By Eric Newman | Peoria Times
The Peoria City Council is taking a step toward authorizing a “signature event” in the city to attract tourists, businesses and to further instill pride in the city.
Several speakers presented their recommendations to the council based on several interviews with consultants and promoters from around the U.S. in an effort to workshop and create an event uniquely representative of Peoria.
“The council in the last budget year did put together a placemark for something a little different, a signature special event that really offers something a little different,” said city manager Jeff Tyne, of the $200,000 allocated by council in its last budget.
