four ways to participate in the survey, which is available in both English and Spanish:

- Public Hearing: Monday, August 5, 11 a.m. at the regular Housing Commission meeting in Room 420 at the Twin Towers, 456 Fulton Street, Peoria, IL 61602

- Online: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JX66C8F

- In-Person: City Hall, 419 Fulton Street, #203, Peoria, IL (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.)

- Community Outreach Events: See below for details

Staff will be present at several upcoming events to answer questions and distribute the Consolidated Plan survey:

- Saturday, July 13, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., Peoria Riverfront Market | 200 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602

- Thursday, July 18, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m., Peoria Park District’s Parks on Tap | 901 NE Monroe Street, Peoria, IL 61603

- Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., River City PrideFest | 200 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602

- Wednesday, July 24, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m., OSF St. Ann’s Back to School Event |1414 W Antoinette Street, Peoria IL

Previously distributed surveys took place at the YANI Collective Juneteenth Fest on June16 and Freedom Fest on June22 at Trewyn Park.

For more information or assistance for persons with disabilities who may need additional help completing the survey contact Kathryn Murphy Grants and Budget Manager by email or by calling3094948607.