The Gift of Life

Find out more about becoming an organ or tissue donor.

Become a Foster

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

License Your Pet

All dogs and cats over four months old must be vaccinated against rabies and obtain a tag.

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New Health and Human Services Campus

Peoria County is constructing a new facility to house the Peoria City/County Health Department, Coroner's Office, Regional Office of Education, and Sustainability and Resource Conservation Department.

We've Moved to .GOV!

Peoria County's website domain has moved to the secure .gov domain.

Sheriff Chris Watkins

Sheriff Watkins has devoted his entire life to serving others, whether serving in the United States Air Force or as a 18-year veteran of the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office.

Serve Your Community

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.

Road Closure on Radnor Road

The Peoria County Highway Department will be closing Radnor Road between the entrance to Kellogg Golf Course and the entrance to the Golf Learning Center starting on the morning of Tuesday, September 27 for a crossroad culvert removal and replacement. Dur...

Vote for your Favorite Peoria County Flag Design!

The Peoria County Board invites residents to vote on their favorite flag design to represent Peoria County! Voting is available now through October 2, 2022 via an online form at www.surveymonkey.com/r/PeoriaCountyFlag. 

Community members without a...

Mobile Museum of Tolerance Coming to Three Peoria Area Schools

This week, the Peoria Regional Office of Education will be hosting the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, also known as the MMOT. Developed in collaboration with the Midwest office of the Simon Wiesenthal Center and the Illinois State Board of Education, the MMO...

Peoria County 2023 Proposed Budget Available for Review

Peoria County has released its 2023 recommended budget. It is available to view online at https://www.peoriacounty.org/395/Budget-Information.

Peoria County Board Members will review and discuss the proposed budget at committee meetings on October 3 and 4,...

Public Meeting Notice: Maxwell and Middle Roads Reconstruction

The Peoria County Highway Department invites members of the public to an informational open house regarding the proposed reconstruction of Maxwell Road, between Illinois Route 116 and Middle Road, as well as Middle Road, between Maxwell Road and Dirksen P...

Pottstown Road Closure at Railroad Crossing

BNSF Railway Company will be closing the railroad crossing on Pottstown Road for repairs on Wednesday, September 7th, 2022. The work will only last for that day, conditions permitting. The crossing is located between N. Kickapoo Creek Road and W. Southpor...

Road Closure on Todd School Road

The Peoria County Highway Department will be closing Todd School Road between Martin Weber Road and Trivoli Road starting on the morning of Tuesday, September 6th for a crossroad culvert removal and replacement. A map is attached. The road will be reopene...

Peoria County Facilities Closed for Holiday 9/5/22

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 (PCAPS) are closed on Monday, Septemb...

Resurfacing Work on Cedar Hills Drive

Resurfacing work will take place on Cedar Hills Drive, between Illinois Route 40 and Bristol Hollow Road, starting Tuesday, September 6. Motorists are asked to avoid the area if possible; delays are expected. Work zone traffic will be controlled by flagge...

Upcoming Learn with Peoria County Programs

Peoria County invites the public to join us for our upcoming Learn with Peoria County classes and tours, made possible in part through Illinois Central College’s Adult Community Programs curriculum.

Peoria County employs experts in fields such as...

Real Estate Taxes Due September 7

Peoria County Treasurer Nicole Bjerke would like to remind Peoria County taxpayers that the second installment of real estate taxes is due on Wednesday, September 7, 2022. 

Taxes are payable at most county banks with payment coupon only through Se...

Bark in the Park

Join the Peoria Humane Society for the 26th annual Bark in the Park on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Tower Park in Peoria Heights. Animal lovers of all ages will be gathering with their dogs at this year’s Bark in the Park to help animals in our ...

Permanent Vote by Mail Applications Being Mailed and Emailed from the Election Commission

The Peoria County Election Commission will be mailing Permanent Vote by Mail applications to all registered voters not already signed up for the program on August 22, 2022. This is a statutory requirement by the State of Illinois.

Voters may receive a post...

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...

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...