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Council members unanimously voted to increase City Manager Patrick Urich’s base salary by $6,412, or three percent of his current salary. That pay raise also included a lump sum longevity bonus of $5,000.
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Black and woman-owned contractors in Peoria are still getting the smallest slice of the pie in city construction projects, according to data presented at Tuesday night’s city council meeting.
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In response to calls for a resolution in support of a ceasefire, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali says the city must remain “neutral, yet compassionate” about the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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The city will use $500,000 to install alley and porch lights on private properties located in areas deemed “hot spots” by the police department. The other $700,000 will pay for “scrub tree removal, tree trimming and vacant lot clearance,” allowing for more light in darker areas.
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The city of Peoria wants Illinois lawmakers to tighten the rules for several felony offenses under the state's cash bail reforms.
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The council unanimously approved amendments to the City/County Commission on Racial Justice and Equity Charter, with the hope of “improving the commission’s operational efficiency and transparency.”
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The pilot program would convert existing sidewalk space into outdoor dining areas for downtown eateries.
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Last summer, the city awarded $1.5 million in violence prevention grants to six initiatives, and the 2024 budget includes another $700,000 for additional efforts to deter violent crime.
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City council members hope the redevelopment plan will lead to fuller, expanded operations at the Pere Marquette building at 501 Main St.
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In his latest monthly interview with WCBU, Peoria city manager Patrick Urich discusses additions to the newly approved $324 million budget, and new ownership’s plans for the Pere Marquette and Courtyard by Marriott hotels.