Executive Committee

The Peoria County Government Executive Committee meeting on August 26, 2026, focused extensively on economic development, housing, and downtown revitalization efforts. Key procurement-related discussions included the need to redesign the county's economic development digital presence, revisiting the government assistance lending program with $7 to $9 million in lending capacity, and exploring the use of enterprise tax abatements to stimulate redevelopment. The committee also discussed establishing funds such as a "great places fund" and an agricultural sector development fund to leverage windfall revenues from renewable energy projects. Additionally, the Downtown Development Corporation (DDC) presented on recent private investments exceeding $140 million in downtown Peoria, highlighting the need for institutional support and long-term financial partnerships to sustain growth and increase downtown density. Infrastructure updates included a $1 million intergovernmental project to raise two railroad viaducts, with plans to hire an engineering firm for the initial phase. The Ways and Means Committee approved resolutions related to delinquent taxes and tax sale certificates, with a special meeting planned to address tax sale legislation. Operations approved a $13,000 capital request for PCAPS, and Finance passed a revision to the county's financial policies. Overall, the meeting emphasized strategic investment, leveraging existing funds, and fostering partnerships to support economic and community development initiatives in Peoria County.