Peoria County Government

Peoria County’s tentative budget for the 2027 fiscal year maintains the current property tax rate, fully funds pension obligations and covers costs for new laundry and kitchen facilities at the Peoria County jail.

Peoria County Administrator Scott Sorrel said allowing counties the option to instead publish that information on their website could save taxpayers money.

The Peoria County Board has approved a nearly $151 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

The company under contract to build Peoria's third landfill has officially withdrawn a request to delay construction.

Despite higher-than-normal staff vacancies and increasing payroll obligations, Peoria County Administrator Scott Sorrel contends the county is in good financial condition.

Peoria County voters elected to reduce and consolidate the overall scope of local government. Voters approved eliminating the Peoria County Recorder of…