Each year the City of Peoria offers its residents a chance to get a look at how the city operates. The Peoria Leadership Institute offers an in-depth look at all operations of city government. Class members learn more about the city’s governmental structure, its budget and finances, public works, utility, police and fire operations through interactive discussions with management staff.

To recognize the 25 graduates of the 2018 Peoria Leadership Institute. These dedicated individuals spent the last eight weeks learning more about the City of Peoria and what goes on "behind the scenes." Participants were able to hear from city leaders about how their departments contribute to Peoria's outstanding quality of life.