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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Peoria public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Commercial Sign Modification at 8103 North Knoxville Avenue
Adams Outdoor Advertising is requesting permission to add electronic messaging to an existing off-premises sign at a shopping center along North Knoxville Avenue.
Northwoods Mall TIF expansion
The TIF district would stretch down Sterling Avenue to include Sterling Bazaar and other struggling commercial corridors, aiming to attract redevelopment — residents hope including another grocery store. Residential property owners were told their taxes won't be directly affected.
Potential Sister City Relationship with Wuxi, China
The commission was set to review ongoing cultural and diplomatic efforts to establish an official sister city relationship between Peoria and the High-Tech District of Wuxi, China.
Peoria Tourism Improvement District (PTID) Proposal
The committee approved $16,000 for the Big Picture/Go Day festivals and $5,000 for Perfect Game softball tournaments, but the Local Fund would fall to -$68,667 if these stand. A transfer from the Peoria Marketing Fund (at $314,268) will be discussed next meeting.
Establishment of Peoria Tourism Improvement District
A five-year-old festival at Glen Oak Park got a $2,500 grant. Organizers self-fund the event each year with local business sponsors, and the festival even draws visitors in by bus from Chicago.
Liquor license applications for Knoxville Avenue gas stations and Lake Avenue restaurant
Two BP gas stations on North Knoxville Avenue and a sushi restaurant on West Lake Avenue were scheduled to seek licenses to sell beer and wine. Where alcohol is sold affects neighborhood convenience, traffic, and how many alcohol outlets cluster in an area.