Prosper in Peoria: The Local Business Scene
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Peoria’s ‘The Dee’ Amphitheater Plan Advances After Founder’s Death
Plans for a new outdoor amphitheater on Peoria’s riverfront are moving ahead following the death of Jim Hengst, whose foundation pledged $11 million toward the…
Pekin approves $104,000 in grants for three Court Street businesses
Pekin’s City Council approved $104,000 in tax increment financing grants…
Washington Reverses Course, Approves $34,000 Grant for Kep’s Sports Bar
Washington’s City Council has approved a $34,000 grant for Kep’s…
Bradley Welcomes More First-Year Students as Enrollment Falls Below 4,000
Bradley University enrolled more new students this fall, including a…
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Pekin Owner Rejects $50,000 Grant as Council Reopens TIF Funding
Mary Teresa Lohman has declined a $50,000 city grant intended to renovate her vacant commercial building in downtown Pekin. The decision follows the City Council’s reduction of an initially proposed $100,000 award. The move frees up $50,000 for another applicant while the council also approved a new police contract and several technology and infrastructure purchases.…
Peoria backs West Main TIF despite lone dissent from district council member
Peoria City Council approved a 23-year tax increment financing district for the West Main Street corridor, aiming to attract redevelopment between downtown and Bradley University. District 2 Council Member Alex Carmona, whose ward includes most of the area, cast the only dissenting votes, warning that inflation and rising assessments could obscure the district’s actual economic…
Washington’s Plaza revival could get $700,000 boost from proposed business district
Washington, Illinois, is taking steps toward a new funding tool that could help revive Washington Plaza and support commercial development across the city. The City Council has given initial approval to a Business Development District that could generate an estimated $700,000 annually through a limited sales tax dedicated to eligible projects. Key takeaways The proposal…
Peoria hotel owners urge council to back tourism district with 1.5% assessment
A group of Peoria hotel owners is asking the City Council to create a Tourism Improvement District that would charge a 1.5% assessment on short-term hotel stays. Supporters say the plan could raise about $700,000 in its first year to promote Peoria, attract overnight visitors and strengthen local tourism revenue. Key takeaways Twelve hotel owners…
Peoria hotel owners urge council to back tourism district with 1.5% assessment
A group of Peoria hotel owners is asking the City Council to create a Tourism Improvement District that would charge a 1.5% assessment on short-term hotel stays. Supporters say the plan could raise about $700,000 in its first year to promote Peoria, attract overnight visitors and strengthen local tourism revenue. Key takeaways Twelve hotel owners…
Peoria hotel owners urge council to back tourism district with 1.5% assessment
A group of Peoria hotel owners is asking the City Council to create a Tourism Improvement District that would charge a 1.5% assessment on short-term hotel stays. Supporters say the plan could raise about $700,000 in its first year to promote Peoria, attract overnight visitors and strengthen local tourism revenue. Key takeaways Twelve hotel owners…
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