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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Peoria County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Zoning Petitions Review
Four Creeks, LLC has a zoning case before the county, and the Land Use Committee is set to consider it Thursday. What the committee recommends could shape how the affected property can be used.
ARPA Fund Budget Adjustments
Leaders are considering an adjustment to incorporate $1.67 million in revenues and expenses into the FY26 ARPA Fund budget. This affects how remaining federal pandemic relief dollars are deployed across the county.
2026 Real Estate Tax Sale and Trustee Acquisition Strategy
The county approved its monthly delinquent tax resolution covering 145 parcels and has shifted to a trustee-style sale that caps interest at 9% a year instead of up to 18% under the old auction system. Some tax buyers are disappointed, but the change lowers costs for delinquent homeowners.
Infrastructure and Roadway Projects
Standing committees teed up road resurfacing on Koener Road, jail security and generator upgrades, courthouse elevator repairs, a county AI usage policy, and several public safety grants for final County Board votes.
State Legislative Impacts on Local Revenues
Peoria County is setting its state legislative priorities for 2026, focusing heavily on fixing property tax sale laws after recent court challenges, protecting pension systems, and securing funding for local road and jail projects.