Look what I found!

2006-11-17

This is the Peoria Municipal Code. If you’re trying to figure out if something is legal or not, this would be a good place to look. I’ve added this link to my links page as a resource for others.

In particular, in light of my last post, check out the weapons provisions here and here.

So, it’s illegal to discharge a firearm within the city limits. Could someone tell that to some of my neighbors? Thanks.

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Peoria couple robbed in Renaissance Park

2006-11-17

From the Peoria Journal-Star:

Once upon a time, the couple enjoyed shopping and strolling in Peoria.

Even as the heart of the city decayed over time, the twosome - now in their 70s - maintained their loyalty to Peoria’s traditional business districts.

That all changed Monday night. Despite safety precautions, they were attacked in a brazen robbery attempt at one of Peoria’s biggest intersections, Main and University streets.

I’m posting this for two reasons, both directed to those of us who live in the Renaissance Park area and want it to flourish.

First, do remember that living here is not just a walk in the park. People get hurt and robbed in our neighborhoods. Do take proper precautions. And when I say “precautions”, I mean things like these:

1) If you are elderly or female, don’t walk unattended, particularly after dark.

2) Be aware of your surroundings. Walk the fine line between being friendly to everyone and suspecting everyone.

3) Be armed, if you can. I know that the laws in Illinois hamstring the ability of law-abiding, peaceful citizens to defend themselves, but do the best that you can.

Second, while we pursue the dream of a beautiful rebirth for this place that we love, we must not lose sight of the fact that we face serious opposition. In particular, the University East neighborhood (where I live) is balanced on a knife’s edge. Encourage your friends to move into this neighborhood and buy houses. Pray for good neighbors to share this land and our lives.

Finally, pray for Renaissance Park. It is only by the grace of God that any city endures in peace. Pray that Jesus would bring his peace to Renaissance Park, so that young and old would once again be able to walk our streets in safety.

Categories : Cities   Links   Peoria   Peoria/Renaissance Park
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