Back in August, the museum group gave a presentation to the Peoria County Board in which they explained their philosophy regarding how they want to use their giant screen theater: [Ryan] Beasley went on to say that the museum is “a mission-driven organization,” and that the theater has to fit with their mission, which is … Continue reading Putnam looking to maximize revenue; will Peoria do the same?
City Council hopefuls have six days to file petitions to be placed on the ballot. Today, five candidates filed: Ryan Spain (incumbent) Eric Turner (incumbent) Chuck Grayeb (former councilman) Chuck Weaver (Zoning Board of Appeals chairman) Jim Stowell (District 150 School Board member) Two incumbents are definitely not running: Jim Montelongo wants to pay more … Continue reading So far, five people are definitely running, and two definitely aren’t
[Motorists] only perceive congestion as a problem they face rather than a problem they cause, and they cannot imagine changing their own travel patterns to benefit others. –Todd Litman, Planetizen When I read this, I immediately thought of all the angry reaction from motorists when Peoria restriped Main Street earlier this year. Litman’s article is … Continue reading Quote of the Day
Local blogger PeoriaIllinoisan has started a new series of posts he’s calling “Peoria Then & Now.” Using old photographs and postcards, I will attempt to recreate the shot using as close to the same angle as possible to show how much things have change, and sometimes maybe even stayed the same. It’s both interesting and … Continue reading PeoriaIllinoisan looks at Peoria then and now
From my in-box: First Organized Hike on former Kellar Branch line on Nov. 21 The Pimiteoui Trail Association at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 21 will join other hiking and nature enthusiasts in the first organized hike on the former Kellar Branch rail line as it is being converted into a recreational trail. The event … Continue reading So-called nature enthusiasts to celebrate removal of rail line
The Journal Star reports that Ryan Spain announced he’ll be running for reelection to the Peoria City Council. “The city of Peoria needs leadership that is not afraid to make difficult decisions to position Peoria for the years ahead,” Spain, who was first elected to the council in 2007, said in the news release. “This … Continue reading Add Spain to the list
Scanning over the Journal Star this morning, there are several interesting articles: Transportation Symposium — Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood had some words of wisdom for Peoria about the possibility of getting passenger rail service: “Get your act together…. Get your priorities. Put them on a list. Agree on them,” he said. “Make sure your elected … Continue reading Quick comments on the news
Hi everyone! Sorry I’m late tonight. However, you didn’t really miss anything. So far, everything has been sailing through the council with no opposition. The mayor and all council members are here except for George Jacob. ITEM NO. 1 CONSIDERATION OF CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS BY OMNIBUS VOTE, for the City of Peoria, with Recommendations as … Continue reading Liveblogging the City Council 11/9/2010
In the Warehouse District, the City brought in a consultant (Farrell-Madden Associates) who met with stakeholders to develop a form-based code in keeping with the Heart of Peoria Plan. That code set specific requirements for the physical form new private development and redevelopment can take, but also loosened the restrictions on land use, allowing for … Continue reading Warehouse District an example of good economic development
On the agenda for Tuesday’s City Council meeting is this item under Town business: RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Proposed Estimated Tax Levy of $2,179,219 with an estimated tax rate of .13663 for the Town of the City of Peoria and enter this action into the permanent record. The item goes on to say that “the proposed … Continue reading Township property taxes are going up