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Animal fosters are needed to help animals in a variety of situations.

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COVID-19 Facility Guidelines

Information on mitigation measures in our facilities.

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Sheriff Brian Asbell

Sheriff Asbell has devoted his entire life to serving others, whether as a soldier in the U.S. Army or as a 27-year veteran of the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office.

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The Sheriff's Office is continually looking to hire men and women wanting to serve our community, including patrol and correctional officers.

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Find Property Tax Information

Find property tax information, including printing a duplicate bill.

Tax Exemptions

Qualifying seniors, veterans, and disabled persons may be entitled to property tax relief.

W Glen Avenue Closed July 5 Through End of Year

Beginning Tuesday, July 5, W Glen Avenue between N Sheridan Road and Knoxville Avenue WILL BE CLOSED TO THRU TRAFFIC for the Glen Avenue reconstruction project.

This complete closure of W Glen Avenue is scheduled to last until the end of the year and is ne...

Facilities Closed on Monday, July 4

The Peoria County Courthouse, Veteran’s Assistance Commission, Peoria City/County Health Department, Peoria County Election Commission, Highway Department office, and Peoria County Animal Protection Services are closed on Monday, July 4, in obse...

Departmental Hour Changes on June 20

The Peoria County Courthouse will be open on Monday, June 20, though some offices are adjusting their hours in observance of Juneteenth. The Peoria County Auditor’s Office will be closed. The 10th Judicial Circuit will not be in session, but Peo...

Todd School Road Closure

Peoria County Highway Department will close Todd School Road on Monday, June 20 for culvert replacement work. The project is located approximately 1 mile west of Martin Weber Road (map attached). A detour will be posted. Work is expected to be completed b...

Joint Commission on Racial Justice and Equity to Provide Annual Reports

The Joint Commission on Racial Justice and Equity will hold a meeting on Thursday, June 16 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at the Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Avenue, for committees to provide updates on their work thus far.  Formed in ...

Allen Road Crossroad Culvert Replacement

Peoria County Highway Department will close the north leg of Allen Road at the Allen Road/Cedar Hills intersection on Monday, June 13, for crossroad culvert replacement work. Work is expected to be completed by Tuesday, June 14 at 3:30 p.m.

Motorists are a...

Urgent Need for Cat Fosters and Adopters

Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) has an urgent and immediate need for cat fosters and adopters. PCAPS is currently providing shelter and care for over 100 cats at their location, and space is limited.   

PCAPS is offering ...

Update on Energy Supply Changes

Community members who were previously under contract with Homefield Energy for their energy supply will be switched to Ameren supply through May 31, 2023. Residential and business customers should plan for noticeable increases to their energy bill.

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Dogtown Lane Bridge Replacement

Peoria County Highway Department will close the Dogtown Lane bridge on Monday, June 6, for bridge replacement work. The bridge is located 2 miles south of IL Route 8, or 0.75 miles north of Graham Chapel Road. Work is expected to be completed by November ...

Section of Swords Avenue Closed for Bridge Rehabilitation Work Starting Week of June 6

The Peoria County Highway Department will be closing and rehabilitating the Swords Avenue bridge in West Peoria beginning the week of June 6, weather permitting. Work had been delayed from starting earlier due to material availability.

Swords Avenue will b...

Energy Supply and Billing Changes for Ameren Customers

The City of Peoria and Peoria County are reminding community members to expect increases in energy rates this summer. Community members will begin to receive a letter from Ameren Illinois notifying customers of supply rate increases for the upcoming summe...

Community Members Should Prepare for Increased Energy Prices This Summer

Residents and businesses often see increased energy bills during the summer months, but the city of Peoria and Peoria County urge community members to prepare for upcoming increases in summer cooling costs. 

Residential Ameren utility rates are ex...

Peoria County Real Estate Taxes Mailed This Week

Peoria County Treasurer Nicole Bjerke asks homeowners and commercial property owners to watch their mailboxes, as annual real estate tax bills are being mailed this week. The first installment due date is June 7, and the second installment due date is Sep...

Section of Truitt Road Closed for Bridge Rehabilitation Work

The Peoria County Highway Department will close Truitt Road between Old Galena Road and Illinois Route 29 on Monday, April 11, 2022, for bridge rehabilitation work. The work site is located just east of the Truitt Road and Blue Ridge Road intersection. A ...