Gridley
Gridley, IL · Municipal
vermilioncountyfirst.com
wglt.org
Normal looks at loosening housing and business regulations, lowering town tax rate
The Normal Town Council on Monday heard a proposal for new rules to relax housing construction rules amid the ongoing housing shortage. The discussion occurred during a special meeting held before the council's regular session. Proposed amendments to non-conforming residential housing and accessory dwelling units [ADUs] were discussed. Both amendments...
25newsnow.com
Normal selects area contractor for major Children’s Discovery Museum project
NORMAL (25News Now) - The Normal Town Council is hiring Central Illinois-based contractor PJ Hoerr for a major construction project at the Children’s Discovery Museum, costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. The council Monday night unanimously approved the contract to enclose the space beneath the museum’s existing balcony and...
25 News Now
U.S. Department of Energy announces $5 Billion loan to boost nuclear power, Clinton included
peoriagov.org
Downtown Road Closures Set for Wednesday, November 11, for the Veterans Day Parade
Beginning at 9:45 a.m. and lasting until noon on Wednesday, Nov. 11, numerous roads throughout downtown will be closed for the Veterans Day Parade, sponsored by the American Legion Post 2. Parking restrictions will be in effect along the parade route. Drivers should exercise caution and patience in the area....
wcbu.org
25newsnow.com
Normal’s share of property taxes to fall slightly, say town officials
NORMAL (25News Now) - For residents of Normal, property taxes could go down a little bit next year. The town council voted with no objection on Monday to move forward on the proposed levy in which the government would collect almost $15.9 million next year. If passed, the town would...
1049thewolf.com
Central Illinois voters decide several local ballot questions in Tuesday’s election
PEORIA, Ill. – Voters across Central Illinois weighed in on several local ballot questions during Tuesday’s general election, approving some proposals while rejecting others involving taxes, schools and public services. Tazewell County School Sales Tax. Voters rejected a proposed one-percent sales tax intended to support school facilities throughout...
Journal Star
'Defined area' for alcohol outlined for Downtown Peoria mall space
Cultured Grounds was once again the subject of debate and discussion during a Peoria Liquor Commission meeting held on Monday, Nov. 2. The latest request comes shortly after the site’s initial application – considered in September – was recommended for denial 3-1 . This go-around, attorney Sam Zabek appeared before commissioners to represent building owner Make Solutions LLC. He described the previous conversation as “a little convoluted” and said the new application provides “a defined area” for where alcohol will be allowed inside Twin Towers Mall. While questions and concerns remained, commissioners ultimately voted 3-1 to recommend approval for the updated application. The matter is slated to go before the Peoria City Council on Dec. 8. Previously: Downtown Peoria mall ownership change leads to threats, raised rents ‘Make sure there's controlled access’ Previous concerns centered primarily on where alcohol would be allowed within Twin Towers Mall. Site plan drawings for the space now include a “controlled access seating area” connected to the Cultured Grounds unit, with the application updated to add a beer garden subclass. “When they do the beer garden, they'll have to go through the permitting process as identified in the packet - with building inspection and comply