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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Peoria public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Household Hazardous Waste Overages and Rules
GFL and committee members debated how to handle a massive weight overage from 2025 household hazardous waste events, particularly regarding unaccepted items like latex paint.
Water Infrastructure
Peoria's city council just got an update on Illinois American Water's ongoing project to rip out dangerous lead service lines across town. It's a massive safety upgrade that hits close to home for anyone worried about what's coming out of their tap.
Water Utility Acquisition
Peoria decided not to buy out the local water system, so your water service and rates are staying exactly the same for now. You won't see any city-driven shake-ups in how your tap water is managed anytime soon.