Welcome to the City of Peoria Economic Development Department
Our office is located at City Hall at 8401 West Monroe Street, Peoria Arizona 85345 in Room 190. Our phone number is 623-773-7735, our fax is 623-773-7519. You can email us at peoriaED@peoriaaz.gov.

A Little Bit of Peoria History..
As one of Arizona's fastest growing communities, Peoria abides by traditions that make newcomers feel right at home. Founded in 1886 by four families who had made the trek west from Peoria, Illinois and landed in the Valley of the Sun, the City of Peoria has seen many changes both within and around its borders. Since 1980 it has grown from a small town of around 12,000 to a dynamic community of over 146,139, with more than 1.2 million people within a thirty minute commute. Geographically covering 177.9 square miles, Peoria offers ample room for continued job and population growth.

The City is exploding with numerous new business locations and is attracting a variety of new employment opportunities. Peoria has outstanding recreational and extra-curricular activities, a reasonable cost of living, and a young, intelligent work force. It is easy to see why individuals, families, and businesses are flocking to this desert oasis.

The City of Peoria Economic Development Department consists of:
Steve Prokopek - Director
Scott Cooper - Economic Development Coordinator
Debbie Pearson - Executive Assistant
Steve Bleyer - Management Analyst
Maria Laughner - Business Development Specialist
And, the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB):

Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB)
The City of Peoria Economic Development Advisory Board is a council appointed, volunteer board. This diversified group of Peoria stakeholders will provide guidance in economic development policy in the city and will be a valuable resource for carrying out these policies. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month from 12–1 p.m. (times subject to change).