Supporting Those Who Support Business
BizPAC is a diverse, non-partisan organization of central Illinois business leaders dedicated to making Peoria more business-friendly and fostering job growth in our community.
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Serving Our Community
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Elected Officials Scored
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What We’re Talking About
Stay informed with BizPAC’s latest statements, candidate endorsements, and perspectives on key political issues impacting Illinois businesses. This is where we share what matters—and why it matters.
City Council Voting Record
See which bills were voted on, how each elected official voted, whether the bill passed, and whether BizPac supported it.
ViewHow Score Card Works
BizPac reviews both current elected officials and candidates based on their voting records, public statements, and other relevant factors. Each is given a grade according to their support for pro-business policies and their potential to make Peoria more business-friendly and promote job growth in our community.
| Elected Official | Grade |
|---|---|
|
Zach Oyler
Council At-Large
|
A |
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Denis Cyr
5th District
|
A |
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Kiran Velpula
Countil At-Large
|
A |
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John Kelly
Council At-Large
|
A |
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Alex Carmona
2nd District
|
A |
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Tim Riggenbach
3rd District
|
D |
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Michael Vespa
Council At-Large
|
D |
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Bernice Gordon-Young
Council At-Large
|
F |
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Andre Allen
4th District
|
F |
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Denise Jackson
1st District
|
F |
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Rita Ali
Mayor
|
F |
Your Contribution Matters
Our Goal Is to Elect Candidates Who Understand the Value of a Positive Business Environment – And You Can Help by Making a Contribution Today.