Peoria County Infrastructure Committee

The Peoria County Infrastructure Committee met on April 30, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related items. The committee reviewed the upcoming fiscal year's budget, highlighting ongoing efficiency and cost control initiatives. Heather McCord provided an update on capital improvement projects, noting several nearing completion. A key procurement action was the approval of a $35,000 engineering agreement with Hutchinson Engineering for federally funded safety improvement projects at six county intersections, supported by a $270,110 federal grant covering 90% of costs. The committee also approved a resolution for the county highways adopt-a-highway program, allowing residents to assist with road cleanup. Additionally, updates on the courthouse plaza construction project were provided, confirming the project remains within budget and is progressing toward completion around Memorial Day. No other significant procurement actions or contract awards were reported during the meeting.