Peoria City Council Meeting

The Peoria City Council held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. The council approved a purchase of 702 new 95-gallon garbage carts from Rarerig Pacific Company for up to $40,922 and a three-year agreement with NeoGov Software for job recruitment and onboarding services totaling up to $93,000. They also approved a resolution supporting a grant application for the Rock Island Greenway project and concurred with planning and zoning recommendations on various land use matters. A significant agenda item was the approval of an amended redevelopment agreement with WS Investments for a project in the Warehouse TIFF District, increasing residential units from eight to 21, which was seen as beneficial for local economic development. The council adopted a new administrative policy providing city employees with paid time off to serve as election judges to address shortages in election staffing. Additionally, the council approved the creation of a Peoria Tourism Improvement District, instituting a 1.5% surcharge on hotel stays to fund tourism promotion, which passed despite some opposition. The Peoria Civic Center's 2026 annual report and 2027 budget were presented and approved, highlighting strong financial performance and ongoing capital improvements. Other discussions included updates on community service officers and public comments regarding local land use concerns. Motions related to procurement and budget allocations were passed unanimously or with minimal dissent.