Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. A charge can be filed against any private employer, employing less than fifteen (15) employees during 20 or more calendar weeks within the calendar year of or preceding the alleged violation; including employment agencies and labor organizations; or any lending institution. The employer must be located within the corporate limits of the City of Peoria, and the charge must be filed within 180 days from the date of the alleged violation.

If you believe that you have been discriminated against contact the EOO to request an intake questionnaire. Return the completed form to the EOO via mail, fax, or email.

The EOO will investigate all charges filed by any person who believes he/she has been discriminated against because of race, color, religion ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, and unfavorable discharge from military service.

Complaints against employers with more than fifteen (15) employees can be filed with the Illinois Department of Human Rights, Springfield Office at 217-785-5100 (VOICE); 217-785-5125 (TTY). For the federal government, contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission at 800-669-4000 (VOICE); 800-669-6820 (TTY).

Yes, a charge can be filed against any real estate broker, real estate salesperson, agent and other persons engaged in the selling or renting of real property.

If you believe that you have been discriminated against contact the EOO to request an intake questionnaire. Return the completed form to the EOO via mail, fax, or email.

The EOO will investigate all charges filed by any person who believes he/she has been discriminated against because of race, color, religion ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, and unfavorable discharge from military service or familial status.

You can bypass the local process and file with the state or federal government. To file a charge with the state, contact the Illinois Department of Human Rights, Springfield Office at 217-785-5100 (VOICE); 217-785-5125 (TTY). For the federal government, contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development at 312-353-5680 (VOICE); 312-353-7143 (TTY).

Disputes in pay should first be discussed with your employer. If this matter can not be resolved internally, you should contact the Peoria Area Office of the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage & Hour Division at 309-691-3375 (VOICE).

All questions regarding accessibility should be directed to the designated ADA Coordinator for the City of Peoria. That person is Melodi Green, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer. She can be contacted by email or at 309-494-8530 (VOICE)

No, the City of Peoria can only provide you assistance in the preparation of a complaint. Your claim of discrimination will have to be filed with the state for investigation. To file a complaint with the state contact the Illinois Department of Human Rights, Springfield Office at 217-785-5100 (VOICE); 217-785-5125 (TTY).