UAW says U.S. communities deserve an EV industry that puts workers first and creates good, safe, union-wage jobs. Plus labor leaders blast Supreme Court, Labor Board frees gig workers to unionize
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The Watch: Peoria County under contract with Energy Harbor; City Council to study efficiency
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League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria observers attend and report on local government meetings.
West Peoria News: City Hall moving into the bank building
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The building, previously occupied by Busey Bank, is currently displaying a banner announcing the transition. City officials are currently in the planning phase of renovating the building to create a modern and accessible facility for conducting city business.
The Watch: New City Council briefed on ShotSpotter, talks two-way Adams and Jefferson
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League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria observers attend and report on local government meetings like Peoria City Council, Peoria County Board, Peoria Election Commission, Peoria Housing Authority and more.
West Peoria News: Neighborhood Watch holding 22nd National Night Out Against Crime on Aug. 1
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National Night Out is a great opportunity to come together as a community and meet local law enforcement. Plus Greater Peoria Mass Transit District is hosting another ADA WOW! Celebration & Resource Fair on July 26 to celebrate the Americans with Disabilities Act
Labor Roundup: UAW prepping for Big 3 automakers; Senate bill could raise national minimum wage
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UAW wants relationship with Big 3, with respect. Going into negotiations this summer with Ford, General Motors and Stellantis (formerly Chrysler), new United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain says the union wants a good relationship with automakers, but workers haven’t…
Undiscovered mine delays Landfill #3
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Information on abandoned mine that jeopardizes 2025 readiness was not shared among state agencies during feasibility investigations
The Watch: Cats and dogs, pools, parks, zoos, and museums on the agendas
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Regular business at Peoria County Board included revising the zoning code for solar and wind facilities to align with state code, as required by a recently enacted state law. The Greater Peoria Leadership Council gave a presentation to City Council on talent attraction strategy.
West Peoria News: Lighting District fully converted to LED
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The project has saved the city more than $16,000 per year in energy cost and paid for itself in less than two years, at a cost of $50 per light
Labor roundup: Will Teamsters go on strike at UPS? Alaska unions OK with Willow Project
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Negotiations between the Teamsters and United Parcel Service started April 17, and the Teamsters are warning members to prepare for a strike. The union’s new president, Sean O’Brien, has vowed that the union would go to the mat for key…