PEORIA (25News Now) – Governor JB Pritzker has selected Andre Allen, Peoria’s 4th District City Council representative, for appointment to the Tri-County River Valley Development Authority. This regional body facilitates economic growth through tax-exempt bond issuance for development projects across Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. n nThe gubernatorial announcement highlighted Allen’s qualifications: “A collaborative and results-driven leader with extensive experience in government administration, civic engagement, and higher education.” n nElected to the city council in 2021, Allen currently serves as Peoria County’s Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer. His nomination now awaits Illinois Senate confirmation. n nThe development authority plays crucial role in regional economic strategy, supporting infrastructure and business development initiatives that create employment opportunities. n nResidents can access live coverage of local developments through multiple platforms including 25NewsNow.com, the 25News mobile application, and WEEK 25News SmartTV streaming service. n
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Pritzker chooses Peoria’s Allen for economic development panel
PEORIA (25News Now) – Peoria’s 4th District City Council member Andre Allen is Gov. JB Pritzker’s choice to serve on the Tri-County River Valley Development Authority, which issues tax-free bonds to finance economic development projects. n nThe authority serves Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. n nIn a release, the governor’s office said Allen is a “collaborative and results-driven leader with extensive experience in government administration, civic engagement, and higher education.” n nAllen was the first elected to the city council in 2021. He’s also Peoria County government’s Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer. n nAllen’s appointment must be confirmed by the Illinois Senate. n nYou can watch 25News – any newscast, anywhere – streaming LIVE on 25NewsNow.com, our 25News mobile app, and on our WEEK 25News SmartTV streaming app. Learn more about how you can get connected to 25News streaming live news here.