The Peoria City Council convened on September 9, 2025, to address several key agenda items, primarily focused on appointments and resolutions. The meeting began with a communication requesting the approval of closed session minutes, followed by a proposal to vacate 1,420 square feet of alley adjacent to specific parcels in the Maple Ridge addition.
Mayor Ali made multiple appointments during the session, including Shannon Marlin to the Advisory Committee on Police Community Relations, and Carrie Snyder, Kamlesh Mequon, and Bo Sutherland to the Downtown Advisory Commission. Additionally, Lamont Carol was appointed to the Housing Commission, while Siran Graham was reappointed to the Peoria Housing Authority Board. The Urban Forestry Advisory Board saw the reappointment of Ella Maxwell and Mike Price, and Margaret "Peggy" Malouf was appointed to the Public Arts Advisory Commission. Lastly, Ken Casper was reappointed to the Public Building Commission.
The council concluded the consent agenda with a motion to approve all items, which was seconded by Councilwoman Gordon Young. The motion passed unanimously, indicating strong support for the proposed appointments and resolutions. The meeting highlighted the council's ongoing efforts to enhance community relations and governance through these strategic appointments.