Beck set to complete his term but not run again

Peoria Mayor Jason Beck announced Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2026, choosing to step away from public office, according to a news release.

“I never intended to run for office or had a long-term goal to be a politician. When I saw that Peoria wasn’t achieving its full potential, I felt called to run and make changes. I’ve since learned after being elected, that Peoria’s potential is limitless, and it’s been an honor to help unlock it,” he said in a news release.

Upon his election in 2022, the mayor and council set three major goals focused on economic development, public safety and water security, making advancements in those areas.

Early in his term, Beck led the charge to make radical changes in Peoria from initially pr

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