Village adopts tax levy

The Peoria Heights Village Board has adopted a fiscal year 2022 tax levy that actually asks less of local property taxpayers.

At its meeting on Dec. 6, the Board levied a total of $1,050,429 between its general fund, its police pension fund and its library system. That compares to the $1,059,171 approved for fiscal year 2021, which was in itself a decrease from the previous year.

While Village government represents a relatively small percentage of a local resident’s overall real estate tax bill – sales taxes are by far the Village’s largest source of revenue – it’s still a relatively rare occurrence for local governments to lower their levies.

“If approved, you’ll be lowering property taxes, and I think we’re all in favor of that,” Mayor Michael Phelan said before the unanimous vote.

Peoria Heights Public Library Director Shawn Edwards also briefed trustees on his levy request, which like the Village’s declined from the previous year, owing mostly to an increase in state reimbursements. Meanwhile, the library is in the early stages of planning for a potential renovation and expansion project over the next few years, he said.

In other discussion, the Heights’ two-day Kris Kringle Market was hailed as a “tremendous success” and “magical” by trustees. The Kringle Market is now an annual event with significant expansion plans in the works.

Boil Order in effect for the 4900-5000 blocks of Best Ave

A boil order is in effect for residents in the 4900-5000 blocks of Best Ave due to a water main break. Temporary disruptions in water service may occur while the water main is being repaired. Please consult the Boil Order Guidelines PDF for best practices to use during a boil order. Residents will be notified when the boil order has been lifted.

 

Neighboring areas may experience discolored water. There are no health or safety hazards with this condition. Do not do laundry while water is discolored to avoid any staining. Flushing water lines will help to clear out the discolored water.

 

If you have any questions, please call 309-686-2375.

Boil order pdf

Water Main Break in the 500 block E. Glen

Repairs are being made to a water main in the 500 block of E. Glen Ave. Residents in the surrounding area many experience a temporary disruption in water pressure and/or discolored water. The discolored water poses no health or safety risk and should clear up in a few hours. There is currently NO boil order in effect. If you have any questions or would like to request iron remover for stained laundry, please contact the Water Department at 309-686-2375, ext 1.