The League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria will hear the newly named Peoria city manager Patrick Urich speak on city/county cooperation, at its February meeting at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19 in the community room at Schnucks Supermarket, 4800 N. University, Peoria.

Urich has been the Peoria County manager for several years, and was recently named to become the Peoria city manager. He’ll talk about saving tax dollars with more city/county cooperation and other local government issues.

This is an opportunity for potential League members and the public to learn more about local government and ask questions.

An optional light breakfast can be purchased from Schnucks beginning at 8:30 a.m., and coffee will be provided. The event is free and open to the public.