The City of Peoria Speaker’s Bureau
The city of Peoria Speaker’s Bureau is about dedicated professionals being responsive to the information needs of our community. The city has representatives who are qualified to speak on topics for groups interested in learning more about their city and community.
About the Program
The Peoria Speaker's Bureau gives community groups and organizations an opportunity to get in-depth information on specific topics, questions answered and concerns addressed.
The Speaker’s Bureau is staffed by representatives from various departments who are considered the expert on specific topics of interest to the public. Upon request, a speaker can be scheduled to provide information to any community group.
The Speaker’s Bureau can provide city representatives for community organizations, business groups, homeowners associations, church groups, and educational institutions to discuss city services and programs. School classes are encouraged to use the Speaker's Bureau for visits that enhance the educational process.
Topics include but, are not limited to:
City Attorney's Office
Criminal Division, Victim Assistance Unit Victims' Rights, Domestic Violence, (623) 773-7414
City Clerk
Boards and Commissions - what they do and how to apply; City Council - how the process works, how citizens can speak before the council, running for office, recalls, formal and informal petitions; city elections - the process, (623) 773-7340
The Office of Communications
How to get more involved with your community and current topics of interest, (623) 773-7339
Economic Development
All activities encompassing the attraction and expansion of targeted industries and job creation, Economic Development Implementation Strategy, Peoria investment zones (Vistancia, P83, Old Town, Rovey Industrial Park), Bioinspire medical device incubator, and small business development program.
Engineering
All activities related to the planning, design, and construction of City infrastructure, including roads, parks, buildings, water and sewer facilities, etc. Also, information related to the management of traffic on Peoria streets, (623) 773-7212.
Finance
How to do business with the city; Budget & Finance; Utility billing & collections; How to read your water meter/detect a water leak; Infrastructure financing, (623) 773-7150
Fire Department
Department overview; Community services; Fire suppression; Emergency Medical Services (EMS), (623) 773-7279
Parks, Recreation, Library Services
Parks and landscape maintenance; Recreation programs & activities; Library services, (623) 773-7137
Police Department
Identity theft; Community oriented policing; Drug awareness education; Volunteer and career opportunities; Crime prevention; Understanding the use of 911; Block watch; Citizen’s academy, (623) 773-7099
Public Works
Dial A Ride; Street maintenance; Recycling program, (623) 773-5150
Safety & Emergency Management
Emergency preparedness, personal and home protection from natural and man-made disasters, (623) 773-7679
Peoria Sports Complex
History, Economic impact, Operational aspects; and Promotion and Marketing, (623) 773-8700
Utilities/Water
Resources & supply; Drought - city contingency planning, (623) 773-7286
Water Conservation
Tips; Xeriscape; Abracadabra for kids, (623) 773-7286
If you would like to request a speaker, click the link below, and fill out the Speaker Request Form. A representative will contact you to make arrangements. Click Here To Request a Speaker
Do you have a question on the program or would like to inquire about a topic not listed here?
Contact Us, We would like to hear from you:
Speaker’s Bureau Program
Public Information Office
City of Peoria
8401 W. Monroe Street
Peoria, AZ 85345
(623) 773-7000 or (623) 773-7339
