Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Peoria County Public Safety & Justice Committee meeting on August 25, 2026, included updates primarily related to public safety infrastructure and community outreach efforts. The committee received a status report on the Emergency Telephone System Board (ETSB) and the Emergency Communications Center (ECC), highlighting progress on the new Elmwood tower construction, including preliminary ground boring and FCC regulatory compliance steps. The tower equipment has not yet been ordered, but the project is on track for completion by the end of the year. Additionally, the committee discussed a nationwide ASPCA rescue campaign supported by a grant, aimed at promoting animal adoption and fostering through social media outreach. There were no motions or votes related to contract awards or procurement during this meeting, but the update on the tower project indicates ongoing capital improvement activities.