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AuroraIL averageUS Census ACS
Population
179,867
Per-capita income
$39,604
Median home value
$260,400
Bachelor's or higher
37%
Typical home value $326,890 +2.9% yr/yr · +36.2% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$367.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$351.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$166.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$811.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,961 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025385 housing units ($177.2M)
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Mayor 2025-04-01
JOHN LAESCH ✓ 3,253 · RICHARD C. IRVIN 2,726

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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Civilian Review Board

City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
Fri Dec 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers

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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Council to review 185-home Kingsley Row development near Ogden and 75th

The Aurora Committee of the Whole will review recommendations from four committees, including a major housing development, several contracts, and zoning code changes. The most significant item is a development agreement with M/I Homes of Chicago to build 185 single-family attached homes at the southeast intersection of Ogden Ave and 75th Street, along with related zoning and subdivision approvals. The committee will also consider contracts for playground equipment, a river wall design, and citywide road maintenance, plus several ordinance amendments.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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The whole meeting for August 18, 2026 is hereby called to order at 5:03 p.m. I'll ask the clerk to please call the roll. Alderman Barrero? Here. Alderman Garza? Here. Alderman Masiakos? Present. Alderman Nunez? Here. Alderman Franco? Alderman Banuelos? Alderman Bugg? Alderman Bade? Alderman Larson? Alderman White? Next item on the agenda is approval of the minutes. Agenda item 260482. Approval of the minutes of Tuesday, August 4, 2026. Committee of the whole meeting. A motion was made by Alderman Smith. Second by Alderman Garza. All those in favor? Aye. Any opposed? Motion carried by a voice vote. Next, we'll move to the mayor's report. Take it away, John. Thank you so much, Mayor. We have a special proclamation to get to here tonight for those who keep Aurora prepared and resilient in the face of disaster. They do an amazing job at keeping us all informed on the weather here in Aurora. They also really help to keep the city intact in response to an emergency. Let's give it up today for Aurora's emergency management team to commemorate National Emergency Awareness Month. Round of applause for Eva in the building today. Representing. A huge piece of the city. We'll invite Mayor Last to come on down for the reading of the proclamation along with our EMA team to come on up. We have our interim fire chief in attendance, Kevin Nickel. Our EMA coordinator, Theo Van De Sempel. Our EMA specialists, Chad Brees and Mia Gerace. And how about the volunteers tonight, too, who've shown up …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Final Tuesday August 18, 2026 5:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0482 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, August 4, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. MAYOR’S REPORT PUBLIC COMMENT REPORT OF THE BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Met On August 12, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items: 26-0334 An Ordinance Establishing a Conditional Use Planned Development, Approving the Kingsley Row Plan Description and amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to an underlying zoning of R-4A Two-Family Dwelling District and OS-1 Conservation, Open Space, and Drainage District for the property located east of the intersection of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0 26-0335 A Resolution Approving a Preliminary Plan and Plat for Kingsley Row Subdivision, on vacant land l …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

Aurora committee to consider mailbox ordinance, amusement rules

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will meet to approve minutes from August 3, 2026, and consider two ordinances. One ordinance would amend Chapter 42, Section 22 regarding mailboxes, and another would amend Chapter 8 definitions for amusement devices and poolrooms. The meeting is procedural, with no official City Council action occurring.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Rules, Administration, and Procedure Agenda - Final Tuesday August 18, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Edward J. Bugg Vice Chair Daniel Barreiro Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0481 Approval of the minutes from the Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meeting held on August 3, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0471 An Ordinance amending Chapter 42, Section 22 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, Illinois regarding mailboxes. HELD 26-0446 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 8-IV, Division 8-IV-1, Division 8-IV-3, Division 8-IV-5 pertaining to the Definition of Amusement Device and Poolrooms CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review Ward 4 budget amendment, C.A.R.S. contract, deferred comp rules

The Aurora Finance Committee will consider three items: an ordinance amending the Ward 4 budget for FY 2026, a resolution authorizing an agreement with GoGo Technologies for transportation coordination for the C.A.R.S. program, and a resolution approving revised rules for the city's deferred compensation plans. The committee will also approve minutes from its July 30 meeting and take public comment. No official City Council action occurs at this committee meeting.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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to order will the clerk please call the roll alderman at large keith larson here alderman dan barrero here alderman edward j bug here vice chair carl franco here chairperson ted messiakos is here five present thank you alderman edward j bug request permission to participate remotely per section 2-8-0 due to medical emergency circumstances beyond his control that make it impossible to attend the meeting in person is there a motion authorized alderman bug to participate remotely so moved second i got a motion by alderman franco a second by alderman dan barrero all in favor aye opposed motion carries 4-0 welcome alderman bug thank you okay uh clerk can you read the approval of the minutes item 26-0480 approval of the minutes from the finance committee meeting held on july 30th 2026 any questions or comments on this item so moved second motion by alderman bug second by alderman dan barrero all those in favor aye all opposed motion carries 5-0 clerk do we have any members of the public wishing to offer public comment we do not chairman okay in that case we'll keep moving on clerk could you please read the first item on the agenda item 26-0418 in ordinance amending the ward 4 budget for fiscal year 2026 into detail the exact reasons for this budget amendment. And I am here to the best of my abilities to answer anyone's question. CHRIS JERRAM, JR.: Any questions from the committee? Hearing none, what's the word? Alderman Bugg, any questions? ALDERMAN NUNEZ, Yeah, thank you. Rich, do …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL Finance Committee Agenda - Final Thursday August 13, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0480 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on July 30, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0418 An Ordinance amending the Ward 4 Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. 26-0438 A Resolution Authorizing an Agreement with GoGo Technologies, Inc. to Provide Transportation Coordination Services for the City of Aurora Ride Solution (C.A.R.S.) Transportation Program. 26-0486 A Resolution approving the revised rules for the administration of the City's deferred compensation plans. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF TH …
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

Committee to consider 185-home development at Ogden Ave and 75th St

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will consider a development agreement with M/I Homes of Chicago for 185 single-family attached homes at the southeast intersection of Ogden Ave and 75th Street. They will also review an ordinance amending zoning definitions and regulations (information only) and hold items related to the Kingsley Row planned development and subdivision. The meeting includes public comment and a closed session.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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August 12th, 2026 on a Wednesday at 4 o'clock. Please call the roll. Chairperson Mike Zaville. Here. Vice Chair Patty Smith. Alderman Javier Bañuelos. Here. Alderman Juani Garza. Here. Alderman at large Will White. For present. Okay, first item on the agenda is the approval of the minutes 26-0475. Approval of the minutes from the building, zoning, and economic development committee meeting held on July 29th, 2026. I'm moved. Second. Motion to move for approval by Alderman Garza. Second by Alderman Bañuelos. Any corrections, additions, or deletions? All in favor say aye. Aye. I oppose. Motion carried. Forward nothing. Do we have any members of the public wishing to give comment this afternoon? We do not. Okay, we'll go to the agenda then. And I'll read off the first three items first because they 're all together. 26-0463, a resolution for a development agreement DA between the city of Aurora and MI Homes of Chicago for the redevelopment of the property located at the southeast intersection of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street into 185 single-family attached homes. And the next one is 26-0334, an ordinance establishing a conditional use plan development approving the Kingsley R ural Plan description and amending Chapter 49 of the code of ordinance of the city of Aurora by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to an underlining zoning of R4A, two- family dwelling district, and OS1 conservation, open space, and drainage district for the property located east of the intersection o …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee Agenda - Final Wednesday August 12, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Mike Saville Vice Chair Patty Smith Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Juany Garza Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0475 Approval of the minutes from the Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee meeting held on July 29, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0463 A Resolution for a Development Agreement (DA) between the City of Aurora and M/I Homes of Chicago for the redevelopment of the property located at the southeast intersection of Ogden Ave and 75th Street into 185 single-family attached homes. 26-0409 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying Section 49-103.3 Definitions, 49-107.3 Residential District Specific Regulations, and Table One: Use Categories Information Only HELD 26-0334 An Ordinance Establishing a Conditional Use Planned Development, Approving the Kingsley Row Plan Description and amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to an underlying zoning of …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to review 2025 financial reports, mid-year review, and multiple contracts

The Aurora City Council will consider accepting the 2025 Annual Financial Reports and the 2026 Mid-Year Review, along with several consent agenda items including construction contracts, a liquor license cap, and a conditional use permit. The meeting also includes public comment, a mayoral appointment, and a closed session.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation , under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. And then we'll move to the mayor's report. John, take it away. Perfect. Thank you so much, Mayor. We have a number of recognitions and news to get to here tonight. We will begin with National Night Out here in O'Rourke. Twenty-four different sites hosted events last week. Thousands of residents got in on the fun. This yearly celebration is certainly a great way to bring the community together. And the cool thing about it is it's not just one person that makes it all happen. Tonight, along with our community engagement division, we 're going to honor all of the selfless site leads who volunteer their time and efforts to make National Night Out a huge success. Round of applause for our site leads here tonight. They made the event one to remember. We'll invite them up now as the mayor comes on down to read out a special recognition for all of them and their hard work. Come on up, guys. All of our site leads, come on up. Round of applause again for our site leads as they walk up to the front. Making things happen here in O'Rourke. Thank you. Some of you are going to be in the photo anyway. There's also, if you want to stand back there, there's another six inches back there. Okay. Well, first of all, I'll just begin by saying thanks to everybody who stepped up to volunteer in the community and hel …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City Council Agenda - Final Tuesday August 11, 2026 6:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MAYOR'S REPORT 26-0466 Acceptance of the 2025 Annual Financial Reports for the City, TIF Funds and Single Audit. 26-0465 2026 Mid-Year Review. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS 26-0437 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Lisa Garcia, Robert Dabney, James Reeves, Andre' Marti, Bryan Thomas and Deja Wayne to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council. PUBLIC COMMENT CONSENT AGENDA 26-0394 A Resolution authorizing the acceptance of the low bid from Artlip and Sons, Inc., Aurora, IL for the replacement of three (3) rooftop units in the Aurora Police Department Headquarters TAS Facility in the amount of $297,430.00 and a ten percent (10%) contingency of $29,743.00. 26-0410 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class A: Package Sales (Gas Station - Beer & Wine Only) liquor licenses, (unofficially related to the application from DAJ Aurora, LLC d/b/a Supreme Station at 2130 W Galena Blvd.). [Ward …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

Aurora Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee meeting cancelled

This meeting of the Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee has been cancelled. The agenda serves only as notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend, but no official action will occur.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee Agenda - Final Tuesday August 11, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Carl Franco Vice Chair Mike Saville Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderman Edward J. Bugg Alderwoman Patty Smith ***THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR CURRENT AGENDAS - https://www.aurora-il.org/985/City-Council-Agendas-Minutes Any individual with a disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a public meeting should contact the Aldermen's Office at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The Aldermen's Office can be reached in person at 60 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, via telephone at 630-256-3020 or email at [email protected]. Every effort will be made to allow for meeting participation. Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 8/7/2026
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

Committee to vote on $1.9M citywide road maintenance contract

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider three resolutions: a $1.9 million contract for the 2026 Citywide Right-of-Way Maintenance Project, a $117,809 design contract for a Fox River wall repair near the canoe chute, and a $99,708 playground equipment purchase for Garfield Park. The committee also will approve prior meeting minutes and hear public comment.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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It was 10, 4 p.m. 4.01 p.m. Please call the roll. Chairperson Juanigarza. Here. Vice Chair Ted Mesiakos. Present. Alderman Jonathan Nunez. Alderman Shweta Bayer. Here. Alderman at large Keith Larson. Here. For present. Okay. Approval of the minutes, 260470. We have the meeting on Monday, July 27. So moved. Second. You are present. Yeah. Larson, make the motion. Alderman Bayer second. All in favor say aye. Aye. Motion passed. Four zero. Okay. Public comments? No, we do not. Okay. The first item in the agenda today is 260169, a resolution autorizing the director of purchasing to utilize the Omnia Cooperative Purchasing Control to enter into agreement with Play Illinois LLC in the amount of $99,708 to purchase a new playground equipment for Garfield Park. All right. Good afternoon. Ian Wade with the engineering division. Yeah, this one's pretty straightforward. We actually did work with our vendor and saw four different playground equipment options, all of which were available through the Omnia Cooperative P urchasing Contract. And then with feedback from Alderman Barrero as well as Steve, the director of parks, we determined that this was the equipment that we preferred the most. And we were even able to identify the exact color pattern that we also preferred most. So with that in mind, pretty straightforward purchase. Be happy to answer any questions. Questions? Yes. Thank you, Chairwoman. What about the ground? In terms of- So the ground will be- What the surface will be- Rec …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Infrastructure and Technology Committee Agenda - Final Monday August 10, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0470 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, July 27, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0169 A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to utilize the Omnia Cooperative Purchasing Contract to enter into an agreement with Play Illinois, LLC in the amount of $99,708 to purchase new playground equipment for Garfield Park. 26-0413 A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with RS&H, Inc. of St. Charles, IL in the amount of $117,809 to design a repair to the wall between the Fox River and the city's canoe chute in downtown Aurora. 26-0442 A Resolution authorizing the award of a contract to Geneva Construction Company in the amount of $1,939,123.42 for the 2026 Citywide Right-of-Way Maintenance Project. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 8/6/2026 August 10, 2026Infra …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 2:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Aurora committee reviews zoning, budgets

The Committee of the Whole meets to discuss and vote on various proposals, including zoning changes, budget allocations, and contract approvals. The committee will review recommendations from other committees, such as the Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee and the Finance Committee. The meeting will also include public comment and reports from city staff.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances consent agenda items, including conditional use permits and contracts

The Committee of the Whole reviewed reports from several committees and placed numerous items on the consent agenda for the next City Council meeting. These include a conditional use permit for educational services at 2001 Heather Drive, a rezoning and parking lot expansion at 134 S. Glenwood Place, a lease with The Riverfront Playhouse, and multiple contracts for construction and engineering services. The committee also finalized a resolution approving a Final Plan Revision for 1433 Prairie Street. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to the City Council.

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All right, let me know when you're free. Ready on the right? You guys ready down there? Dan, ready on the right? All right. Welcome, everyone. We'll call the meeting to order. It's the Committee of the Whole meeting. August 4th, 2026. It's 2 o'clock. Will the clerk please call the roll? Alderman Barrero? Here. Alderman Garza? Here. Alderman Masiakos? Alderman Munoz? Alderman Franco? Here. Alderman Seville? Alderman Benuelos? Alderman Smith? Alderman Buck? Alderman Bade? Alderman Larson? Alderman White? Merleysh is not present. Okay, thank you. First item on the agenda is approval of the minutes, 26-045 5. I'm moved. Second. Motion made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Alderman Garza. Any corrections, additions, or deletions? All in favor say aye. Aye. Opposed, motion carried. We have the mayor's report. John Zee, welcome. Do you have anything to present tonight? Lawrence? Thank you so much, Mayor Pro Tem. We do have a couple of recognition, but we have some sad news to report on first as we begin today's meeting. The city of Aurora has lost one of its own over the weekend . Michael Lures, a longtime city employee in the street maintenance division, passed away over the weekend after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Lures was a valued teammate on the street, serving as one of the city's go-to employees for tree maintenance, street sweeping, and the operation of heavy machinery. He also served as a union steward and an elected board member of the Ashby Council 31, Local 1514. He …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Final Tuesday August 04, 2026 2:00 PM ***Time Change Due to National Night Out*** Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0455 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, July 21, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. MAYOR’S REPORT PUBLIC COMMENT REPORT OF THE BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Met On July 29, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items: 26-0443 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit for Educational services (6100) on the Property located at 2001 Heather Drive COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0 26-0448 An Ordinance amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to rezone Property located at 134 S. Glenwood Place from R-1 One-Family Dwelling District to P Park and Recreational District COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0 Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/31/2026 August 4, 2026Committee of th …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Committee of the Whole 2:00 PM August 04, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final ***Time Change Due to National Night Out*** Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Pro Tem Saville called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. and the roll was called. Alderman Daniel Barreiro, Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward J. Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, and Alderman-At-Large Will White Present 9 - Alderman Ted Mesiacos, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Javier Bañuelos, and Mayor John Laesch Absent 4 - MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0455 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, July 21, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to approve and file the minutes as presented. The motion carried by voice vote. Page 1 City of Aurora August 4, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final MAYOR’S REPORT Jon Zaghloul, Director of Communicati …
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

Rules committee to vote on amusement device and residency rule changes

Aurora’s Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meets to consider ordinances amending definitions for amusement devices and poolrooms, residency requirements for department heads, and residential district regulations. The committee will also vote on appointing a new Planning and Zoning Commission member and a storm damage grant program for Ward 4.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends approval of department head residency change

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended approval of an ordinance amending residency requirements for department heads, and recommended approval of zoning ordinance amendments. It also approved a Ward 4 storm damage grant program and recommended Shanita Anderson's appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The amusement device ordinance was held. All votes were 4-0.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Rules, Administration, and Procedure Agenda - Final Monday August 03, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Edward J. Bugg Vice Chair Daniel Barreiro Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Will White ***RESCHEDULED DUE TO National Night Out*** Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0453 Approval of the minutes from the Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meeting held on July 21, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0446 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 8-IV, Division 8-IV-1, Division 8-IV-3, Division 8-IV-5 pertaining to the Definition of Amusement Device and Poolrooms 26-0447 An Ordinance amending Chapter 2, Article 2-IV, Sec 2-277 pertaining to residency requirements for department heads. 26-0409 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying Section 49-103.3 Definitions, 49-107.3 Residential District Specific Regulations, and Table One: Use Categories 26-0469 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Shanita Anderson to the Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission. RULES, ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES RESOLUTIONS 26-0468 A Resolution authorizing the Ward 4 Re …
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44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Rules, Administration, and Procedure 3:00 PM August 03, 2026 Monday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Edward J. Bugg Vice Chair Daniel Barreiro Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Will White ***RESCHEDULED DUE TO National Night Out*** Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Bugg called the meeting to order at 3:02 p.m. ROLL CALL Chairperson Edward Bugg, Vice Chair Dan Barreiro, Alderman Javier Bañuelos and Alderwoman Shweta Baid Present: 4 - Alderman-At-Large Will White Absent: 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0453 Approval of the minutes from the Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meeting held on July 21, 2026. A motion was made by Vice Chair Barreiro, seconded by Alderman Bañuelos, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 4 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1 City of Aurora August 3, 2026 Rules, Administration, and Procedure Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0446 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 8, Article 8-IV, Division 8-IV-1, Division 8-IV-3, Division 8-IV-5 pertaining to the Definition of Amusement Device and Poolrooms Tracey Vacek, Director of Zoning & Planning and Jennifer Stallings, City Cler …
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[context] ROLL CALL Chairperson Edward Bugg, Vice Chair Dan Barreiro, Alderman Javier Bañuelos and Alderwoman Shweta Baid Present: 4 - Alderman-At-Large Will White
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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review 2026 mid-year budget and 2025 financial reports

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2026 mid-year review and the 2025 annual financial reports. The body is also considering several resolutions regarding property leases, grants, and infrastructure funding.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends lease approval for Riverfront Playhouse

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a one-year lease for The Riverfront Playhouse at 13 S. Water Street, despite one nay vote. It also recommended approval of a $62,000 federal participation agreement for Montgomery Road and Hill Avenue intersection improvements, a license agreement for an outdoor dining area on city property, and two $10,000 grants for animal programs. The committee accepted the 2025 annual financial reports and discussed the 2026 mid-year review.

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Finance Committee for July 30th, 2026 is here by call to order. With a clerk, please call the roll. Alderman at large, Keith Carson. Here. Alderman Daniel Barreto. Here. Alderman Edward J. Bug. Here. Vice Chair Carl Franco. Chairperson Ted Masiakos is present. Five present. Clerk, can you please read the approval of the minutes? 26-0445, approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee meeting held on July 16th, 2026. Are there any questions or comments on this item? No. Okay. Motion approved by Alderman Carl Franco. Seconded by Alderman Edward Bug. All in favor? Aye. Motion carries 4-0. I'm abstain from it since I wasn't here. Okay. So, clerk, do we have any members of the public wishing to provide public comment? We do not. Okay. Well, then, clerk, could you please read the – oh, no, we don't need to read the rules. Well, it's glad to be back. I just have to get a little bit into the rhythm. All right. Since we have no speakers, clerk, can you please read the first item on the agenda? Item 26-0419, a resolution approving a new lease with the Riverfront Playhouse for the space located at 13 South Water Street, Aurora, Illinois, for a term of one year. Good afternoon. All right. Good afternoon. Finance Committee, Luke Tatara, the city's superintendent. Good afternoon. At front of you is the renewal of the lease for the Play house with one-year extension, which we can continue for the two years, if necessary, after that. And we have a lot of time in the lease, and we have a …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL Finance Committee Agenda - Final Thursday July 30, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0445 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on July 16, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0419 A Resolution approving a new lease with The Riverfront Playhouse for the space located at 13 S. Water Street, Aurora, Illinois for a term of one (1) year. 26-0431 A Resolution authorizing the mayor to execute the Local Public Agency Amendment for federal participation with the State of Illinois in an amount not to exceed $62,000.00 and Phase 2 Supplemental #2 Engineering Services Agreement with HR Green, Inc. and the City Clerk to sign the appropriation of REBUILD Illinois Bond Funds for Montgomery Road and Hill Avenue Intersection Improvements, MFT #19-00329-00-CH in an amount of $62,000.00. 26-0434 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a License Agreement for the Use of a portion of City of Aurora Property for an Outdoor Dining Area on an open space located approximately at 25 W New York St …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Finance Committee 3:00 PM July 30, 2026 Thursday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Mesiacos called the meeting to order at 3:01 pm. ROLL CALL Chairperson Ted Mesiacos, Vice Chair Carl Franco, Alderman Dan Barreiro, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson and Alderman Edward Bugg Present: 5 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0445 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on July 16, 2026. A motion was made by Vice Chair Franco, seconded by Alderman Bugg, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 4 Abstain: 1 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1 City of Aurora July 30, 2026 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0419 A Resolution approving a new lease with The Riverfront Playhouse for the space located at 13 S. Water Street, Aurora, Illinois for a term of one (1) year. Lukasz Tatara - Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance of Public Works and Brian Caputo - Chief Operating Officer - City of Aurora, presented and answered questions regarding this item. A motion was made by V …
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Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

Committee considers zoning changes and conditional use permits for educational services

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will review multiple ordinances and resolutions, including conditional use permits for educational services at 2001 Heather Drive and a parking lot expansion at Freeman Elementary School. The committee will also discuss rezoning properties and a subdivision plan near Ogden Avenue and 75th Street.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends conditional use permits for educational services and a rezoning

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee recommended approval of a conditional use permit for educational services at 2001 Heather Drive, a rezoning of 134 S. Glenwood Place from R-1 to P Park and Recreational District, and a conditional use permit for a parking lot expansion at Freeman Elementary School. It also forwarded a final plan revision for 1433 Prairie Street to the Committee of the Whole. Two items related to the Kingsley Row development were held.

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4:01 p.m. please call the roll. Chairperson Mike Seville. Present. Vice Chair Patty Smith. Here. Alderman Javier Bañuelos. Here. Alderman Juani Garza. Here. Alderman at large Will White. For present. Okay. First time on the agenda is approval of the minutes 26-0399 . Minutes from the building zoning and economic development committee meeting held on June 24, 2026. So moved. Second. Moved by Alderwoman Smith. Second by Alderwoman Garza. Any corrections additions or deletions? All in favor say aye. Aye. Opposed? Motion carried. Report nothing. Do we have any members of the public wishing to get testimony? We do not. Okay. We'll move to the agenda then. The first item is 26-0443 in order to grant a conditional use permit for educational services on the property located at 2001 Heather Drive. And then, okay. Oh, and then the second one. No, sorry. Hi. Welcome. Hello. I'm Kimberly Phillips, zoning administrator. I have the first item for you today. The item number 26-0443. West Aurora School District number 129 is seeking approval of a conditional use for educational services for Hall Elementary School located at 2001 Heather Drive for the purpose of allowing a parking lot expansion. Currently, there is insufficient parking which is causing overflow to take place on Heather Drive. The proposed parking lot is intended to relieve traffic congestion on Heather, especially during drop-off and pick- up times. The subject property is on Park and Recreation District. A public school is c …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee Agenda - Final Wednesday July 29, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Mike Saville Vice Chair Patty Smith Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Juany Garza Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0399 Approval of the minutes from the Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee meeting held on June 24, 2026 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0443 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit for Educational services (6100) on the Property located at 2001 Heather Drive 26-0448 An Ordinance amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to rezone Property located at 134 S. Glenwood Place from R-1 One-Family Dwelling District to P Park and Recreational District 26-0449 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit for Educational services (6100) to allow a parking lot expansion at Freeman Elementary School on the Property located at 134 S. Glenwood Place BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESOLUTIONS 26-0454 A Resolution approving a Final Plan Revision for 1433 Prairie Street for a Learning Common …
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44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee 4:00 PM July 29, 2026 Wednesday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Mike Saville Vice Chair Patty Smith Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Juany Garza Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Saville called the meeting to order at 4:01 pm. ROLL CALL Chairperson Mike Saville, Vice Chair Patty Smith, Alderman Javier Bañuelos and Alderwoman Juany Garza Present: 4 - Alderman-At-Large Will White Absent: 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0399 Approval of the minutes from the Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee meeting held on June 24, 2026 A motion was made by Vice Chair Smith, seconded by Alderwoman Garza, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 4 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1 City of Aurora July 29, 2026 Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0443 An Ordinance Granting a Conditional Use Permit for Educational services (6100) on the Property located at 2001 Heather Drive Kimberly Phillips, Zoning & Planning - City of Aurora A motion was made by Vice Chair Smith, seconded by Alderwoman Garza, that …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

Committee to set maximum gas station liquor licenses for Supreme Station on Galena Blvd.

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee will consider a resolution to establish the maximum number of Class A liquor licenses for gas stations selling beer and wine only, related to an application from DAJ Aurora, LLC for Supreme Station at 2130 W Galena Blvd. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and allow public comment. A closed session is scheduled after the agenda item.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee Agenda - Final Tuesday July 28, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Carl Franco Vice Chair Mike Saville Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderman Edward J. Bugg Alderwoman Patty Smith Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0396 Approval of the minutes from the Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee held on June 23, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0410 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class A: Package Sales (Gas Station - Beer & Wine Only) liquor licenses, (unofficially related to the application from DAJ Aurora, LLC d/b/a Supreme Station at 2130 W Galena Blvd.). [Ward 5] CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. VISIT OUR WEB SITE FO …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Aurora City Council to vote on $2.4 million radio equipment purchase

The City Council will consider several high-cost public safety and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes appointments to the Youth Council and Convention Visitors Bureau, as well as updates to building regulations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent agenda, including $2.4M radio equipment purchase

The City Council approved the consent agenda and direct-to-council consent agenda in full, which included resolutions for the sale of surplus property, a $90,296.43 security services purchase, a $226,950 youth programs grant, a $61,713.75 roofing contract, a $301,078.90 dispatch recording system agreement, a $292,027.05 EV charger installation, and a $2,409,905.06 radio equipment purchase. The council also approved two mayoral appointments to the Aurora Youth Council and the Aurora Area Convention Visitors Bureau. The meeting adjourned to closed session to discuss collective bargaining and salary schedules.

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Thank you. Alderman Bugg? Here. Alderman Bade? Here. Alderman Larson? Here. Alderman White? Mayor Lash is present. Is there a motion to approve the appointment of the Sergeant at Arms for this meeting? So moved. Second. Motion was made by Alderman Smith, second by Alderman Franco. All those in favor? Aye. Any opposed? Motion carries by voice vote. Next, we will be asking the members of Team Timeless to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. If you guys want to just stand up, and we'll be recognizing you in just a little bit. Thank you. Do you want to lower the mic for him a little bit? Or get a taller person? That's another idea. All right. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. And we'll move to the mayor's report. I know it's going to be short and sweet tonight. That's right. Thank you so much, Mayor. We have a significant recognition to get to here tonight for six Aurora residents who made history on the international level. Team Timeless, which features five seventh graders and one third grader from Indian Prairie School District 204, competed at the WPI annual FLL event in Massachusetts, which is part of the first Lego League Open competition circuit. Out of 108 elite teams representing 44 states and international countries, Team Timeless earned the prestigious Champions Finalist Award finishing as the tournament's runner-up. Give i …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City Council Agenda - Final Tuesday July 28, 2026 6:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MAYOR'S REPORT MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS 26-0404 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Hayden Malloy, Blaze Kimbrough, Andre Jack, Christopher Ruiz, Pragun Aggarwal, Satyanandini Kandukuri, Vihaan Sublibhavi and the reappointment of Adwik Panda to the Aurora Youth Council. 26-0405 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Tracy J. Duran, John Fusek, Katie Garrett, Gina Moga and the reappointment of Gretchen Timm to the Aurora Area Convention Visitors Bureau. PUBLIC COMMENT CONSENT AGENDA 26-0032 A Resolution authorizing the sale of obsolete and surplus property, using JJ Kane Auctioneers. 26-0364 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc., for the Provision of Strategic Planning Consulting Services 26-0385 A Resolution authorizing the purchase of one year of manufacturer-supported security services in the amount of $90,296.43 to Worldcom …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers City Council 6:00 PM July 28, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Laesch called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and the roll was called. Alderman Daniel Barreiro, Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderman Javier Bañuelos, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, Alderman-At-Large Will White and Mayor John Laesch Present: 12 - Alderman Ted Mesiacos Absent: 1 - APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderman Franco to appoint a Sergeant-at-Arms for this meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and Officer Zuniga served as Sergeant-at-Arms for this meeting. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Team Timeless. Page 1 City of Aurora July 28, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final MAYOR'S REPORT Jon Zaghloul, Director of Communications - City of Aurora, presented the following items on the Mayor's Report: May …
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

Committee considers $1.5 million sewer project and other infrastructure contracts

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee is reviewing several resolutions to award bids for city maintenance and construction. These items include sewer separation, pavement marking, and facility repairs.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends approval of five infrastructure contracts

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended approval of five resolutions, including contracts for HVAC replacement at the police training facility, sewer separation on E Benton St, pavement markings, masonry restoration, and engineering services for water clearwell rehabilitation. All items passed unanimously with 4 ayes and no nays. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned.

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27th of July and it's four o'clock so please call roll. Chairperson Mwani Garza. Here. Vice Chair Ted Masiakos. Alderman Jonathan Nunez. Here. Alderman Schwara Bay. Here. Alderman at large Keith Larson. For present. Okay. Approval the minutes for 26 days of 432. So moved. Made it on Monday, July 13th. Motion made by Alderman Bay. Second. Second Alderman Nunez. All in favor say aye. Aye. Oh, Larson. I'm sorry. Okay. Four zero. Public comments? No, we do not. Okay. The first item is 26-0394, a resolution autorizing the acceptance of the lobby from Art, Lip, and Sands, Inc., Aurora, Illinois, for the replacement of three rooftop units in the Aurora Police Department Headquarter, TAS facility, and the amount of $297,430, and 10% contingency of $29,743.00. Hello, dear committee members. So, Luke Tatara, your facility superintendent. I'll turn over your proposal to replace three units in the TAS building of the police department. TAS building have a six unit altogether. Three of them was already replaced in 2024. We push for recommendation, excuse me, ask for recommendation to approve those remaining three units to be replaced. This item was already budgeted in 2025. So, the funding is available, and we move for approval for this unit. Comments, questions? Room? Yes. What's the lifespan of these sorts of equipment? 15 to 20 years. And newer equipment, actually less than. The older equipment was 20 years. Now, because these new units have so much new electronics components in there, …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Infrastructure and Technology Committee Agenda - Final Monday July 27, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0432 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, July 13, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0394 A Resolution acceptance of the low bid from Artlip & Sons, Inc. for the replacement of three (3) rooftop heating, ventilation and air-conditioning units in the Aurora Police Department Headquarters Training and Support (TAS) Facility in the amount of $297,430.00 and a ten percent (10%) contingency of $29,743.00. 26-0414 A Resolution to award E Benton St Sewer Separation project, located in Ward 2 to H. Linden Sons Sewer and Water, Inc., in the bid amount of $1,527,260.00. 26-0440 A Resolution authorizing the execution of a contract to Precision Pavement Markings, Inc. in the amount of $185,443.15 for the 2026 Pavement Marking Maintenance Project. 26-0451 A Resolution authorizing acceptance of lowest bid from Safe-Way Tuckpointing LLP in the a …
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44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Infrastructure and Technology Committee 4:00 PM July 27, 2026 Monday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Garza called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. ROLL CALL Chairperson Juany Garza, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderwoman Shweta Baid and Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson Present: 4 - Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Absent: 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0432 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, July 13, 2026. A motion was made by Alderwoman Baid, seconded by Alderman-At-Large Larson, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 4 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1 City of Aurora July 27, 2026 Infrastructure and Technology Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0394 A Resolution acceptance of the low bid from Artlip & Sons, Inc. for the replacement of three (3) rooftop heating, ventilation and air-conditioning units in the Aurora Police Department Headquarters Training and Support (TAS) Facility in the amount of $297,430.00 and a ten per …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Aurora considers $2.4 million purchase for radio equipment

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing recommendations for several high-cost public safety and infrastructure contracts. The body will also discuss youth council appointments and updates to building maintenance regulations.

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✓ Decided: Committee of the Whole approves July 7 meeting minutes

The Committee approved the minutes from the July 7, 2026 meeting. Multiple resolutions regarding city purchasing, grants, and appointments were reviewed and placed on the consent agenda for future action. No other substantive decisions were made during this session.

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The whole meeting for July 21st, 2026 is hereby called to order at 5:01 p.m. I'll ask the clerk to please call the roll. Alderman Barrero. Alderman Garza. Here. Alderman Maciacos. Alderman Nunez. Here. Alderman Branco. Here. Alderman Saville. Alderman Vanuelos. Alderman Smith. Alderman Larson. Alderman White. And Mayor Lash is present. Thank you Madam Clerk. First item on the agenda 260441 approval of the minutes of July 7th, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting. Is there a motion to approve the minutes for July 7th, 2026 COW meeting as presented. A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith, second by Alderwoman Garza. All in favor? Aye. Any opposed? Motion carries by voice vote. Next we'll move to the mayor's report. Take it away John. Thank you so much Mayor. We will begin tonight with a special proclamation for the Aurora Puerto Rican Cultural Council. They not only get ready to celebrate the 54th annual Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Festival, but also to commemorate this week as Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Week in the city of Aurora. Round of applause for Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Week. We'll invite up members right now, the APRCC. They're going to join Mayor Lash up front for the reading of the special proclamation. We'll be right back to the mayor's report. Your timing is perfect. Come on up. Okay. So for the Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Week, we want to acknowledge some of the people that have been very active in the community. Whereas the late Doroteo Arroyo and Juan M. R …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Final Tuesday July 21, 2026 5:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0441 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. MAYOR’S REPORT PUBLIC COMMENT REPORT OF THE BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Meeting Scheduled for July 15, 2026 was Cancelled. REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE The Finance Committee Met On July 16, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items: 26-0032 A Resolution authorizing the sale of obsolete and surplus property, using JJ Kane Auctioneers. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 26-0364 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc., for the Provision of Strategic Planning Consulting Services COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 3-0 Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/17/2026 July 21, 2026Committee of the Whole Agenda - Final 26-0390 A Resolution to utilize donation …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Committee of the Whole 5:00 PM July 21, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Laesch called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. and the roll was called. Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderman Javier Bañuelos, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward J. Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, and Mayor John Laesch Present 10 - Alderman Daniel Barreiro, Alderman Ted Mesiacos, and Alderman-At-Large Will White Absent 3 - MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0441 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to approve the minutes as presented. The motion carried by voice vote. Page 1City of Aurora July 21, 2026Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - Final MAYOR’S REPORT Jon Zaghloul, Director of Communications - City of Aurora, announced the following items on the Mayor's Rep …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

Aurora committee to consider appointments to Veteran's Advisory Council

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will meet to review committee minutes and a resolution regarding council appointments. The body is considering the appointment of six individuals to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends appointments to Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended the appointment of six individuals to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 7, 2026, meeting.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Rules, Administration, and Procedure Agenda - Final Tuesday July 21, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Edward J. Bugg Vice Chair Daniel Barreiro Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0422 Approval of the minutes from the Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meeting held on July 7, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0437 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Lisa Garcia, Robert Dabney, James Reeves, Andre' Marti, Bryan Thomas and Deja Wayne to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR CURRENT AGENDAS - https://www.aurora-il.org/985/City-Council-Agendas-M …
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44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Rules, Administration, and Procedure 3:00 PM July 21, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Edward J. Bugg Vice Chair Daniel Barreiro Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Bugg called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Chairperson Edward Bugg, Alderman Javier Bañuelos and Alderwoman Shweta Baid Present: 3 - Vice Chair Dan Barreiro and Alderman-At-Large Will WhiteAbsent: 2 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0422 Approval of the minutes from the Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meeting held on July 7, 2026. A motion was made by Alderman Bañuelos, seconded by Alderwoman Baid, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 3 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1City of Aurora July 21, 2026Rules, Administration, and Procedure Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0437 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Lisa Garcia, Robert Dabney, James Reeves, Andre' Marti, Bryan Thomas and Deja Wayne to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council. Nick Thompson, Deputy Chief of Staff - Mayor's Office presented and answered questions regarding this item. A motion wa …
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[context] ROLL CALL Chairperson Edward Bugg, Alderman Javier Bañuelos and Alderwoman Shweta Baid Present: 3 - Vice Chair Dan Barreiro and Alderman-At-Large Will White
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Finance Committee

Resolution authorizing $2.4M radio equipment purchase for public safety

The Finance Committee will consider multiple resolutions including authorizing the purchase of radio equipment from L3Harris for $2.4 million, installation of nine electric-vehicle chargers for $292,027, and a dispatch recording system for $301,078. Also on the agenda: a $226,950 youth programs grant funded by the Festival of Lights donation, and a $50,000 Youth Climate Action Fund grant. The committee will also vote on a consulting agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants and the sale of surplus property.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends $2.4M radio equipment purchase

The Finance Committee recommended approval for several city contracts and grants, including significant investments in public safety radio equipment and EV charging infrastructure. The committee also approved the use of donation and grant funds for youth services.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL Finance Committee Agenda - Final Thursday July 16, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0401 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on June 26, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0032 A Resolution authorizing the sale of obsolete and surplus property, using JJ Kane Auctioneers. 26-0364 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc., for the Provision of Strategic Planning Consulting Services 26-0390 A Resolution to utilize donation funds in the amount of $226,950 from the Festival of Lights for the purpose of a Youth Programs Enhancement Grant administered by the Youth Services division. 26-0412 A Resolution to Accept the Youth Climate Action Fund grant for the 2026-2027 cycle and Agreement with Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors in the amount of $50,000 by the Youth Services division. 26-0417 A Resolution authorizing the director of purchasing to enter into a three-year agreement and two one-year options with Equature of Southfi …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Finance Committee 3:00 PM July 16, 2026 Thursday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Vice-Chair Franco called the meeting to order at 3:01pm. ROLL CALL Vice Chair Carl Franco, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson and Alderman Edward Bugg Present: 3 - Chairperson Ted Mesiacos and Alderman Dan BarreiroAbsent: 2 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0401 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on June 26, 2026. A motion was made by Alderman Bugg, seconded by Alderman-At-Large Larson, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 3 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1City of Aurora July 16, 2026Finance Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0032 A Resolution authorizing the sale of obsolete and surplus property, using JJ Kane Auctioneers. Chris Linville, COA-Fleet Operations A motion was made by Alderman Bugg, seconded by Alderman-At-Large Larson, that this agenda item be recommended for approval. The motion carried. Ayes: 3 26-0364 A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement with Raftelis …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Civilian Review Board

CRB to review Aurora Police Department policies and provide recommendations

The Civilian Review Board will approve minutes from the May 21, 2026 meeting. The board will also continue a review of Aurora Police Department policies under unfinished business, with the goal of issuing written recommendations. Public comment will be heard.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Civilian Review Board Agenda - Final Thursday July 16, 2026 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL OTHERS PRESENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0436 Approval of the Minutes of the Thursday, May 21, 2026, Civilian Review Board Meeting. PUBLIC COMMENT PRESENTATION / GUEST SPEAKER UNFINISHED BUSINESS 25-0160 A review of Aurora Police Department policies in accordance with the CRB ordinance for the CRB to provide written recommendations to the department. ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/14/2026
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for July 15, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee Agenda - Final Wednesday July 15, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Mike Saville Vice Chair Patty Smith Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Juany Garza Alderman-at-Large Will White ***THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR CURRENT AGENDAS - https://www.aurora-il.org/985/City-Council-Agendas-Minutes Any individual with a disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a public meeting should contact the Aldermen's Office at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The Aldermen's Office can be reached in person at 60 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, via telephone at 630-256-3020 or email at [email protected]. Every effort will be made to allow for meeting participation. Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/13/2026
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

July 14 Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee meeting cancelled

The scheduled meeting for the Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee on July 14, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee Agenda - Final Tuesday July 14, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Carl Franco Vice Chair Mike Saville Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderman Edward J. Bugg Alderwoman Patty Smith ***THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR CURRENT AGENDAS - https://www.aurora-il.org/985/City-Council-Agendas-Minutes Any individual with a disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a public meeting should contact the Aldermen's Office at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The Aldermen's Office can be reached in person at 60 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, via telephone at 630-256-3020 or email at [email protected]. Every effort will be made to allow for meeting participation. Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/10/2026
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider $1.6 million water main replacement and network services contract

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure projects, including water main replacements and school safety routes. The body is also discussing ordinances regarding campaign contributions and economic interest disclosures.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves network infrastructure contract and ethics updates

The City Council approved a $2.1M network infrastructure renewal and updated ordinances regarding campaign fundraising and economic interest disclosures. Several public works contracts and property annexations were also approved via the consent agenda.

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Thank you. Alderman Garza? Here. Alderman Masiakos? Alderman Nunez? Here. Alderman Franco? Here. Alderman Seville? Here. Alderman Benuelos? Here. Alderman Smith? Here. Alderman Buck? Here. Alderman Bade? Here. Alderman Larson? Here. Alderman White? Here. Mayor Lash is present. Okay, there's a special vote. Alderman Benuelos requests permission to participate remotely per section 2-80 based on a reasonable anticipation of an extended illness. Is there a motion to allow Alderman Benuelos to participate remotely? A motion was made by Alderman Seville, seconded by Alderman Garza. All those in favor? Aye. Any opposed? Motion carries by voice vote. Record reflect that Alderman Benuelos is participating remotely. Next, is there a motion to approve and appoint Sergeant-at- Arms for this meeting? Second. Motion was made by Alderman Smith, seconded by Alderman Franco. All those in favor? Aye. Any opposed? Motion carries by voice vote. And finally, I'll ask are there any Alderman would like to lead us in a Pledge of Allegiance? Alderman Franco, thank you. Last crowd, please stand. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. Now we'll move to the mayor's report. Take it away, John. Thank you so much, Mayor. We have multiple recognitions to get to here tonight as we begin with Disability Pride Month here in the city of Aurora. Round of applause for D …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City Council Agenda - Final Tuesday July 14, 2026 6:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MAYOR'S REPORT MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS PUBLIC COMMENT CONSENT AGENDA 25-0764 A Resolution authorizing the execution of a Joint Funding Agreement with the State of Illinois, the execution of a Phase 3 Construction Engineering Services Agreement with V3 Companies in the not to exceed amount of $144,100.00, and the appropriation of $530,000.00 of MFT Funds for the Safe Routes to School Project in School Districts 129, 131, and 204. 26-0262 A Resolution to Establish a Preferred Contractors List for the 2026 Aurora Rental HVAC Replacement Grant Program. 26-0301 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class B: Onsite Consumption liquor licenses, (unofficially related to the application from HH 59, LLC located at 4448 E New York St). [Ward 10] 26-0315 A Resolution authorizing the execution of real estate contracts to purchase properties and appropriating MFT Funds required for the 2022 Safe Rou …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers City Council 6:00 PM July 14, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Laesch called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and the roll was called. A motion was made by Alderman Saville and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to allow Alderman Bañuelos to participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Sec 2-80 of the code of ordinances. The motion carried by voice vote and Alderman Bañuelos participated in this meeting via video teleconference. Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderman Javier Bañuelos, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, Alderman-At-Large Will White and Mayor John Laesch Present: 11 - Alderman Daniel Barreiro and Alderman Ted Mesiacos Absent: 2 - APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderman Franco to appoint a Sergeant-at-Arms for this meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and Officer Robertson served as Sergea …
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motion to amend carried by the following vote: Aye: 10 - Alderwoman Garza, Alderman Núñez, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Bañuelos, Alderwoman Smith, Alderman Bugg, Alderwoman Baid…
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A motion was made by Alderwoman Baid and seconded by Alderman Franco to amend Exhibit A, page 2, line 10 from $5,000 to $50,000. The motion carried by the following vote:
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A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderman Franco to amend Exhibit A, page 5 line 13 to adopt twenty-four (24) months and remove two (2) calendar years. The motion carried by the…
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A motion was made by Alderman Franco and seconded by Alderwoman Smith to amend Exhibit A, page 7 by removing lines 3-11 (i.e. the highlighted section on page 7). The motion carried by the following…
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A motion was made by Alderman Franco and seconded by Alderwoman Smith to amend Exhibit A, page 7 by removing lines 3-11 (i.e. the highlighted section on page 7). The motion carried by the following…
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

Committee considers security services and roofing contracts

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee is meeting to discuss two resolutions regarding city service contracts. These items involve security services and facility maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends security services and roofing contracts for approval

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended two resolutions for approval regarding city security services and facility maintenance. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 22, 2026, meeting.

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Please call roll. Chairperson Juanigarza. Here. Vice Chair Ted Masiakos. Alderman Jonathan Nunez. Here. Alderman Shweta Bade. Here. Alderman at large Keith Larson. For present. Okay. Approval of the minutes. Item 26-0395 for the meeting we held on June 22nd, 2026. So moved. Motion by Larson. Second. Who wasn't here? I'm second. Yeah, I wasn't here yet. Okay. All right. And there's two in favor? Two not in the time of the meeting. Public comments? No, we do not. Okay. The first item in the agenda is 26-0385, a resolution authorizing the process of one year of manufacturer supported security service and the amount of $90,296.43 to WorldCom Exchange, Inc. Good afternoon. Ramthiaghi from IT. So this is the service from the Fortinet that we need to buy every year for our firewalls that we own. So this provides us like essential security patches as well as 24 by 7 support as well as like all the upgrades and all that for these firewalls. So this is essential. Every year we renew from a reseller of the Fortinet and WAI is one of the resellers. So this year we are buying from them. Any questions? Comments? Yes? Thank you, Chairwoman. Is it just a renewal of the contract or it's a different company? Renewal of the 40 – yeah, renewal of the contract, yeah. It's called 40 care. The pricing is the same? Yeah, it's a cooperative pricing. So they are part of the Omnia contract. And if we go for longer than one year, is there a better pricing offered by them? I think we did not get any bett …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Infrastructure and Technology Committee Agenda - Final Monday July 13, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0395 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, June 22, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0385 A Resolution authorizing the purchase of one year of manufacturer-supported security services in the amount of $90,296.43 to Worldcom Exchange, Inc. 26-0398 A Resolution to award a contract for the River Intake Building Roofing Membrane Replacement Project to Anthony Roofing Tecta America LLC, in the not to exceed amount of $61,713.75. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY …
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44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Infrastructure and Technology Committee 4:00 PM July 13, 2026 Monday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Garza called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. ROLL CALL Chairperson Juany Garza, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderwoman Shweta Baid and Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson Present: 4 - Vice Chair Ted MesiacosAbsent: 1 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0395 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, June 22, 2026. A motion was made by Alderman-At-Large Larson, seconded by Chairperson Garza, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 2 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1City of Aurora July 13, 2026Infrastructure and Technology Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0385 A Resolution authorizing the purchase of one year of manufacturer-supported security services in the amount of $90,296.43 to Worldcom Exchange, Inc. Ram Tyagi - Chief Information Officer, IT - City of Aurora, presented and answered questins regarding this item. A motion was mad …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

Committee to consider amending property maintenance code

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will consider an ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the Aurora Code of Ordinances to update the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) adoption. The committee also plans to vote on resolutions appointing members to the Aurora Youth Council and the Aurora Area Convention Visitors Bureau. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Rules, Administration, and Procedure Agenda - Final Tuesday July 07, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Edward J. Bugg Vice Chair Daniel Barreiro Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Will White Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0386 Approval of the minutes from the Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee meeting held on June 16, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0402 An Ordinance Amending Chapter 12 of the Aurora Code of Ordinances titled Buildings and Building Regulations to Amend the 2015 I-Series adoption of the International Property Maintenance (IPMC). 26-0404 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Hayden Malloy, Blaze Kimbrough, Andre Jack, Christopher Ruiz, Pragun Aggarwal, Satyanandini Kandukuri, Vihaan Sublibhavi and the reappointment of Adwik Panda to the Aurora Youth Council. 26-0405 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Tracy J. Duran, John Fusek, Katie Garrett, Gina Moga and the reappointment of Gretchen Timm to the Aurora Area Convention Visitors Bureau. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/2/2026 July 7, 2026Rules, Administration, and Procedure Agenda - …
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 5:00 PM

Committee of the Whole

Aurora Committee of the Whole reviews network and infrastructure contracts

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing recommendations from various city committees regarding infrastructure projects, vendor contracts, and zoning ordinances. Key items include network infrastructure services and water main replacements.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances ethics ordinance amendments, places most items on consent agenda

The Committee of the Whole reviewed multiple items, placing most on the consent agenda for final approval. It reached consensus on amendments to two ethics-related ordinances (disclosure of economic interests and campaign contributions), which will be considered as friendly amendments. No final votes were taken on these ordinances; they remain on unfinished business. The committee also approved the minutes of the previous meeting and entered closed session.

City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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by 7 20 26 is hereby called to order at 5 p.m unless the clerk to please call the roll Alderman Barrero here Alderwoman Garza here Alderman Maciakos present Alderman Nunez here Alderman Franco here Alderman Seville here Alderman Banuelos Alderwoman Smith Alderman here oh Alderman Bug here Alderwoman Bade here Alderman Larson here Alderman White here and Mayor Lash is present Alderwoman Smith request permission to participate remotely per section 2-80 based on a reasonable anticipation of extended illness is there a motion to allow Alderwoman Smith to participate remotely motion was made by Alderman Seville seconded by Alderwoman Garza all those in favor any opposed motion carries by a voice vote welcome to the meeting Alderwoman Smith next we will thank you move to approval of the minutes agenda item 2-603-87 approval of the minutes of Tuesday June 16th 2026 committee of the whole is there a motion approve the minutes of Tuesday June 16th 2026 committee the whole meeting as motion was made by Alderman Franco seconded by Alderwoman Garza all in favor aye any opposed motion carries by a voice vote next we'll move to the mayor's report presented by John take it away thank you so much mayor before we begin our recognitions tonight we'd like to invite up our current chief development services officer John curling to lead us in a moment of silence and provide some remarks on the recent passing of the city's former director of development services Herman Benicke thank you thank you …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 Committee of the Whole Agenda - Final Tuesday July 07, 2026 5:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0387 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. MAYOR’S REPORT PUBLIC COMMENT REPORT OF THE BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Met On June 24, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items: 26-0391 An Ordinance Vacating a City Easement on the Property located at 55 S. Constitution Drive, in Kane County, Aurora, Illinois 60506 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0 26-0392 An Ordinance Annexing Property located at 1160 Jackson Street to the City of Aurora, pursuant to a Water Service Agreement. COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0 Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 7/3/2026 July 7, 2026Committee of the Whole Agenda - Final Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Planning & Development Resolutions 26-0379 A Resolution Approving a Revision to the Final Pla …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Committee of the Whole 5:00 PM July 07, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Laesch called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. and the roll was called. A motion was made by Alderman Saville and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to allow Alderwoman Smith to participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Sec 2-80 of the code of ordinances. The motion carried by voice vote and Alderwoman Smith participated in this meeting remotely. Alderman Daniel Barreiro, Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted Mesiacos, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward J. Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, Alderman-At-Large Will White, and Mayor John Laesch Present 12 - Alderman Javier Bañuelos Absent 1 - MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING 26-0387 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting. A motion was made by Alderman Franco and seconded by Alderwoman Ga …
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Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 3:00 PM

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve HVAC grant and salt purchase contracts

The Finance Committee will consider resolutions to authorize contracts for the 2026 Rental HVAC Replacement Grant Program, a bulk rock salt purchase, and a three-year managed services contract with Scientel Solutions. The committee will also approve funding for the Safe Routes to School Project.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends $2.17M network services contract, 4-1

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a three-year, $2,168,127 support renewal with Scientel Solutions for city-wide network infrastructure, passing 4-1. It also recommended approval of several Safe Routes to School resolutions, including a $144,100 construction engineering agreement, an $8,150 property purchase, and a $17,622 design supplement. A preferred contractors list for the 2026 Rental HVAC Replacement Grant Program and a bulk rock salt purchase at $74.33 per ton were also recommended. All other items passed unanimously.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL Finance Committee Agenda - Final Thursday June 25, 2026 3:00 PM Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0378 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on June 11, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 25-0764 A Resolution authorizing the execution of a Joint Funding Agreement with the State of Illinois, the execution of a Phase 3 Construction Engineering Services Agreement with V3 Companies in the not to exceed amount of $144,100.00, and the appropriation of $530,000.00 of MFT Funds for the Safe Routes to School Project in School Districts 129, 131, and 204. 26-0262 A Resolution to Establish a Preferred Contractors List for the 2026 Aurora Rental HVAC Replacement Grant Program. 26-0315 A Resolution authorizing the execution of real estate contracts to purchase properties and appropriating MFT Funds required for the 2022 Safe Routes to School Project in the amount of $8,150.00. 26-0361 A Resolution requesting approval of a three-year support renewal contract to Scientel Solutions, LLC., 2021 N Eola Rd, …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Finance Committee 3:00 PM June 25, 2026 Thursday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Ted Mesiacos Vice Chair Carl Franco Alderman Dan Barreiro Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Alderman Edward J. Bugg Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Mesiacos called the meeting to order at 3:01pm ROLL CALL Chairperson Ted Mesiacos, Vice Chair Carl Franco, Alderman Dan Barreiro, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson and Alderman Edward Bugg Present: 5 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0378 Approval of the minutes from the Finance Committee Meeting held on June 11, 2026. A motion was made by Vice Chair Franco, seconded by Alderman-At-Large Larson, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 5 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1City of Aurora June 25, 2026Finance Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 25-0764 A Resolution authorizing the execution of a Joint Funding Agreement with the State of Illinois, the execution of a Phase 3 Construction Engineering Services Agreement with V3 Companies in the not to exceed amount of $144,100.00, and the appropriation of $530,000.00 of MFT Funds for the Safe Routes to School Project in School Districts 129, 131, and 204. A motion was made …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

Committee considers conditional use and subdivision plan for Kingsley Row development at Ogden and 75th

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will discuss vacating a city easement and approving a revised final plan for the property at 55 S. Constitution Drive, annexing 1160 Jackson Street via a water service agreement, and considering a conditional use planned development and preliminary plat for the Kingsley Row subdivision at Ogden Avenue and 75th Street. Items marked "HELD" were previously introduced and are carried over.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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Quorum so we'd like to begin now. It is a 12-08 and it is June 24th, 2026 and then we are having the building zoning and economic development committee meeting and please call the order please call the roll call. Sorry about that. Chairperson Mc Saville. Present. Vice Chair Patty Smith. I'm here finally. Alderman Javier Bañuelos. Here. Alderman Juan Garza. Here. Alderman at large Will White. Here. Five present. Okay thank you. Any members of the public wishing to give comment or public testimony? We had no one signed up today. Okay we'll move to the agenda then. The first item is 26-0391 Norton's vacating a city easement on the property I'm sorry. Oh. Oh sorry. I skipped that. Sorry. Approval of the minutes 26-0375. This is for the committee meeting on June 10th, 2026. Moved by Alderman Smith. Second by Ald erman Garza. Any corrections additions or resolutions? All in favor say aye. Aye. Opposed? Motion carried. Five nothing. Okay. And we do have Alderman Franco attending our committee meeting today so welcome. Okay back to the other agenda I was starting to read sorry. 26-0391 and this is ordinance vacating a city easement on the property located 55 South Constitution in rural Illinois 60506. Welcome. Alderman could you also read in 26-0379 they are related. Yes. 26-0379 resolution proving a revision to the final plan on lot one and two of Lindsay window and door subdivision located 55 South Constitution Drive for processing finishing and assembly facilities use business and …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee Agenda - Final Wednesday June 24, 2026 12:00 PM Chairperson Mike Saville Vice Chair Patty Smith Alderman Javier Bañuelos Alderwoman Juany Garza Alderman-at-Large Will White **MEETING TIME CHANGED-THIS MEETING ONLY** Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0375 Approval of the minutes from the Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee meeting held on June 10, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0391 An Ordinance Vacating a City Easement on the Property located at 55 S. Constitution Drive, in Kane County, Aurora, Illinois 60506 BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESOLUTIONS 26-0379 A Resolution Approving a Revision to the Final Plan on Lot 1 and 2 of Lindsay Window & Door Subdivision, located at 55 S. Constitution Drive for a Processing, finishing and assembly facilities (3140) Use, Business and professional, office (2400) Use, and Retail sales or service (2100) Use BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCES 26-0392 An Ordinance Annexing Property located at 1160 Jackson Street to the City of Aurora, pursuant to a Water Service Agreement. HELD Page 1 City of …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to propose new Downtown Special Service Area and vote on $4.6M sewer contract

The Aurora City Council will consider mayoral appointments to advisory boards and a consent agenda including several infrastructure contracts: a $4.6 million sewer separation project in Ward 4, a $3.2 million water main improvement in Ward 6, and a $461,500 airport maintenance agreement. New business includes a resolution to sell city-owned property at 438 North Ave and an ordinance proposing a new Downtown Special Service Area (SSA 1) with a public hearing.

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✓ Decided: Aurora City Council approves several board appointments and infrastructure contracts

The City Council approved multiple mayoral appointments to the Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board and the Civic Center Authority Board. Additionally, the council passed various resolutions regarding water main improvements, airport maintenance, and property sales.

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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City Council Agenda - Final Tuesday June 23, 2026 6:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MAYOR'S REPORT MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS 26-0266 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Zayra Juarez, Cynthia Rocha, Jennifer Orta, Eduardo Orozco, Raquel Rodriguez, Melissa Sosa and Lizet Zuniga to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board. 26-0295 A Resolution authorizing the appointment of Diane Lantz, Christopher Childress, Nastasha Prunty, Juan Sifuentes and the reappointment of Gina Moga and Jonathon Hylton to the Aurora Civic Center Authority Board. PUBLIC COMMENT CONSENT AGENDA 26-0303 A Resolution authorizing the execution of an Airport Maintenance Operations Agreement with Airfield Maintenance Services, LLC for five years with two automatic one-year renewals in the initial amount of $461,500. 26-0328 A Resolution to award Hazel CSO Sewer Separation, Sanitary Extension, and Water Main Improvements project, located in Ward 4 to Performance Construction & Engineering, LLC. in the bid …
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44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers City Council 6:00 PM June 23, 2026 Tuesday Meeting Minutes - Final Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Laesch called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and the roll was called. A motion was made by Alderman Saville and seconded by Alderwoman Smith to allow Alderwoman Baid to participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Sec. 2-80 of the code of ordinances. The motion carried by voice vote and Alderwoman Baid participated in this meeting via remote teleconference. Alderman Daniel Barreiro, Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted Mesiacos, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderman Javier Bañuelos, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, Alderman-At-Large Will White and Mayor John Laesch Present: 13 - APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to appoint a Sergeant-at-Arms for this meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and Officer Soderlund served as Sergeant-at-Arms for th …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
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A motion was made by Alderwoman Garza and seconded by Alderman Larson to approve this item. The motion carried by the following vote:
6 yea · 2 nay
Garza yea · Núñez yea · Bañuelos yea · Bugg yea · Alderman-at-Large Larson yea · Alderman-at-Large White yea · Saville nay · Baid nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

Committee to set max number of liquor licenses for E New York St applicant

The committee will discuss and potentially vote on a resolution to establish the maximum number of Class B (on-site consumption) liquor licenses, a step related to an application from HH 59, LLC for a location at 4448 E New York St in Ward 10. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

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City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee Agenda - Final Tuesday June 23, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Carl Franco Vice Chair Mike Saville Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderman Edward J. Bugg Alderwoman Patty Smith Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0371 Approval of the minutes from the Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee held on June 9, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0301 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class B: Onsite Consumption liquor licenses, (unofficially related to the application from HH 59, LLC located at 4448 E New York St). [Ward 10] CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION. VISIT OUR WEB SITE FOR CURRENT AGENDAS - https://www.aurora-il.org/ …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

Committee considers $1.6 million water main replacement in Ward 5

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee is meeting to review and award three contracts for water and pump infrastructure. These projects include water main replacements and well maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends water main, well maintenance, and irrigation pump contracts

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended three resolutions for approval. These include water main replacements in Ward 5, well maintenance services, and an irrigation pump system replacement in Ward 3.

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20 seconds and it's 4 p.m so please call the order chair person juani garza here vice chair ted messiakos president alderman jonathan nunez alderman m ishweta bade alderman at large keith larson here three present okay uh approval the minutes uh uh item 26-0367 from monday june 8 2026 so moved motion made by alderman larson second second alderman ten messiakos all in favor say aye aye thank you public comments no we do not okay the first item in the agenda today is 26 days 0368 a resolution to award sans saucy drive and cable stone dry water main replacement project located in world five to winger excavated ink and the bid amount one million five hundred and ninety nine thousand five hundred and seventy dollars and zero cents good afternoon kirk buce with the public works department so this is the last of the water main replacement projects we had planned for this year i popped upon our radar because of brake issues and some water quality complaints on san susi drive uh it's located in units one and units three of the san susi subdivision which were constructed in the early to mid 60s we anticipate all the services out there to be led we have replaced a couple of them within the project limits to date for various reasons but most of those 40 services need replacing as part of this project put out to bid and got seven bids we got a good response with the low bidder being winninger excavating they did a project last year late in the year out on elmwood and we're happy with thei …
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City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers 44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 Infrastructure and Technology Committee Agenda - Final Monday June 22, 2026 4:00 PM Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0367 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, June 8, 2026. PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA 26-0368 A Resolution to award Sans Souci Dr and Cobblestone Dr Water Main Replacement project, located in Ward 5 to Winninger Excavating, Inc. in the bid amount of $1,599,570.00. 26-0370 A Resolution to award a contract for well maintenance services for Well 119 to Municipal Well & Pump in the not to exceed amount of $103,474.70. 26-0372 A Resolution to award the Phillips Park Irrigation Pump System Replacement project, located in Ward 3 to Midwest Well Services, Inc. DBA: Pumpstation Professionals in the contract amount of $244,000.00. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT Page 1 City of Aurora Printed on 6/18/2026 June 22, 2026Infrastructure and Technology Committee Agenda - Final THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A QUORUM OF TH …
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44 E. Downer Place Aurora, IL 60507 City of Aurora City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers Infrastructure and Technology Committee 4:00 PM June 22, 2026 Monday Meeting Minutes - Final Chairperson Juany Garza Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos Alderman Jonathan Núñez Alderwoman Shweta Baid Alderman-at-Large Keith Larson Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Please contact the Aldermen's Office at (630) 256-3020. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Garza called the meeting to order at 4:00pm ROLL CALL Chairperson Juany Garza, Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos and Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson Present: 3 - Alderman Jonathan Núñez and Alderwoman Shweta BaidAbsent: 2 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES 26-0367 Approval of the minutes from the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held on Monday, June 8, 2026. A motion was made by Alderman-At-Large Larson, seconded by Vice Chair Mesiacos, that this agenda item be accepted and filed. The motion carried. Ayes: 3 PUBLIC COMMENT AGENDA Page 1City of Aurora June 22, 2026Infrastructure and Technology Committee Meeting Minutes - Final 26-0368 A Resolution to award Sans Souci Dr and Cobblestone Dr Water Main Replacement project, located in Ward 5 to Winninger Excavating, Inc. in the bid amount of $1,599,570.00. Kurt Muth, Assistant Director of Public Works - City of Aurora, and Jolene Coulter - Director of Purchasin …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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[context] CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Garza called the meeting to order at 4:00pm ROLL CALL Chairperson Juany Garza, Vice Chair Ted Mesiacos and Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson Present: 3 - Alderman…
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Civilian Review Board

City Hall - Second Floor Council Chambers

Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 114 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

🏗️ Business licenses (latest 25)
Recent records pulled from the city's own open-data portal. Beta — dates/values as published by the source.
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Wed May 6, 20263600 THAYER CT #300BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Fri May 1, 2026667 SHERIDAN STBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Tue Apr 28, 20264255 WESTBROOK DR UNIT 212-213BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Fri Apr 24, 20262112 W GALENA BLVD STE 8 #440BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Apr 22, 2026399 WALL STREE ABUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Apr 22, 2026399 WALL STREET UNIT ABUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Fri Apr 17, 2026251 S RIVER STBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Apr 15, 2026802 LAKE STBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Apr 15, 20261555 BUTTERFIELD RD STE. 123BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Tue Apr 14, 20267225 NORTHLAND DR N 310BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Mon Mar 2, 2026BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Tue Feb 17, 20263 S LINCOLN AVEBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Tue Jan 13, 2026732 & 738 N HIGHLAND AVBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Mon Jan 12, 2026802 W ILLINOIS AVBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Mon Jan 12, 2026519 W GALENA BLVD STE 2BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Jan 7, 2026701 FARGO AVBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Mon Nov 24, 20252353 PROSPECT DRBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Nov 12, 2025540 W GALENA BLVD #202BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Thu Oct 30, 20256429 PO BOXBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Tue Sep 30, 2025BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Mon Aug 25, 20251 CVS DR MC 1160BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Mon Aug 25, 20251 CVS DR MC 1160BUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Fri May 30, 2025843 STATION BLVDBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed May 14, 2025451 N COMMONS DRBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM
Wed Apr 30, 202521 S BROADWAYBUSINESS REGISTRATION PROGRAM

Source: Business licenses

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$27.2MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: OCTOBER 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATIONA
$26.9MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NOVEMBER 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATION
$26.9MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: AUGUS 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATIONAL
$26.8MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT- SEPTEMBER 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATIO
$26.6MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS MAY: MAY 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATIONAL HEARI
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$24.9MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: JUNE 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATIONAL H
$10.0MTHE BIOTEAM, LLC
Department of Health and Human Services · THE BIOTEAM INC:1126567 [23-005355]
$4.2MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: FY25 DECEMBER HAR PAT & HAA DATA.
$3.9MSONOVA USA INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: JANUARY 2025 DATA - PURCHASE ORDER DATA FOR VA NATIONA

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (DuPage County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-5,288 people (-$376.8M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Severe Storm": 5, "Flood": 4, "Snowstorm": 4, "Tornado": 3 · last Fri Sep 20, 2024)
Traffic fatalities10 (2 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments34,121 (595,691 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,761/mo (2,059 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy12.8% (low numeracy 19% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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152
Recorded votes
$367.2M
Annual budget
$811.7M
Debt outstanding
385
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$367.2M
Spending$351.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$811.7M
Debt-to-revenue2.21×
Debt-load index79 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.512
All kids
0.484
Black kids
0.364

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Where it’s happening

geocoded land-use decisions
🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.

Meeting archives

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