No City Council, but we have nine Board and Commission meetings on the docket at City Hall this week. Don’t miss out on any commission meetings or events by checking the calendar on our home page: peoriagov.org.
About us
Just like in the old vaudevillian days, quality of life MUST BE GOOD to play in Peoria. The oldest community in Illinois with a population of 112,936, Peoria is equal distance from Chicago and St. Louis. Here we have an enviable standard of living, exciting venues within a 15-20 minute drive from our homes, safe streets, quality and quantity shopping, our own symphony, our own ballet, Broadway Theater League, museums, art guilds, first-class medical facilities that are a regional draw, the Nation’s oldest community theater and the Nation’s oldest Santa Claus parade. Our vibrant riverfront showcases a multitude of festivals and celebrations that light up the summer nights much like our extraordinary Fourth of July Skyconcert….a fireworks show that draws well over 100,000 annually. Citizens are flocking to live in the refurbished warehouses and lofts on Water Street that produce the perfect lifestyle for a 24/7 city. Naturally, we are proud to be the site of the world headquarters of Caterpillar, Inc., but we have many global businesses that allow Peoria to play all over the World through their products and services. Peoria has begun to diversify its economy with infotech industries as well. Thus our business community attracts some of the brightest graduates throughout the nation. This three-time All American City has the heart that is so well known in the Midwest. While we enjoy a variety of sophisticated entertainment, we are still homey enough to enjoy a tractor pull at the County fair, and many citizens vie for blue ribbons for their original cookie recipe or their prize bull during that competition. Peoria derives its name from the aboriginal inhabitants encountered by the first wave of French explorers. We are a City that cares, home to many charity agencies and organizations. Peoria is well known for giving more per capita than many cities of its size. We are the Heart in the Heart of the Nation.
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http://www.peoriagov.org
External link for City of Peoria, Illinois
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Peoria, Illinois
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1845
Locations
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Primary
419 Fulton St
Peoria, Illinois 61602, US
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600 SW Adams St
Peoria, Illinois, US
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505 NE Monroe St
Peoria, Illinois, US
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3505 N Dries Ln
Peoria, Illinois 61604, US
Employees at City of Peoria, Illinois
Updates
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Summer is winding down, and you’re running out of opportunities to see the Peoria Municipal Band! Tonight at 7 p.m. | Glen Oak Park: They'll be performing some British Band Favorites. https://bit.ly/3KqgT3C
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What’s happening in Peoria this weekend? 🎨 First Friday (8/2) 🍉 Peoria Riverfront Market (8/3) 🏞️ Peoria Park District's Yoga in the Park at Luthy Botanical Garden (8/3) 🎤 River City Soul Fest at Peoria Riverfront (8/3) 🎵 Peoria Municipal Band at Glen Oak Park (8/4) ⚾ Peoria Chiefs at Dozer Park (8/2-8/4) 📌 More!
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The city of Peoria Planning & Zoning Commission meets today in City Hall at 1 p.m. This commission holds public hearings to report findings and recommendations to the City Council on requests related to land use and development. To view agendas, https://bit.ly/3zVGS0N
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📢 Prime Illinois Riverfront Commercial Building for Rent 📢 The city of Peoria is seeking proposals for the lease of the Powell Press Building (formerly Emack & Bolio’s). This is a rare opportunity to be a part of a booming riverfront that draw over one million visitors a year for various events. This historic building has a deck with views of the river, large windows, and public parking. You can find more information here: https://bit.ly/3StWpeA
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It’s the season of tall grass, and city code states that grass and weeds must not exceed ten inches in height. You can report your tall grass concerns on Peoria Cares by calling 309-494-2273, using the Peoria Cares app, or submit a report on our website at https://bit.ly/3VIzJrL.
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Wednesdays on Water | Peoria Municipal Band 7 p.m. Warehouse District Wear comfortable shoes as we spend some time exploring Dance Steps. Karen Stewart is the featured vocalist for the evening, and Allison Hoffman is our instrumental soloist on the horn. bit.ly/3KqgT3C
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