Peoria is currently facing many wet weather-related issues that impact the safety, beauty, and sustainability of our community. Scott Reeise and Andrea Klopfenstein from the Department of Public Works connected with the Moss Bradley Neighborhood to discuss stormwater issues, combined sewer overflow (CSO) issues, and the feasibility of a stormwater utility to resolve these problems. A stormwater utility would operate just like other public services, such as wastewater and electricity, and would be priced on usage. Many other Illinois cities, including Morton and Eureka, are implementing stormwater utilities in order to manage the impact of wet weather in a responsible and equitable way.
To learn more about wet weather management, please visit OneWaterPeoria.com or contact Public Works at 309-494-8800.