City Of Peoria: Plat Signing Unavailable July 3-19

Plat signing will not be available July 3-19 due to staff furloughs.

Citywide Lighting Project To Upgrade Thousands Of Outdated Streetlight Fixtures With LEDs

The future is looking brighter for Peoria’s streets thanks to an initiative to replace more than 6,000 City-owned streetlights.

One Stop Shop To Be Offered Online June 26

The city of Peoria Community Development Department is excited to announce that One Stop Shop will be held on a web-based platform.

2020 Tireless Project Brings No-Cost, Monthly Tire Collection To Peoria Residents

The Tireless Project will hold its first monthly collection of unwanted tires on Saturday, June 27.

Peoria Combined Sewer Overflow Warning In Effect

Recent rainfall in the City of Peoria has caused a Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) into the Illinois River.

Princeville Jubilee Road Closure Begins Next Week

Peoria County Highway Department will close Princeville Jubilee Road, between Legion Hall Road and Parks School Road Monday through Friday.

Peoria Hosting Discussion Series On Power, Privilege

"Take some time to virtually sit down with other community members and our panelists to have mindful conversations."

'One Stop Shop' To Answer Development Questions In Online Meeting June 22

One Stop Shop will continue to meet every Monday at 1:30 p.m. and all relevant local entities will be available to answer questions.

Small Business Loans Available For Businesses Affected By Civil Unrest

"If you are the owner of a business that was impacted during the activity of May 31-June 2, complete the form by June 22."

Richwoods Boulevard Temporarily Closed Thursday

Hoerr Construction will repair a crossroad culvert on Richwoods Boulevard, approximately a quarter mile south of W. Reservoir Boulevard.

Police-Community Relations Virtual Meeting Set For Thursday

The Advisory Committee on Police Community Relations will meet at 5:30 p.m. June 18.

Eden Road Closed Between Pleasant Grove And Smithville Roads

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use marked detours until the road reopens to traffic at 3 p.m. Wednesday.

Peoria County Board Meeting To Be Held Virtually June 16

Residents can view the meeting on the Peoria County Government's official Facebook page.

Zoning Board Of Appeals To Meet July 9

The July 9 Zoning Board of Appeals hearing will be held in Room 403 of the Peoria County Courthouse.

City Awarded Emergency Solutions Grant To Respond To COVID-19 Homelessness

The emergency funds will assist individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Website Offers Guidance To Businesses Reopening Under Restore Illinois

"Members of the public are encouraged to support businesses that are taking steps to provide a safe environment for their customers."

City Issues Outdoor Dining Reminders, Rules

"We do not want to see an uptick in cases, or jeopardize our ability to move into Phase 4,” says Andrew Rand, Chairman of the County Board.

Utility Work Begins On Swords Avenue Bridge Friday; Construction Expected Through Mid-July

Utility work will begin June 12 over Dry Run Creek and continue 24 hours per day through July 9.

Illinois River Receding; Public Works To Clean, Disassemble Floodwall

Flooding at the Illinois River at Peoria continues to steadily recede, according to city officials.

Real Estate Taxes Due June 9 With Special Split-Payment Option Available

Peoria County Treasurer Nicole Bjerke reminds residents that the first installment of real estate tax payments is due this week.

Care And Treatment Board Awards Funding To Local Agencies

More than $800,000 were recently awarded by the Peoria County Board for the Care and Treatment of Persons with a Developmental Disability.

Community Development To Host Weekly Neighborhood Cleanups

Many annual clean up events have been postponed until later in the year due to COVID-19, including the 2020 Dumpster Program.

State Announces Community-Based State Coronavirus Testing Sites Now Open To All

Expanded criteria will allow everyone to get tested, regardless of symptoms.

Advisory Committee Cancels Meeting On Police-Community Relations

The regular meeting has been cancelled until further notice.

Parks School Road To Close June 4

The Peoria County Highway Department will close a small stretch of W Parks School Road for a crossroad culvert replacement.

Curbside Pickup Expands To All Library Locations

Starting June 2, Peoria Public Library will have curbside service at all five Peoria Public Library locations.

Special Emergency City Council Meeting Scheduled For June 1

A special emergency City Council meeting to hold an Executive Session will be held virtually on June 1 at 4 p.m.

Combined Sewer Overflow Warning In Effect

Recent rainfall in the City of Peoria has caused a Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) into the Illinois River.

Peoria Public Works To Hold Annual Mulch Giveaway This Weekend

The mulch giveaway is Saturday May 30 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 3505 North Dries Lane.

County Jail Visitation To Resume June 1

Visits will be scheduled Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with social distancing requirements.

Sandbags On Standby Along Illinois River At Peoria

The 2,000-foot sandbag floodwall constructed to keep the Illinois River at Peoria floodwaters at bay along River Station is sitting idle.

Illinois River At Peoria Flood Level On Steady Decline

Some roadways in and around Peoria are expected to be overcome with standing water.

Peoria Opportunities Foundation Hosts Virtual Groundbreaking For New Homes

Thirty affordable rental units, including twenty single-family homes and five duplexes, will break ground in the East Bluff neighborhood.

City Requests Public Comment On Housing Plan

A summary of all comments received will be submitted to City Council and the Department of Housing and Urban Development for approval.

Chief Judge Announces June Operational Plan For Tenth Circuit Courts

"Effective June 1, 2020, each circuit may return to hearing court matters, whether in person or remotely."

City Provides Draft Guidance For Restaurants And Bars

Bars and restaurants will be able to have temporary outdoor accommodations in the next phase of Restore Illinois.

Peoria To Broadcast Memorial Day Ceremony On WTVP

The Peoria Memorial Association "believes in the importance of this ceremony," which will be broadcast 12:30 p.m. Monday.

Portion Of Maher Road Closing May 26

The highway department will close Maher Road between Martin Road and Brimfield Jubilee Road Tuesday and Wednesday.

Second Road Closure Coming To 300 Block Of Southwest Water Street

Illinois River floodwaters are now on Northeast Water Street after seeping through an inlet.

City’s Floodwall Nearly Finished: Flood Fighters Assigned To Wall Watch Thursday Night

Public Works Flood Fighters are nearly finished constructing a nearly 2,000-foot sandbag wall as of Thursday.