Aurora, Illinois

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

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.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 12 (Buildings and Building Regulations) to amend the 2015 I-Series adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)
• Resolution appointing Hayden Malloy, Blaze Kimbrough, Andre Jack, Christopher Ruiz, Pragun Aggarwal, Satyanandini Kandukuri, Vihaan Sublibhavi and reappointing Adwik Panda to the Aurora Youth Council
• Resolution appointing Tracy J. Duran, John Fusek, Katie Garrett, Gina Moga and reappointing Gretchen Timm to the Aurora Area Convention Visitors Bureau
• Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2026 committee meeting

Committee of the Whole

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.

• Network Infrastructure Managed Services contract with Scientel Solutions, LLC for $2,168,127
• Sans Souci Dr and Cobblestone Dr Water Main Replacement contract for $1,599,570.00
• Phillips Park Irrigation Pump System Replacement contract for $244,000.00
• Appropriation of $530,000.00 for Safe Routes to School Project in School Districts 129, 131, and 204
• Annexation of property located at 1160 Jackson Street

Finance Committee

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.

• Resolution to authorize a $2,168,127 contract with Scientel Solutions, LLC.
• Resolution to establish a Preferred Contractors List for the 2026 Rental HVAC Replacement Grant Program.
• Resolution to approve a bulk rock salt purchase for $74.33 per ton.
• Resolution to appropriate $530,000 for the Safe Routes to School Project.
• Resolution to authorize a $144,100 contract with V3 Companies.

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

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.

• Vacating a city easement at 55 S. Constitution Drive
• Revision of Final Plan for Lindsay Window & Door Subdivision (55 S. Constitution Drive) for processing, office, and retail uses
• Annexation of 1160 Jackson Street to the City of Aurora via a Water Service Agreement
• Conditional use planned development for Kingsley Row with underlying zoning of R-4A and OS-1 at Ogden Avenue and 75th Street
• Preliminary plan and plat for Kingsley Row Subdivision on vacant land east of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street

City Council

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.

• $4,618,028 award to Performance Construction & Engineering for Hazel CSO Sewer Separation in Ward 4
• $3,187,318.50 award to Gerardi Sewer & Water for Richard St, Robert St, N Russell Ave water main improvements in Ward 6
• $524,440 five-year amendment to Quicket Solutions for electronic citation software
• Ordinance proposing a new 'SSA 1 - Aurora Downtown District' calling for a public hearing
• Resolution authorizing sale of city-owned property at 438 North Ave

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

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.

• Resolution 26-0301 to set max number of Class B liquor licenses for HH 59, LLC at 4448 E New York St (Ward 10)
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2026 committee meeting

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

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.

• Award Sans Souci Dr and Cobblestone Dr Water Main Replacement to Winninger Excavating, Inc. for $1,599,570.00
• Award well maintenance services for Well 119 to Municipal Well & Pump for up to $103,474.70
• Award Phillips Park Irrigation Pump System Replacement to Midwest Well Services, Inc. for $244,000.00

Civilian Review Board

Committee of the Whole

The Aurora City Council will review committee recommendations for airport maintenance, police department software upgrades, and major water main improvements in Wards 4 and 6. These contracts fund runway lighting updates, electronic citation systems, and sewer separation work that may temporarily affect local streets. A discussion on police and fire residency requirements will also be covered as an informational item. No official council votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Award $4,618,028 to Performance Construction & Engineering for sewer and water main improvements in Ward 4
• Award $3,187,318.50 to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. for water main upgrades on Richard St, Robert St, and N Russell Ave in Ward 6
• Approve a five-year airport maintenance agreement with Airfield Maintenance Services, LLC starting at $461,500
• Authorize up to $524,440 for Quicket Solutions electronic citation software and an additional $80,203.72 for police records integration
• Review a service contract with Family Service Association of Elgin for the Aurora Police Department Crisis Intervention Unit through December 2026

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee is considering a resolution to authorize an agreement providing parking for residents of the Hobbs Building. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a closed session. No official City Council action will occur; only committee discussion and recommendation.

• Resolution 26-0359: Authorizing execution of a parking agreement for Hobbs Building residents
• Approval of minutes from the June 2, 2026 committee meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two resolutions authorizing five-year agreements with Quicket Solutions for electronic citation software and integration services. The larger item is a $524,440 amendment for citation and adjudication software; the second is an $80,203 integration with the police records system.

• Resolution 26-0349: Five-year amendment for electronic citation and adjudication software from Quicket Solutions, not to exceed $524,440.00
• Resolution 26-0350: Five-year integration solution from Quicket Solutions for the Police Records Management System, not to exceed $80,203.72

The Finance Committee voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a five-year amendment to the agreement with Quicket Solutions for electronic citation and hearing software, not to exceed $524,440. They also recommended a separate $80,203.72 integration contract for the Police Records Management System. The recommendations now go to the full City Council.

• Recommended approval of $524,440 five-year amendment for electronic citation software from Quicket Solutions (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $80,203.72 five-year integration solution for Police Records Management System from Quicket Solutions (4-0)
• Approved minutes from the May 28, 2026 Finance Committee meeting (4-0)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The committee will vote on a $461,500 airport maintenance operations agreement with Airfield Maintenance Services, LLC and a $127,800 engineering contract with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. for airport signage and lighting. It will also discuss a conditional use planned development and preliminary plat for Kingsley Row Subdivision east of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street, which would rezone the land to R-4A and OS-1 districts.

• Resolution authorizing Airport Maintenance Operations Agreement with Airfield Maintenance Services, LLC for $461,500
• Resolution authorizing Construction Phase Engineering Agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. for $127,800 for airport signage and lighting
• Ordinance establishing Conditional Use Planned Development for Kingsley Row Subdivision (east of Ogden Ave & 75th St) with rezoning to R-4A and OS-1
• Resolution approving Preliminary Plan and Plat for Kingsley Row Subdivision
• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2026 meeting

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of a five-year airport maintenance operations agreement with Airfield Maintenance Services, LLC for $461,500, and a $127,800 construction-phase engineering agreement for airfield signage and lighting upgrades. The committee also voted unanimously to hold two related items for the Kingsley Row planned development and subdivision on vacant land east of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street, deferring a decision.

• Recommended approval of Airport Maintenance Operations Agreement with Airfield Maintenance Services, LLC for $461,500 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $127,800 Construction Phase Engineering Agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. for airfield signage and lighting upgrades (5-0)
• Held Ordinance Establishing a Conditional Use Planned Development for Kingsley Row (5-0)
• Held Resolution Approving Preliminary Plan and Plat for Kingsley Row Subdivision (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a settlement agreement in the lawsuit Alshmailawi v. City of Aurora (case 20-L-000503) and consider a ground-mounted solar array at the Church Road Elevated Tank. Other business includes a conditional use planned development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street, appointments to boards, and budget amendments for fiscal years 2025 and 2026.

• Settlement agreement in Salam Alshmailawi et al. v. City of Aurora (case 20-L-000503)
• Ground-mounted solar array and Power Purchase Agreement at 2680 Church Road
• Conditional use planned development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street
• Appointments of Hopkins, Barajas, Wajid, and Bhachu to Planning and Zoning Commission
• Extension of two-year tow roster agreements until Chapter 46 amendments are reviewed

The council approved the consent agenda, including the Tortilleria El Rey conditional use development plan, a budget amendment, and a parking lot contract. Three appointments to advisory boards were confirmed with one dissenting vote. An ordinance reorganizing city departments was discussed but the minutes ended before a final vote was recorded.

• Approved three appointments: Krisha Dalal to AANHPI board (11-0), Jennifer Hopkins et al. to Planning & Zoning (10-1), Michael Zafran to G.A.R. Commission (11-0)
• Approved Tortilleria El Rey conditional use development plan at 1955 E. New York St. (11-0)
• Approved final plan for food/textiles use at same property (11-0)
• Approved agency agreement with Illinois Division of Aeronautics for airport fuel tax reimbursement (11-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment #8 (11-0)
• Approved two-year extension of tow firm roster agreements (11-0)
• Approved $86,426.25 contract with TAT Enterprises for Phillips Park overflow parking lot (11-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Fox Walk Overlay District Design Review Committee membership (11-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The committee will vote on a resolution to authorize a service agreement with Family Service Association of Elgin to support the Aurora Police Department's Crisis Intervention Unit from July 1 through December 31, 2026. They will also hold a discussion on residency requirements for police and fire personnel. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes is on the agenda.

• Resolution 26-0352: Service agreement with Family Service Association of Elgin for Police Crisis Intervention Unit (July–Dec 2026, no dollar amount listed)
• Held discussion 26-0277: Residency requirements for police and fire personnel
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2026 meeting

The committee recommended approval of a service agreement with the Family Service Association of Elgin to support the Aurora Police Department Crisis Intervention Unit. The committee also discussed residency requirements for police and fire personnel.

• Approved May 12, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of APD Crisis Intervention Unit service agreement (4-0)
• Discussed and filed police and fire residency requirements

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider two resolutions awarding infrastructure contracts: a CSO sewer separation and water main project in Ward 4 for $4,618,028 to Performance Construction & Engineering, and water main improvements on Richard St, Robert St, and N Russell Ave in Ward 6 for $3,187,318.50 to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. The committee will also approve the minutes from its May 26, 2026 meeting. Public comment is allowed before the committee votes on recommending these items to the full City Council.

• Resolution 26-0328: Award Hazel CSO Sewer Separation, Sanitary Extension, and Water Main Improvements (Ward 4) to Performance Construction & Engineering for $4,618,028.00
• Resolution 26-0344: Award Richard St, Robert St, N Russell Ave Water Main Improvements (Ward 6) to Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. for $3,187,318.50
• Approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee approved two resolutions to award construction contracts for sewer separation and water main improvements in Wards 4 and 6. No official City Council action was taken.

• Approved $4,618,028.00 Hazel CSO Sewer Separation project (4-0)
• Approved $3,187,318.50 Richard St/Russell Ave Water Main Improvements project (4-0)
• Accepted and filed minutes from May 26, 2026 meeting (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:13pm (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review items recommended by four committees, including a conditional use planned development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street, budget amendments for fiscal years 2025 and 2026, an airport fuel tax agreement, and a $86,426.25 contract for an overflow parking lot at Phillips Park Golf Course. The meeting also includes appointments to various boards and a resolution for a solar array at the Church Road Elevated Tank. No official action is taken at this committee meeting.

• Conditional use planned development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street
• Budget amendment #8 for fiscal year 2025 and Ward 9 budget amendment for fiscal year 2026
• Agreement with TAT Enterprises for $86,426.25 to construct overflow parking at Phillips Park Golf Course
• Resolution to accept ground-mounted solar array and power purchase agreement at 2680 Church Road
• Extension of two-year tow roster agreements until Chapter 46 of city code is amended

The Committee of the Whole approved the minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting. Several items were placed on the consent agenda or moved to unfinished business for the City Council, but no substantive legislative actions were decided during this session.

• Approved May 19, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Placed Tortilleria El Rey development plan (1955 E. New York Street) on consent agenda
• Placed Aurora Municipal Airport Aviation Fuel Tax agreement on consent agenda
• Placed 2025 Fiscal Year Budget Amendment #8 on consent agenda
• Placed $86,426.25 Phillips Park Golf Course parking lot contract on consent agenda
• Placed appointment of Krisha Dalal to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Advisory Board on consent agenda
• Placed extension of tow firm agreements on consent agenda
• Placed reappointment of Michael Zafran to Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Commission on consent agenda

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee is meeting to review administrative items. The primary item of business is a resolution regarding appointments to a city advisory board.

• Resolution 26-0266: Appointment of eight individuals to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board (marked as HELD)

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended several individuals for appointment to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board. The recommendation was made after amending the original list to remove Hector Ochoa Jr.

• Approved minutes from May 19, 2026 (3-0)
• Recommended appointments for the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board as amended (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two ordinances: one amending the 2025 annual budget (Amendment #8) and another amending the Ward 9 budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• 26-0309: Ordinance amending the annual budget for FY2025 (Amendment #8)
• 26-0343: Ordinance amending the Ward 9 budget for FY2026
• 26-0331: Approval of minutes from May 14, 2026 Finance Committee meeting

The Finance Committee recommended approval of two budget-related ordinances: Amendment #8 to the 2025 fiscal year budget and an amendment to the Ward 9 budget for 2026. Both items will now go to the full City Council for final action. The previous meeting's minutes were also approved.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 26-0309 (2025 Budget Amendment #8) (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 26-0343 (Ward 9 Budget Amendment for 2026) (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes from May 14, 2026 Finance Committee meeting (4-0)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will discuss and potentially recommend approval of two major planned developments: a conditional use planned development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street and the Kingsley Row subdivision east of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street, which includes a zoning map amendment to R-4A and OS-1 districts. The committee will also consider an agency agreement for aviation fuel tax funds at the Aurora Municipal Airport. Other items include approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a preliminary plan for Kingsley Row.

• 26-0334: Ordinance establishing Conditional Use Planned Development and amending zoning map for Kingsley Row east of Ogden Avenue and 75th Street
• 25-1041: Ordinance establishing Conditional Use Planned Development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street
• 26-0335: Resolution approving Preliminary Plan and Plat for Kingsley Row Subdivision
• 25-1042: Resolution approving Final Plan for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street for a food, textiles, and related products use
• 26-0273: Resolution authorizing Agency Agreement with IL Division of Aeronautics for Aviation Fuel Tax funds at Aurora Municipal Airport

The committee recommended approval of a conditional use planned development and final plan for a tortilleria at 1955 E. New York Street (4-0). Two items for the Kingsley Row subdivision near Ogden Avenue and 75th Street were held without a vote. The committee also recommended approval of an agency agreement for aviation fuel tax funds at the Aurora Municipal Airport (4-0).

• Approved minutes from April 29, 2026 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use planned development for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final plan for Tortilleria El Rey at 1955 E. New York Street (4-0)
• Held ordinance for Kingsley Row conditional use planned development east of Ogden Ave and 75th St (no vote)
• Held resolution for Kingsley Row preliminary plan and plat east of Ogden Ave and 75th St (no vote)
• Recommended approval of agency agreement with IL Division of Aeronautics for airport fuel tax funds (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on annexing vacant land south of Jericho Road for a senior estate development. The body is also reviewing several liquor license maximums and infrastructure contracts.

• Annexation and zoning for 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 south of Jericho Road
• Contracts with Semper Fi Landscaping, Inc. for $4,600,000.00 and $576,183.06
• Appropriation of $283,729.00 for Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path Extension
• Expenditure of up to $300,000 in special service area tax funds to Aurora Downtown District
• Liquor license maximums for 518 S Lake St, 2500 N Farnsworth Ave, and 251 S River Street

The Aurora City Council approved the annexation of vacant land south of Jericho Road and the associated zoning for the 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 development (11-0). The council also authorized a $4.6 million contract for Mastodon Lake dredging and shoreline restoration, approved several liquor license allocations, and amended the Ward 3 budget. A previously approved conditional use ordinance for Vision Court was rescinded and replaced with a corrected version. Julie Chandler and Scott Krave were appointed to the Bicycle, Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Board, and Rebecca Gomez was appointed as Animal Control Manager.

• Approved annexation agreement and zoning for 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 (11-0)
• Approved Mastodon Lake dredging contract ($4.6M) and shoreline restoration ($576k) (Consent, 11-0)
• Established liquor license caps for L Mil Amores, Boulevard Food & Drink Hall, and Poppy Estate (Consent)
• Authorized $283,729 for Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path design (Consent)
• Appropriated $300,000 in SSA funds to Aurora Downtown District (Consent)
• Amended Ward 3 budget for FY2026 (10-0, Ald. Mesiacos recused)
• Rescinded Ordinance O26-032 for Vision Court conditional use and approved corrected ordinance 26-0327 (11-0)
• Appointed Rebecca Gomez as Animal Control Manager (11-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider a resolution to authorize a contract for constructing an overflow parking lot at Phillips Park Golf Course. The agreement is with TAT Enterprises of Union, IL, and the total amount is $86,426.25. The meeting is rescheduled from May 25 due to Memorial Day.

• Resolution 26-0339: Authorizes $86,426.25 contract with TAT Enterprises for Phillips Park Golf Course overflow parking lot
• Approval of minutes from Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting held May 11, 2026
• Public comment session for residents physically present at City Hall
• Meeting rescheduled from May 25 due to Memorial Day

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended approval of a resolution for an overflow parking lot at Phillips Park Golf Course. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026, meeting.

• Approved May 11, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended $86,426.25 parking lot construction at Phillips Park Golf Course for approval (5-0)

Civilian Review Board

The board will review Aurora Police Department policies to provide written recommendations. Discussion also includes messaging content for presentations and community data analysis.

• Review of Aurora Police Department policies (25-0160)
• Messaging content for CRB presentation and printed materials (26-0178)
• Community data and data analysis (26-0177)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive reports from four standing committees and discuss new business. Items include a $4.6M contract for Mastodon Lake dredging and $576K for shoreline restoration, a $283K design agreement for the Montgomery Road multi-use path, and a $300K special service area tax expenditure. The committee also reviews liquor license quota increases for three establishments and a Ward 3 budget amendment.

• Mastodon Lake Dredging: $4,600,000 contract with Semper Fi Landscaping, Inc.
• Mastodon Lake Shoreline Restoration: $576,183.06 agreement with Semper Fi Landscaping, Inc.
• Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path Extension: $283,729 design engineering agreement with HR Green, Inc.
• Special Service Area One: $300,000 to Aurora Downtown District for special services.
• Liquor license quota increases for L Mil Amores (518 S Lake St), Boulevard Food & Drink Hall (2500 N Farnsworth Ave), and The Poppy Estate (251 S River St).

The Committee of the Whole reviewed and placed on the consent agenda a $4.6 million Mastodon Lake dredging contract and $576,183 shoreline restoration agreement, along with other items including a $283,729 Montgomery Road multi-use path design and $300,000 in special service area tax funds. The committee also voted 12-0 to enter closed session to discuss audit matters. No final council action was taken at this meeting; decisions are recommendations to the City Council.

• Placed $4,600,000 Mastodon Lake dredging agreement with Semper Fi Landscaping on consent agenda
• Placed $576,183.06 Mastodon Lake shoreline restoration with Semper Fi Landscaping on consent agenda
• Placed $283,729 Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path extension design agreement with HR Green on consent agenda
• Placed $300,000 special service area tax funds to Aurora Downtown District on consent agenda
• Placed three liquor license resolutions (L Mil Amores, Boulevard Food & Drink Hall, The Poppy Estate) on consent agenda
• Placed appointment of Julie Chandler and Scott Krave to Bicycle, Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Board on consent agenda
• Approved minutes of the May 5, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting (voice vote)
• Voted 12-0 to enter closed session for audit discussion

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will review several personnel appointments for advisory boards and commissions. The agenda also includes an ordinance to amend the membership of the Fox Walk Overlay District Design Review Committee and updates to the City Code regarding economic interests and lobbying.

• Ordinance amending Fox Walk Overlay District Design Review Committee membership
• Appointment of Krisha Dalal to the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Advisory Board
• Appointments and reappointments for the Aurora Civic Center Authority Board
• Appointments for the Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission
• Extension of two-year agreement for City of Aurora Tow Roster firms

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended approval for multiple advisory board appointments and an ordinance regarding the Fox Walk Overlay District Design Review Committee. The committee also recommended extending agreements for tow firms on the City of Aurora Tow Roster. One resolution regarding the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board was held.

• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Fox Walk Overlay District Design Review Committee membership (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Krisha Dalal to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Advisory Board (5-0)
• Recommended appointments and reappointments to Aurora Civic Center Authority Board (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of four members to Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Recommended extension of tow firm agreements on City of Aurora Tow Roster (5-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Michael Zafran to Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Commission (5-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance regarding economic interests, lobbying, and City property use (3-2)
• Held resolution for appointments to Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly vote on three resolutions: a joint funding agreement and $283,729 design contract for the Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path Extension, a $300,000 expenditure from Special Service Area One tax funds to the Aurora Downtown District, and acceptance of a ground-mounted solar array at Church Road Elevated Tank with a power purchase agreement. The committee will also approve minutes from its April 30 meeting.

• Resolution for Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path Extension (Middlebury Drive to IL Route 59) – $283,729 design agreement with HR Green, Inc.
• Expenditure of $300,000 from Special Service Area One tax funds to Aurora Downtown District for special services
• Acceptance of ground-mounted solar array at Church Road Elevated Tank (2680 Church Road) and Power Purchase Agreement with 548 Energy
• Approval of minutes from the April 30, 2026 Finance Committee meeting

The Finance Committee recommended approval of two resolutions: a $283,729 joint funding and design contract for the Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path Extension (Middlebury Drive to IL Route 59), and a $300,000 appropriation to the Aurora Downtown District for special services in Special Service Area One. A resolution on a solar array at Church Road Elevated Tank and a Ward 3 budget amendment were discussed but no vote was taken.

• Recommended approval of $283,729 for Montgomery Road Multi-Use Path design and funding (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $300,000 special service area tax funds to Aurora Downtown District (4-0)
• Discussed but no vote on ground-mounted solar array and Power Purchase Agreement at 2680 Church Road
• Discussed but no vote on Ward 3 budget amendment for fiscal year 2026

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with 23 items, including a $4.6 million contract for citywide street resurfacing, a $351,523 engineering agreement for New York Street safety improvements, and several resolutions related to liquor licenses at Hollywood Casino. The meeting also includes public comment, a mayor's report, and closed session.

• 26-0200: Award of $4,648,733 to Geneva Construction for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - WEST/NORTH project
• 26-0187: $351,523 engineering agreement for New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement Project
• 26-0223/0224/0225: Three resolutions setting maximum liquor licenses for Hollywood Casino suites at 2500 N Farnsworth Ave
• 26-0263: $1,101,195 water main replacement project on N. Fordham Ave in Ward 6
• 26-0234: $1,065,000 salt purchase contract with Compass Minerals

The City Council approved a consent agenda containing 27 resolutions and ordinances, including a $4,648,733.10 contract with Geneva Construction for the 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing WEST/NORTH project, a $1.1M water main replacement on N. Fordham Ave., and a $1.065M salt purchase contract. In unfinished business, the council approved a service agreement with the Aurora Downtown District (11-0) and a memorandum of understanding with the Phillips Park Foundation (10-0). The council also approved and paid the bill summary and large bill list.

• Approved $4,648,733.10 contract with Geneva Construction for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - WEST/NORTH project (consent agenda, 11-0)
• Approved $1,101,195 contract with Gerardi Sewer & Water for N. Fordham Ave. Water Main Replacement (consent agenda, 11-0)
• Approved $1,065,000 salt purchase contract with Compass Minerals America Inc. (consent agenda, 11-0)
• Approved $433,908 contract with Geneva Construction for asphalt resurfacing at Aurora Transportation Center and Parking Lot S (consent agenda)
• Approved $351,523 agreement with WBK Engineering for New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement Project (consent agenda)
• Approved service agreement between City of Aurora and Aurora Downtown District (unfinished business, 11-0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding between City of Aurora and Phillips Park Foundation (unfinished business, 10-0, with Alderman Mesiacos recused)
• Approved and paid the bill summary and large bill list (11-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee will discuss resolutions to establish maximum numbers for specific liquor license classes. These items relate to applications from three different businesses. A discussion on police and fire residency requirements has been held.

• Resolution for Class B: Onsite Consumption liquor licenses (L Mil Amores Restaurant, LLC at 518 S Lake St)
• Resolution for Class D: Farnsworth Bilter Entertainment District liquor licenses (Boulevard Food & Drink Hall - Aurora at 2500 N Farnsworth Ave. Ste. 110)
• Resolution for Class D: Downtown Fringe On-Site Consumption liquor licenses (The Poppy Estate, LLC at 251 S River Street)

The committee recommended approval for three resolutions establishing maximum liquor license counts for specific business applications. A discussion regarding residency requirements for police and fire was held. The minutes from the April 28, 2026, meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes from April 28, 2026 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0118 for Class B: Onsite Consumption liquor licenses (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0291 for Class D: Farnsworth Bilter Entertainment District liquor licenses (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0298 for Class D: Downtown Fringe On-Site Consumption liquor licenses (4-0)

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider a resolution authorizing contracts with Semper Fi Landscaping for Mastodon Lake dredging ($4,600,000) and shoreline restoration ($576,183). They will also receive an informational update on the completed 36-inch Southeast Transmission Water Main repair in Ward 1. Meeting minutes from April 27, 2026, are up for approval.

• Resolution authorizing $4.6M for Mastodon Lake dredging and $576,183 for shoreline restoration with Semper Fi Landscaping
• Informational update on 36-inch Southeast Transmission Water Main repair by Vortex Infrastructure Services and Miller Pipeline
• Approval of minutes from the April 27, 2026 committee meeting

The committee recommended approval of two agreements with Semper Fi Landscaping, Inc. for lake projects. The committee also received an informational update regarding a water main repair in Ward 1.

• Approved minutes from April 27, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $4,600,000.00 and $576,183.06 contracts for Semper Fi Landscaping, Inc. (5-0)
• Received informational update on 36” Southeast Transmission Water Main Repair project

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several items from standing committees, including contracts for street resurfacing, annexation agreements for vacant land south of Jericho Road, and a vision insurance administration agreement for city employees.

• Contract for $4,648,733.10 for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - WEST/NORTH
• Annexation agreement for vacant land south of Jericho Road between Jericho Circle and Athena Road
• Resolution authorizing $351,523.00 for New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement Project
• Resolution authorizing $433,908 for asphalt resurfacing at the Aurora Transportation Center Parking Lot
• Resolution authorizing $1,065,000 for salt purchases

The Committee of the Whole met on May 5, 2026, and reviewed items from various subcommittees, including zoning, finance, public safety, and infrastructure. All substantive items were either placed on the consent agenda or placed on unfinished business for future City Council action. No final decisions were made on any ordinances or resolutions; the only actions taken were procedural: approval of the prior meeting's minutes and a motion allowing an alderman to participate remotely.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting (voice vote)
• Approved Alderman Núñez's remote participation via teleconference (voice vote)

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will consider resolutions to appoint members to the Bicycle, Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Board and the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board. The body will also discuss a proposed city policy on special attractions and an ordinance amending the code of ordinances.

• Resolution to appoint members to the Bicycle, Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Board
• Resolution to appoint members to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board
• Discussion of a proposed city policy on special attractions at community events
• Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances regarding department organization
• Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances regarding disclosure of economic interests

The committee recommended the appointment of two members to the Bicycle, Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Board. A motion to approve appointments to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board failed. The committee also scheduled a closed session for May 19, 2026.

• Recommended approval of Julie Chandler and Scott Krave to the Bicycle, Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Board (5-0)
• Denied approval of appointments to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board (2-1-2)
• Approved motion to enter closed session on May 19, 2026, to discuss personnel matters (3-1-1)
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2026 meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on several resolutions, including a $4.65 million contract for the 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing – WEST/NORTH project and a $351,523 agreement for the New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement Project. Other items include a $1.065 million salt purchase contract, vision insurance administration for employees and retirees, and agreements with the Aurora Downtown District and Phillips Park Foundation. The meeting is scheduled for April 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM in City Hall.

• Resolution to award a $4,648,733.10 contract to Geneva Construction for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing – WEST/NORTH
• Resolution for a $351,523 Phase 2 Design Engineering Agreement with WBK Engineering for New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement
• Resolution authorizing a $1,065,000 contract with Compass Minerals America Inc. for salt purchases
• Resolution authorizing EyeMed Vision Care to administer vision insurance for active employees and retirees through December 31, 2026
• Resolutions approving a Service Agreement and a Lease Agreement between the City and Aurora Downtown District

The Finance Committee recommended approval of seven resolutions to the full City Council. All items passed unanimously except a $1,065,000 salt purchase contract (4-1). A memorandum of understanding with the Phillips Park Foundation was forwarded with no recommendation after one abstention.

• Approved minutes from March 26, 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended vision insurance contract with EyeMed (5-0)
• Recommended $351,523 joint funding agreement for New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement (5-0)
• Recommended $4,648,733 contract to Geneva Construction for citywide street resurfacing (5-0)
• Recommended $1,065,000 salt purchase contract from Compass Minerals (4-1)
• Recommended service agreement with Aurora Downtown District (5-0)
• Recommended lease agreement with Aurora Downtown District (5-0)
• Forwarded MOU with Phillips Park Foundation with no recommendation (4-0-1)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will decide on several annexations, zoning changes, and subdivision approvals. Key items include an annexation agreement and zoning for the 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 development south of Jericho Road, annexation of 1160 Jackson Street, and a final plan revision for a restaurant with drive-through at Chicago Premium Outlets. Public comment is allowed for those physically present.

• Annexation agreement for vacant land south of Jericho Road between Jericho Circle and Athena Road (ward 5)
• Annexation of property at 1160 Jackson Street pursuant to a water service agreement
• Conditional use for food, textiles, and related products at 2850, 2871, and 2880 Vision Court
• Final plan revision for a restaurant with drive-through at 2365 North Farnsworth Avenue (Chicago Premium Outlets)
• Preliminary plat approval for 1449 Senior Estates Subdivision, Phase 2

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee unanimously (4-0) recommended approval of nine items, including annexation agreements, zoning changes, and plat approvals. Key actions included advancing the 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 development south of Jericho Road, a conditional use for a food/textiles business at Vision Court, and annexation of 1160 Jackson Street. All recommendations will be forwarded to the full City Council.

• Recommended approval of annexation agreement for property south of Jericho Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation of vacant land south of Jericho Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use planned development for 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for 1449 Senior Estates Subdivision Phase 2 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use for food/textiles at 2850, 2871, 2880 Vision Court (4-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation of 1160 Jackson Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for resubdivision of Lot 107 Ashton Pointe (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final plan for vehicle repair at 3141 North Aurora Road (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions and ordinances including a $4.4 million street resurfacing contract and various liquor license limits. The agenda also includes multiple city-owned property divestments and several municipal appointments.

• Contract for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - EAST project: $4,448,912.80
• Change order for Broadway Streetscape/New York-Galena Two-Way Conversion: $121,760.47
• Purchase of computer equipment from Insight Public Sector, Inc.: up to $400,000
• Firing range cleaning and maintenance at Aurora Police Department Headquarters: $63,010.00
• Divestment and sale of city-owned properties at 801 Claim St., 930/932 W. New York Ave., 16 N. Lake St., and 1531 E. New York St.

The City Council approved several mayoral appointments to advisory boards and commissions. The council also authorized the sale of multiple city-owned properties and approved a $4.4M street resurfacing contract.

• Appointed Ella Fahlstrom to the Civilian Review Board (12-0)
• Appointed Chelsea Ferguson, Erica Packer, Phillip Van Lear, and reappointed Sean Williams to the Advisory Commission on Disabilities (12-0)
• Appointed Jasmeet Singh and Raghwendra Singh to the Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board (12-0)
• Approved $121,760.47 change order for Broadway Streetscape/New York-Galena Two-Way Conversion (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $4,448,912.80 contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - EAST (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $400,000 purchase of computer equipment from Insight Public Sector, Inc. (Consent Agenda)
• Approved sale of property at 801 Claim St. (12-0)
• Approved sale of properties at 930 and 932 West New York Ave. (12-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The committee will vote on a landscaping contract for nine fire stations, establish maximum liquor license counts for three suites at Hollywood Casino Aurora, and set a limit for tattoo and body art establishment licenses. They will also discuss residency requirements for police and fire personnel. A held item on an MOU with the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund is carried over.

• Resolution authorizing contract with Beary Landscaping for mowing/landscaping at 9 fire stations
• Three resolutions establishing maximum Class D liquor licenses for Hollywood Casino Aurora (suites 220, 330, 440 at 2500 N Farnsworth Ave.)
• Resolution setting maximum number of tattoo and body art establishment licenses
• Discussion on residency requirements for police and fire
• Held item: Expert Partner MOU between Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund and City of Aurora

The committee recommended approval for several resolutions, including liquor licenses for Hollywood Casino Aurora and limits on tattoo and body art establishments. A landscaping contract for fire stations and a financial empowerment memorandum were also recommended for approval. Discussion on police and fire residency requirements was held.

• Recommended approval of landscaping contract with Beary Landscaping Maintenance for 9 fire stations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class D liquor licenses for Hollywood Casino Aurora, Ste. 220 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class D liquor licenses for Hollywood Casino Aurora, Ste. 330 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class D liquor licenses for Hollywood Casino Aurora, Ste. 440 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of maximum license numbers for tattoo and body art establishments (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Expert Partner Memorandum of Understanding with Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, Inc. (5-0)
• Held discussion on residency requirements for police and fire

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will review several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and technology contracts. The body is discussing agreements for road resurfacing, engineering projects, and utility replacements.

• N. Fordham Ave. Water Main Replacement project award to Gerardi Sewer & Water, Co. for $1,101,195.00
• Asphalt resurfacing at Aurora Transportation Center and Parking Lot S with Geneva Construction Company for $433,908
• Farnsworth & Ogden Intersection Improvement Project engineering agreement with Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. up to $225,406.00
• Bilter Road Highway Safety Improvement Program engineering agreement with Baxter & Woodman, Inc. up to $130,063.50
• S. Broadway Ave Sewer Separation change order with Performance Construction & Engineering, LLC for $90,000.00

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee unanimously recommended approval of seven contracts and amendments, including a $1.1 million water main replacement on N. Fordham Ave., $433,908 for parking lot resurfacing, $225,406 for intersection engineering, and amendments to the CAD/RMS system and NextGen 911 contract. All items were recommended 5-0 and will go to the full City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of $1,101,195 water main replacement on N. Fordham Ave. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $433,908 asphalt resurfacing at Aurora Transportation Center and Lot S (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $225,406 engineering agreement for Farnsworth & Ogden intersection project (5-0)
• Recommended approval of citywide asphalt purchase program bid from Superior Asphalt Materials (5-0)
• Recommended approval of amendment to Mark43 CAD/RMS system contract (5-0)
• Recommended approval of extending NextGen 911 resolution from 5 to 10 years (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $130,063.50 engineering agreement for Bilter Road safety project (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $90,000 change order for S. Broadway sewer separation contract (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing recommendations from various subcommittees regarding infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and liquor license limits. The body will also discuss several property annexations and appointments to city boards.

• Contract for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - EAST with Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for $4,448,912.80
• Purchase of computer equipment from Insight Public Sector, Inc. not to exceed $400,000
• Annexation of properties at 6S361, 6S346, and 6S356 Old Eola Road
• Conditional use for special purpose recreational institution at 55 S Lake Street
• Change order for Broadway Streetscape/New York-Galena Two-Way Conversion project for $121,760.47

The Committee of the Whole approved a consent agenda of ordinances and resolutions, including annexations, liquor license limits, and street resurfacing contracts. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn. No official council action occurred at this committee meeting.

• Approved consent agenda items including annexations at Old Eola Road
• Approved street resurfacing contract award to Schroeder Asphalt Services ($4.4M)
• Approved computer equipment purchase from Insight Public Sector ($400k)
• Approved acceptance of firing range cleaning contract ($63k)
• Approved temporary outdoor seating and parklet permits ordinance
• Approved liquor license limits for Class B and Class D
• Approved Civilian Review Board appointment
• Approved advisory board appointments

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will meet to consider new business including a license for outdoor dining at 26 North River Street and appointments to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board. The committee will also resume discussion on a held ordinance that would amend city code regarding disclosure of economic interests, campaign contributions, lobbying, and use of city property. Additionally, there will be a discussion on the process for setting salaries for elected officials. No official action by the City Council will occur at this committee meeting.

• Resolution authorizing a license agreement for outdoor dining on a portion of 26 North River Street.
• Resolution appointing Zayra Juarez, Cynthia Rocha, Hector Ochoa Jr., Jennifer Orta, Eduardo Orozco, Raquel Rodriguez, Melissa Sosa, and Lizet Zuniga to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board.
• Held ordinance amending and adding sections of city code on disclosure of economic interests, campaign contributions, lobbying, and use of City property and seal (Item 25-0779).
• Held discussion on the process to establish the salary for elected officials (Item 26-0124).

The committee approved forwarding a license agreement for outdoor dining at 26 North River Street to the Committee of the Whole. Several other items, including appointments to the Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board and ordinance amendments, were held.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2026 meeting (4-0)
• Forwarded license agreement for outdoor dining at 26 North River Street to Committee of the Whole with no recommendation (4-0)
• Denied motion to divide Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board appointments into 8 individual items
• Held resolution for appointments to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Held Ordinance 25-0779 regarding economic interests, lobbying, and City property
• Held discussion on the process to establish salary for elected officials

Civilian Review Board

The Civilian Review Board will continue its review of Aurora Police Department policies under ordinance requirements, aiming to provide written recommendations. The board will also discuss community data analysis and develop messaging content for CRB presentations and printed materials. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment are also on the agenda.

• Review of APD policies (25-0160) for written recommendations
• Community Data and Data Analysis discussion (26-0177)
• Messaging content for CRB presentation and printed materials (26-0178)
• Approval of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (26-0253)

The Civilian Review Board approved minutes from March 19, 2026, and approved two marketing drafts: a presentation slides/script and a language template for a tri-fold pamphlet, both to be submitted to Marketing. The board also postponed a review of Aurora Police Department policies to the next meeting.

• Approved March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved draft presentation slides/script to be submitted to Marketing (voice vote)
• Approved language template for tri-fold pamphlet to be submitted to Marketing (voice vote)
• Postponed review of Aurora Police Department policies (Item 25-0160) to next meeting

Finance Committee

This meeting of the Aurora Finance Committee has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The meeting was scheduled for April 16, 2026.

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will consider a conditional use permit for a special purpose recreational institution at 55 S Lake Street. They will also vote on annexing several parcels on Old Eola Road and approving a final plan for a warehouse at 2695 West Sullivan Road. An easement release agreement involving Pulte Home Company and Oswego School District is on the agenda.

• Conditional use for Special Purpose Recreational Institution at 55 S Lake Street (Ordinance 26-0198)
• Annexation of 6S361 Old Eola Road (six parcels) via water service agreement (Ordinance 26-0221)
• Annexation of 6S346 and 6S356 Old Eola Road via water service agreement (Ordinance 26-0229)
• Easement release agreement with Pulte Home Company and Oswego School District for property at Eola Road and U.S. Route 30 (Resolution 26-0237)
• Final plan approval for Warehouse, Distribution and Storage Services at 2695 West Sullivan Road (Resolution 26-0236)

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a conditional use for a special purpose recreational institution (arcade) at 55 S Lake Street. The committee also recommended approving three annexations on Old Eola Road, an easement release agreement, and forwarded a warehouse final plan to the Committee of the Whole. All votes were unanimous with one alderman absent.

• Recommended approval of conditional use for recreational institution at 55 S Lake Street (4-0)
• Recommended annexation of 6S361 Old Eola Road with water service agreement (4-0)
• Recommended annexation of 6S346 and 6S356 Old Eola Road with water service agreement (4-0)
• Recommended approval of easement release agreement with Pulte Home Company and Oswego School District (4-0)
• Forwarded final plan for warehouse at 2695 West Sullivan Road to Committee of the Whole (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including sewer lining and water main replacements. The body is also reviewing a $2 million grant for family shelter renovations and various mayoral appointments.

• Water main replacement for Liberty St., Catherine St., Beckwith St., and Solfisburg Ave. for $1,849,640.00
• $2,000,000 DCEO grant for renovations to the Mutual Ground family shelter
• 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project contract for $1,344,479.50
• Purchase of city fleet vehicles and equipment for $882,628.29
• 2026 Manhole Rehabilitation Project contract for $379,690.00

The City Council approved a $2 million grant for a family shelter renovation and multiple contracts for water main replacements, fleet vehicles, and legal settlements. The meeting included public comments on fire chief hiring and data center noise.

• Approved $2M DCEO grant for Mutual Ground shelter renovation (10-0)
• Authorized $1.34M sewer lining project (10-0)
• Approved $882,628.29 fleet vehicle and equipment purchase (10-0)
• Authorized $175,000 for 311 Call Center furnishings (10-0)
• Authorized $1.85M water main replacement in Ward 7 (10-0)
• Authorized $238,100 for water main flushing (10-0)
• Authorized $400,400 for airport layout plan study (10-0)
• Authorized settlement in Wagner v. City of Aurora (10-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee will consider resolutions to set maximum liquor license counts for two Aurora businesses (Class B and Class D) and authorize memoranda of understanding with Guardian Angels Community Services, the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, and Catholic Charities. The committee will also approve minutes from its March 10, 2026 meeting.

• Resolution capping Class B liquor licenses for Aurora IL Wing Company LLC at 1460 N Orchard Rd (Ward 5)
• Resolution capping Class D liquor licenses for Kai Modern Japanese Kitchen at 2 N River St (Ward 2)
• MOU with Guardian Angels Community Services for FY2026 network agreement
• MOU with Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund for expert partner agreement
• MOU with Catholic Charities as a linkage service agreement for FY2026

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee recommended approval of two liquor license resolutions (Class B for Aurora IL Wing Company and Class D for Kai Modern Japanese Kitchen), two service agreements (Guardian Angels Community Services and Catholic Charities), and held a resolution regarding a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. All votes were 5-0. The meeting lasted 18 minutes.

• Approved minutes from March 10, 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0172 establishing max Class B liquor licenses for Aurora IL Wing Company at 1460 N Orchard Rd (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0201 establishing max Class D liquor licenses for Kai Modern Japanese Kitchen at 2 N River Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0203 authorizing MOU with Guardian Angels Community Services for FY2026 (5-0)
• Held Resolution 26-0215 regarding Expert Partner MOU with Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (no vote)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 26-0216 authorizing MOU with Catholic Charities for FY2026 (5-0)
• Adjourned at 4:22 p.m. (5-0)

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee is reviewing several contracts for city maintenance and technology upgrades. This includes street resurfacing, computer equipment purchases, and police department facility maintenance.

• Contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for $4,448,912.80 for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - EAST
• Purchase of computer equipment from Insight Public Sector, Inc. not to exceed $400,000
• Change order for HR Green regarding Broadway Streetscape/New York-Galena Two-Way Conversion for $121,760.47
• Bid from Best Technology Systems Inc. for Aurora Police Department firing range cleaning and maintenance for $63,010.00
• Renewal of Genetec Software Subscription Agreement for one year

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended five items for final City Council approval by a unanimous 5-0 vote. The recommendations cover a $121,760.47 change order for the Broadway Streetscape/New York-Galena Two-Way Conversion project, up to $400,000 in computer equipment, a $4,448,912.80 contract for east-side street resurfacing, a $63,010.00 police firing range maintenance agreement, and a one-year software subscription renewal. These items fund local road repairs, city IT upgrades, and public safety facility upkeep.

• Recommended $121,760.47 change order for Broadway Streetscape/New York-Galena Two-Way Conversion project (5-0)
• Recommended up to $400,000 purchase of computer equipment from Insight Public Sector, Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended $4,448,912.80 contract for 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - EAST project with Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended $63,010.00 firing range cleaning and maintenance agreement at Aurora Police Department Headquarters (5-0)
• Recommended one-year renewal of Genetec Software Subscription Agreement (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed several items placed on the consent agenda from various committees. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting as all items were presented for review by their respective committees.

• Approved March 18, 2026, meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned open session to closed session (11-0)

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will consider ordinances regarding alcohol allowed areas and temporary outdoor seating and parklet permits. The body will also discuss the process for establishing salaries for elected officials and review several board and commission appointments.

• Ordinance creating Article 25-XV for Temporary Outdoor Seating and Parklet Permits
• Ordinance amending Chapter 6 regarding 'Alcoholic Liquor' allowed areas
• Discussion on the process to establish the Salary for Elected Officials
• Appointment of Ella Fahlstrom to the Civilian Review Board
• Appointments to the Advisory Commission on Disabilities and Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended approval for ordinances regarding alcoholic liquor areas and temporary outdoor seating. The committee also recommended several board appointments and an amendment to board membership requirements. Two items regarding economic interest disclosures and elected official salaries were held.

• Recommended approval of ordinance amending alcoholic liquor allowed areas (5-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance creating temporary outdoor seating and parklet permits (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Ella Fahlstrom to the Civilian Review Board (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Chelsea Ferguson, Erica Packer, Phillip Van Lear and reappointment of Sean Williams to the Advisory Commission on Disabilities (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of Jasmeet Singh and Raghwendra Singh to the Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board (5-0)
• Recommended approval as amended of ordinance regarding board and commission participation and membership limits (5-0)
• Held ordinance regarding economic interests, campaign contributions, and lobbying
• Held discussion on the process to establish salary for elected officials

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to recommend approval of two resolutions: one accepting a $2 million state grant for renovations to Mutual Ground's family shelter, and another authorizing a vision insurance contract for city employees and retirees. The items require full council approval.

• Resolution to accept $2,000,000 DCEO grant and approve Participation Agreement with Mutual Ground for family shelter renovations
• Resolution to authorize EyeMed Vision Care and First American Administrators to administer vision insurance for active employees and retirees through December 31, 2026

The committee unanimously recommended approval of a resolution authorizing the city to accept a $2,000,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for renovations to the family shelter at the Mutual Ground campus. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting.

• Recommended approval of $2M DCEO grant for Mutual Ground family shelter renovations (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 26, 2026 Finance Committee meeting (5-0)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will consider two resolutions: one authorizing a non-exclusive license with Fox Valley Park District for a parking lot at 600 S. River St. for an initial ten-year term with renewal options, and another amending an engineering retainer and approving a $400,400 agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. for the Update Airport Layout Plan with Narrative Report project. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Resolution 26-0173: Non-exclusive license with Fox Valley Park District for parking lot at 600 S. River St., initial 10-year term with renewal options for up to three successive five-year terms
• Resolution 26-0181: Amendment to retainer agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. and approval of a not-to-exceed $400,400 Planning and Special Services Agreement for the Update Airport Layout Plan with Narrative Report (Airfield Geometry Study) Project ARR-5273
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2026 committee meeting (item 26-0171)

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee recommended approval for a 10-year parking lot license at 600 S. River St. and a $400,400 airport layout plan agreement. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 11, 2026 meeting.

• Recommended approval of license for parking lot at 600 S. River St. (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $400,400 agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. for Airport Layout Plan (4-0)
• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including contracts for fire gear, a police negotiator vehicle, pavement patching, and a water main replacement. Unfinished business features several ordinances regulating data centers, including performance standards and privacy protections. New business includes the sale of four city-owned properties. A public hearing will be held on prohibiting groundwater wells for potable water.

• Data center ordinances: add Chapter 50 (performance standards) and Chapter 51 (privacy protection), and amend definitions/conditional uses (26-0092, 26-0112, 26-0114, 26-0115)
• Contract with Gerardi Water & Sewer Co. for Star Ave Water Main Replacement in Ward 1 – $467,106 (26-0138)
• 2026 Citywide Pavement Patching for Water and Sewer Maintenance – $1,058,300 with Schroeder Asphalt Services (26-0137)
• Ordinance prohibiting installation of potable water supply wells (26-0154)
• Eminent domain acquisition of property on east side of North Farnsworth Avenue, north of Bilter Road (26-0155)

The City Council approved two data center ordinances creating performance standards and zoning rules after extensive debate. A proposal for continuous air quality monitoring was defeated 4-8, and a noise amendment lowering decibel limits passed 12-0. The zoning ordinance was approved 11-1 with the noise changes, while consent agenda items including $1.06M for pavement patching and a $467K water main replacement were also approved.

• Approved consent agenda (12-0) including $316K fire gear contract, $200K police negotiator vehicle, $1.06M pavement patching, $467K water main replacement, groundwater well ban, eminent domain acquisition, airport lease extension, $150K transportation program, and two subdivision reductions
• Approved ordinance adding Chapter 50 (Responsible Data Center) and Chapter 51 (Privacy Protection) (O26-021) (12-0)
• Defeated amendment to require continuous air quality monitoring for data centers (4-8)
• Passed amendment setting day/night noise limits at 56/46 dB for data centers (12-0)
• Defeated amendment to increase setback distance from 1500/1000 ft to 2640 ft (5-7)
• Defeated amendment requiring long-term health impact study near data centers (2-10)
• Approved data center zoning ordinance as amended (O26-022) (11-1, Baid nay)
• Allowed Alderman Saville to participate remotely by voice vote

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

This meeting of the Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee has been cancelled. No official action or discussion will occur. The agenda serves only as notice that a majority of the city council quorum may attend, but no council action will take place.

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider several contracts and resolutions, including a $1.85 million water main replacement project on Liberty, Catherine, Beckwith, and Solfisburg Avenues in Ward 7, and a $1.34 million sanitary sewer lining project. Other items include vehicle purchases, a 311 call center contract, and software renewal. The committee will also vote on approving prior meeting minutes.

• $1,849,640 water main replacement on Liberty, Catherine, Beckwith, and Solfisburg Aves (Ward 7)
• $1,344,479.50 for 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project
• $882,628.29 for additional and replacement vehicles & equipment
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Kane County for lead service replacement reimbursement for the water main project
• Up to $200,000 for lighting materials from Graybar Electric, EverLights, Inc., and Dominion Lighting

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended several contracts for approval, including water main replacements, sewer lining, and fleet equipment. All recommended items passed with unanimous 5-0 votes.

• Recommended $1,849,640.00 water main replacement for Liberty, Catherine, Beckwith, and Solfisburg streets (5-0)
• Recommended $1,344,479.50 contract with Insituform for 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Lining Project (5-0)
• Recommended $882,628.29 for additional and replacement city fleet vehicles and equipment (5-0)
• Recommended $379,690.00 contract with Structured Solutions, LLC for 2026 Manhole Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Recommended $238,100 contract with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly for water main flushing (5-0)
• Recommended $175,000 contract with Interiors for Business for 311 Call Center (5-0)
• Recommended up to $200,000 for lighting materials from Graybar Electric, EverLights, Inc., and Dominion Lighting (5-0)
• Recommended up to $101,455.20 DocuSign subscription renewal from Carahsoft Technology Corporation (5-0)

Civilian Review Board

The Civilian Review Board will review Aurora Police Department policies to provide written recommendations. The board will also discuss community data analysis and content for upcoming presentations and printed materials.

• Review of Aurora Police Department policies (25-0160)
• Community Data and Data Analysis (26-0177)
• Messaging Content for CRB Presentation and Printed Materials (26-0178)

The board approved the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. Members voted to close the discussion regarding Aurora Police Department Policy 401. The board also reviewed community data analysis and presentation materials for printed content.

• Approved February 19, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Closed discussion on Police Department Policy 401 (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Aurora Committee of the Whole will consider reports from five committees and new business. Committees recommended approval of a ban on new groundwater wells for potable water; contracts for fire department protective gear ($316,000) and a police negotiator vehicle ($200,000); a $1,058,300 pavement patching contract; and a $467,106 water main replacement. The Rules Committee forwarded several data center ordinances without recommendation. New business includes an eminent domain acquisition on Farnsworth Avenue, a short-term airport lease extension, and an emergency transportation contract up to $150,000.

• Ordinance prohibiting new potable water supply wells (26-0154) recommended 4-0
• $316,000 contract with Air One Equipment for fire department protective gear (25-0795)
• $200,000 contract with LDV for police crisis negotiator vehicle (26-0076)
• $1,058,300 contract with Schroeder Asphalt for 2026 citywide pavement patching (26-0137)
• Data center performance and privacy ordinances (26-0092, 26-0112, 26-0114) forwarded without recommendation

The Committee of the Whole did not take final action on any item. It placed four data center-related ordinances on unfinished business for the March 24 city council meeting after extensive discussion on setbacks, noise limits, and conditional uses. Multiple other items were forwarded to the consent agenda, including purchases for fire gear, a negotiator vehicle, road patching, and a water main replacement. Public comment focused on data centers.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2026 committee meeting (voice vote)
• Placed data center ordinances 26-0092, 26-0112, 26-0114, 26-0115 on unfinished business for March 24 council meeting
• Placed groundwater well prohibition ordinance (26-0154) on consent agenda
• Placed Fire Department protective gear contract with Air One Equipment ($316,000) on consent agenda
• Placed police negotiator vehicle contract with LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles ($200,000) on consent agenda
• Placed L3Harris system maintenance agreement ($284,189) on consent agenda
• Placed 2026 citywide pavement patching contract with Schroeder Asphalt ($1,058,300) on consent agenda
• Placed Star Ave Water Main Replacement contract with Gerardi Water & Sewer ($467,106) on consent agenda

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will review resolutions regarding the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program and the 2026 Ward 7 Scholarship Program. The agenda also includes discussion on establishing salaries for elected officials and several returned ordinances.

• Appointment of Dr. Brian W. Caputo to the Deferred Compensation Administration Committee
• Amendment to the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program
• 2026 Ward 7 Scholarship Program
• Ordinance regarding economic interests, campaign contributions, and lobbying
• Ordinances modifying definitions and standards for data center facilities and warehouses

The committee approved a Ward 8 residential grant amendment and a Ward 7 scholarship program. Two ordinances regarding data center facilities and warehouse performance standards were forwarded to the Committee of the Whole with no recommendation. One ordinance regarding economic interests and lobbying was held.

• Recommended approval of Dr. Brian W. Caputo to the Deferred Compensation Administration Committee (5-0)
• Approved amendment to the Ward 8 Residential Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Ward 7 Scholarship Program (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Forwarded data center facility ordinance (26-0112) with no recommendation to Committee of the Whole (5-0)
• Forwarded warehouse and performance standards ordinance (26-0114) with no recommendation to Committee of the Whole (5-0)
• Held ordinance 25-0779 regarding economic interests, lobbying, and City property

Finance Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Aurora Finance Committee has been cancelled. No official action or discussion was recorded for this date.

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will discuss ordinances regarding groundwater use and the acquisition of property on North Farnsworth Avenue. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning modifications for data centers, warehouses, and manufacturing districts.

• Ordinance prohibiting the use of groundwater as a potable water supply (26-0154)
• Acquisition of real property on the east side of North Farnsworth Avenue, north of Bilter Road, via eminent domain or otherwise (26-0155)
• Public hearing on modifying definitions and conditional uses for data center facilities (26-0112)
• Public hearing on performance standards for warehouses and manufacturing districts (26-0114)
• Proposed 'Aurora Responsible Data Center Ordinance' and 'Data Center Privacy Protection Ordinance' (26-0092)

The committee recommended approval of an ordinance prohibiting the installation or use of potable water supply wells. Several other ordinances regarding data centers, building codes, and property acquisition were discussed but not decided.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 26-0154 prohibiting groundwater use as a potable water supply (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 11, 2026 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on an ordinance amending the city code to require disclosure of economic interests, campaign contributions, and lobbying. Other items include establishing six new Special Service Areas for stormwater management, a $318,978 contract for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park, and a lease extension with the Fox Valley Music Foundation. The consent agenda also features several board appointments and an ordinance increasing the Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board membership.

• Ordinance amending code on economic interest disclosures, campaign contributions, and lobbying (25-0779)
• $318,978 contract with Ayre Productions for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park (26-0123)
• Six new Special Service Areas (225-232) for stormwater management at Prairie Meadows, Wheatland Crossing, Habitat Green Freedom, Cyrus One, Eola Preserve, and Abbey Meadows
• Lease extension with Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway (26-0050)
• Amendment to Ward 1 budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (26-0088)

The City Council approved multiple appointments to the Veteran's Advisory Council and other boards. It also established six new Special Service Areas for stormwater management and approved a $318,978 sound equipment contract for RiverEdge Park. A proposed ethics and campaign reform ordinance was returned to the RAP Committee after several failed motions.

• Approved appointments to Deferred Compensation Administration Committee (12-0)
• Approved five reappointments to Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council (12-0)
• Approved reappointment of Jose Jesus Cervantes to Veteran's Advisory Council (10-2)
• Approved $318,978 contract with Ayre Productions for RiverEdge Park sound equipment
• Established six Special Service Areas (225-228, 231, 232) for stormwater management
• Approved lease extension with Fox Valley Music Foundation for 19-21 Broadway
• Increased Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board membership from seven to nine
• Returned ethics and campaign reform ordinance (Exhibit B - Barreiro Amendment) to RAP Committee

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The committee will consider authorizing a one-year contract for protective gear and a negotiator vehicle, along with a discussion on parking and speed studies. No official city council action is scheduled.

• Resolution to authorize $316,000 contract for Fire Department protective gear
• Resolution to authorize $200,000 contract for APD Crisis Negotiator Team vehicle
• Discussion of parking and speed studies
• Approval of February 10, 2026 committee minutes
• Closed session scheduled

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee recommended approval of two contracts: a one-year $316,000 contract with Air One Equipment for fire department protective gear, and a $200,000 agreement with LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles for a police crisis negotiator vehicle. Both recommendations passed unanimously (5-0). The committee also discussed parking and speed studies but took no action. These are recommendations to the full City Council; no final action was taken at this committee meeting.

• Recommended approval of $316,000 fire department protective gear contract with Air One Equipment, including two optional one-year extensions (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 police crisis negotiator vehicle contract with LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the February 10, 2026 committee meeting (5-0)
• Discussed parking and speed studies; no action taken

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider three resolutions authorizing contracts: a $284,189 amendment to a system maintenance agreement with L3Harris, a $1,058,300 agreement with Schroeder Asphalt for citywide pavement patching for water and sewer maintenance, and a $467,106 contract award to Gerardi Water & Sewer Co. for the Star Ave Water Main Replacement Project in Ward 1. Also on the agenda is approval of the February 23, 2026 meeting minutes and public comment.

• Resolution to purchase services for Amendment 5 of System Maintenance Agreement with L3Harris, Melbourne, FL for $284,189.
• Resolution to enter into agreement with Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for $1,058,300 for 2026 Citywide Pavement Patching for Water and Sewer Maintenance.
• Resolution to award Star Ave Water Main Replacement Project (Ward 1) to Gerardi Water & Sewer Co. for $467,106.
• Approval of minutes from the February 23, 2026 committee meeting.
• Public comment period.

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended approval of three resolutions to the full City Council. These include a $284,189 amendment to the system maintenance agreement with L3Harris, a $1,058,300 contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services for 2026 citywide pavement patching, and a $467,106 contract with Gerardi Water & Sewer Co. for the Star Ave Water Main Replacement in Ward 1. All items passed 3-0, with two members absent.

• Recommended approval of $284,189 L3Harris system maintenance agreement amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,058,300 pavement patching contract with Schroeder Asphalt Services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $467,106 Star Ave Water Main Replacement contract with Gerardi Water & Sewer Co. (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2026 meeting (3-0)

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will vote on three ordinances: one adding new chapters for data center performance and privacy, another updating alcoholic liquor definitions and classifications, and a third amending the building code. The committee will also discuss the process for setting salaries for elected officials. Two related data center zoning items are held for public hearing after being introduced previously.

• 26-0092: Ordinance adding Chapter 50 (Responsible Data Center) and Chapter 51 (Data Center Privacy Protection) to city code
• 26-0098: Amendments to alcoholic liquor definitions and classifications (Chapter 6)
• 26-0115: Building code amendments modifying Section 12-17.1 (additions, insertions, deletions)
• 26-0124: Discussion of process to establish salary for elected officials
• Held items 26-0112 & 26-0114: Public hearings on data center conditional uses and performance standards in ORI, M-1, and M-2 districts

The committee voted 5-0 to recommend approval of an ordinance amending alcoholic liquor definitions and classifications. Two ordinances—one creating data center regulations and another updating building codes—were forwarded to the Committee of the Whole without recommendation. Two data center zoning ordinances and a discussion on elected official salaries were held without action.

• Approved minutes from February 17, 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of liquor ordinance amending Chapter 6 definitions and classifications (5-0)
• Forwarded data center ordinance (Chapter 50 & 51) with no recommendation (5-0)
• Forwarded building code amendment (Chapter 12) with no recommendation (5-0)
• Held discussion on process for establishing elected official salaries
• Held data center zoning ordinance (Chapter 49, public hearing) — no action
• Held warehouse and performance standards zoning ordinance (Chapter 49, public hearing) — no action
• Adjourned meeting at 4:49 p.m. (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several items forwarded from committees, including a $318,978 contract for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park, a lease extension with the Fox Valley Music Foundation, and an ordinance reserving 2026 volume cap for private activity bonds. Also up for discussion are a Ward 1 budget amendment and multiple board appointments.

• $318,978 contract with Ayre Productions for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park
• Ordinance reserving 2026 volume cap for private activity bonds
• Lease extension with Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway
• Ordinance amending Ward 1 budget for fiscal year 2026
• Ordinance expanding Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board from 7 to 9 members

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider an ordinance reserving 2026 volume cap for private activity bonds, a resolution authorizing a lease extension with the Fox Valley Music Foundation at 19-21 Broadway, and an ordinance amending the Ward 1 budget for Fiscal Year 2026. Two items are held from previous meetings. The committee may also enter closed session.

• Ordinance reserving 2026 volume cap for private activity bond issues
• Resolution authorizing extension of lease with Fox Valley Music Foundation at 19-21 Broadway (held item)
• Ordinance amending Ward 1 budget for Fiscal Year 2026 (held item)

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of an ordinance amending the Ward 1 budget for fiscal year 2026 with one abstention. They also recommended approving a resolution to extend a lease with the Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway, and an ordinance reserving 2026 volume cap for private activity bond issues. All recommendations advance to the full City Council.

• Approved minutes from February 12, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approving ordinance reserving 2026 volume cap for private activity bonds (5-0)
• Recommended approving resolution to extend lease with Fox Valley Music Foundation at 19-21 Broadway (5-0)
• Recommended approving ordinance amending Ward 1 budget for fiscal year 2026 (4-0, 1 abstention)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee on February 25, 2026, has been cancelled.

City Council

The Aurora City Council will consider approving the Lincoln Prairie subdivision phases 4A and 4B, a large residential development at Del Webb Boulevard and US Route 30. They also will vote on a $1.86 million contract for the Church Road water tank rehabilitation, two lawsuit settlements, and several other contracts and budget amendments.

• Lincoln Prairie subdivision: preliminary and final plats for Phases 4A and 4B at Del Webb Blvd and US Route 30
• $1,861,150 contract with Era-Valdivia Contractors for Church Road Elevated Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation
• $550,000 in year-two Affordable Housing Fund project recommendations
• Settlement agreements in Ivan Cuevas v. City of Aurora and Gutierrez v. City of Aurora
• $460,535 contract with Hoerr Construction for 2026 Sewer Televising

The City Council approved the preliminary and final plans and plats for Phases 4A and 4B of the Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb subdivision. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, grant programs, and budget amendments via a consent agenda.

• Approved preliminary plan and plats for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4A and 4B (11-0)
• Approved final plat for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4A (10-1)
• Approved final plat for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4B (10-1)
• Approved final plan for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4A and 4B (9-2)
• Approved $1.86M contract to Era-Valdivia Contractors for Church Road Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation
• Approved $550,000 in project recommendations from the Aurora Affordable Housing Fund
• Approved $863,000 for 2026 Quality of Life Grants (8-0)
• Approved $203,000 for 2026 Opioid Use Disorder Grants (10-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

This meeting has been cancelled. No official action will occur. The agenda serves only as notice that a majority of a quorum of the City Council may attend.

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider two resolutions: one authorizing a $318,978 contract with Ayre Productions for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park, and another authorizing a preventative maintenance agreement with GenServe LLC for lift station and emergency standby generators. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Resolution 26-0123: Contract with Ayre Productions for $318,978 for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park
• Resolution 26-0125: Agreement with GenServe LLC for preventative maintenance of lift station and emergency standby generators
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2026 meeting

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended approval for two contracts: one for sound equipment at RiverEdge Park and another for generator maintenance. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 9, 2026 meeting.

• Recommended approval of $318,978.00 contract with Ayre Productions for RiverEdge Park sound equipment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of agreement with GenServe LLC for lift station and facility emergency standby generator maintenance (5-0)
• Approved February 9, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Civilian Review Board

The Civilian Review Board will meet to approve minutes from January, hear public comment, and receive two informational presentations from Communications & Marketing and Community Engagement. No votes or substantive decisions are on the agenda beyond routine approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2026 meeting
• Communications & Marketing Presentation
• Community Engagement Presentation

The board approved the minutes from the January 15, 2026, meeting. Staff from Communications & Marketing and Community Affairs presented available resources for outreach and neighborhood partnerships.

• Approved January 15, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review minutes from the previous meeting and consider several resolutions, including budget amendments for specific wards, infrastructure contracts for water and sewer systems, and the approval of a new Chief Human Resources Officer.

• Approval of 2026 Ward budgets for Wards 4, 6, and 10
• Contract for water system leak detection services: $267,225
• Contract for Church Road elevated water storage tank rehabilitation: $1,861,150
• Contract for RiverEdge Park furnishings: $307,000
• Appointment of Michele Clark as Chief Human Resources Officer

This was a Committee of the Whole meeting, which does not take final votes. The committee reviewed and forwarded numerous resolutions and ordinances to either the consent agenda or unfinished business for future City Council action. No substantive decisions were made. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of February 3, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting (voice vote)
• Placed Lincoln Prairie subdivision preliminary/final plan resolutions (25-1047 through 25-1053) on unfinished business
• Placed intergovernmental agreement for electronic recycling (26-0061) on consent agenda
• Placed three ward budget amendments (26-0081, 26-0086, 26-0089) on consent agenda
• Placed multiple infrastructure contracts (e.g., Church Road water tank rehab, sewer televising, elevator maintenance) on consent agenda
• Held ordinance on disclosure of economic interests, campaign contributions, lobbying (25-0779) until March 3, 2026
• Placed 2026 Annual Action Plan and opioid grant resolutions (26-0065, 26-0066) on unfinished business
• Placed appointments of Michele Clark, Theodore Van De Sampel, Josue Alcaraz on consent agenda

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee is reviewing several ordinances to establish performance standards for data centers and update warehouse regulations. The body is also considering multiple appointments and reappointments to city advisory boards.

• Ordinances 26-0092 and 26-0115 establishing the 'Responsible Data Center Ordinance' regarding energy, water, and emissions
• Ordinance 26-0112 amending Zoning Ordinance Chapter 49 for data center facilities
• Ordinance 26-0114 updating the definition and regulations for warehouses
• Resolutions for appointments to the Veteran's Advisory Council, LGBTQ Advisory Board, and AANHPI Advisory Board
• Ordinance 26-0083 to increase Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board membership from seven to nine

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended the approval of multiple appointments to the Veteran's Advisory Council and the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Advisory Board. The committee also recommended increasing the Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board from seven to nine members. Four ordinances regarding data centers and warehouses were held.

• Recommended approval of Lee Catavu and Toby Gill to Deferred Compensation Administration Committee (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Pedro Rodriguez, Michael Zepeda, Oscar Ramirez Jr., and Curtis Wilson to Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council (5-0 each)
• Recommended approval of Jose Jesus Cervantes to Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Jenni Park to Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Advisory Board (5-0)
• Forwarded appointment of Mercedes Walls, Jamil Morales, Raymond Bronski and Kenan Cooper-Gilmore to LGBTQ Advisory Board with no recommendation (5-0)
• Recommended increasing Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board from seven to nine members (5-0)
• Held four ordinances regarding data centers and warehouse performance standards
• Filed Resolution 25-1015 regarding Veteran's Advisory Council reappointments

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider resolutions to amend ward budgets for Wards 1, 4, 6, and 10, and authorize an intergovernmental agreement with Will County for hosting electronic recycling events. A held item to extend a lease with the Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway is also on the agenda.

• Intergovernmental agreement with Will County to host electronic recycling events
• Ordinance amending Ward 6 budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Ordinance amending Ward 10 budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Ordinance amending Ward 1 budget for Fiscal Year 2026
• Resolution to extend lease with Fox Valley Music Foundation for 19-21 Broadway (held from previous meeting)

The Finance Committee recommended approval of budget amendments for Wards 4, 6, and 10, and a resolution authorizing an intergovernmental agreement with Will County for electronic recycling events. A Ward 1 budget amendment and a lease extension with the Fox Valley Music Foundation were held.

• Recommended approval of Ward 6 budget amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Ward 10 budget amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Ward 4 budget amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement with Will County for electronic recycling events (3-0)
• Held Ward 1 budget amendment (no action)
• Held lease extension with Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway (no action)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The committee will review several resolutions regarding the Lincoln Prairie subdivision. These items involve approving preliminary and final plats, as well as a final plan for one-family dwellings at the northeast corner of Del Webb Boulevard and US Route 30.

• Preliminary Plan and Plats for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4A and 4B
• Final Plat for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4A
• Final Plat for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4B
• Final Plan for One Family Dwelling (1110) Use at Del Webb Boulevard and US Route 30

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee recommended approval for four items related to the Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb subdivision, Phases 4A and 4B, located at the northeast corner of Del Webb Boulevard and US Route 30. The items included a preliminary plan and plats, final plats for each phase, and a final plan for single-family dwellings. All motions passed with 4 ayes. Several residents spoke against the items during public comment.

• Recommended approval of preliminary plan and plats for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4A & 4B (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4A (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final plat for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4B (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final plan for Lincoln Prairie Phase 4A & 4B (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including accepting a $360,000 PPE donation from Teinnovations, awarding a $664,500 HVAC contract for the Development Service Center, and authorizing a $135,380 environmental site investigation at 720 N. Broadway. Other items include a police vehicle rental agreement, veterinary services contracts, and a farmers market grant.

• Accept $360,000 PPE donation from Teinnovations for winter disease prevention
• Award $664,500 HVAC improvements contract to Artlip and Sons for Development Service Center
• Authorize $135,380 environmental site investigation at 720 N. Broadway with Fehr Graham
• Approve one-year vehicle rental agreement with EAN Services for Aurora Police Department
• Vacate parking easement at 580 and 560 Exchange Court

The Aurora City Council met on February 10, 2026, and approved the consent agenda in full, which included numerous resolutions and ordinances. No new business or unfinished business was discussed. The meeting adjourned after routine approvals.

• Approved one-year vehicle rental agreement with EAN Services for Aurora Police Department (12-0)
• Approved vacation of parking easement at 580 and 560 Exchange Court (12-0)
• Approved one-year veterinary services contract with Oswego Animal Hospital, Bristol Veterinary Clinic, and Radiant Veterinary (12-0)
• Approved $135,380 comprehensive site investigation at 720 N. Broadway with Fehr Graham (12-0)
• Approved $360,000 PPE donation from Teinnovations for disease prevention (12-0)
• Approved $664,500 HVAC improvements at Development Service Center with $33,225 contingency (12-0)
• Approved acceptance of Sensus water meter unit prices (12-0)
• Approved Link-Up Illinois double-value match grant for 2026 Aurora Farmers Market (12-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee will discuss several resolutions, including funding decisions for the 2026 Quality of Life Grants ($863,000) and project recommendations from the Affordable Housing Fund ($550,000). Other items include a $22,058 payment for EMT paramedic education, a partnership with DuPage County for health services, and $203,000 in Opioid Use Disorder grants. The committee may also approve the minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comment.

• Resolution to pay $22,058.29 to Waubonsee Community College for Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Education
• Memorandum of Understanding with DuPage County Department of Community Services for central access to health and human services for Aurora residents in DuPage County
• $203,000 in Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) grants for 2026
• $550,000 in project recommendations from Year Two of the Aurora Affordable Housing Fund
• $863,000 in 2026 Quality of Life Grants

The committee approved a payment of $22,058.29 to Waubonsee Community College for EMT education and authorized a partnership with the DuPage County Department of Community Services. Four other resolutions regarding the 2026 Action Plan, opioid grants, affordable housing, and quality of life grants were tabled due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved payment of $22,058.29 to Waubonsee Community College (5-0)
• Authorized partnership with DuPage County Department of Community Services (5-0)
• Tabled 2026 Annual Action Plan due to lack of quorum
• Tabled 2026 Opioid Use Disorder Grants due to lack of quorum
• Tabled Aurora Affordable Housing Fund projects due to lack of quorum
• Tabled 2026 Quality of Life Grants due to lack of quorum
• Adjourned meeting at 4:40 p.m. (5-0)

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider and recommend several resolutions to the City Council, including contracts for water tower rehabilitation, leak detection, sewer televising, and other services. Public comment is allowed for those physically present. No final council action occurs at this committee meeting.

• $1,861,150 Church Road Elevated Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation contract with Era-Valdivia Contractors
• $267,225 three-year contract with M.E. Simpson Company for water system leak detection
• $263,000 two-year contract with Fehr Graham & Associates for NPDES compliance and environmental sampling
• $242,000 annual manhole inspection contract with Fehr Graham and Associates, with option to extend
• $460,535 2026 Sewer Televising contract with Hoerr Construction

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee recommended several public works contracts for approval, including water system maintenance, sewer televising, and facility upgrades. The largest recommended expenditure is for the rehabilitation of the Church Road Elevated Water Storage Tank.

• Recommended approval of $1,861,150 contract to Era-Valdivia Contractors, Inc. for Church Road Elevated Water Storage Tank Rehabilitation (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $460,535 contract with Hoerr Construction, Inc for 2026 Sewer Televising (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $307,000 contract with Interiors for Business for RiverEdge Park furnishings (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $267,225 three-year contract with M.E. Simpson Company, Inc. for water leak detection (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $263,000 two-year contract with Fehr Graham & Associates, LLC for NPDES compliance (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $242,000 contract with Fehr Graham and Associates, LLC for 2026 Annual Manhole Inspections (4-0)
• Recommended approval of contract with Thomas Engineering Group, LLC not to exceed $168,890 for Orchard Road sound wall design (4-0)
• Recommended approval of unit prices from Utility Dynamics Corporation for 2026 Electrical Services (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review recommendations from five committees on items including a $664,500 HVAC contract for the Development Service Center, acceptance of a $360,000 PPE donation from Teinnovations, and a $135,380 site investigation at 720 N. Broadway. Most items received unanimous committee approval and will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Ordinance vacating a parking easement at 580 and 560 Exchange Court.
• Resolution approving the final plat for Loaves & Fishes Subdivision and Washington Middle School Subdivision.
• Acceptance of $360,000 worth of PPE from Teinnovations for disease prevention.
• Award of $664,500 contract to Artlip and Sons for HVAC improvements at the Development Service Center.
• Authorization of $135,380 site investigation at 720 N. Broadway for IEPA compliance.

The Committee of the Whole voted to return two appointment resolutions to the Rules, Administration and Procedures Committee. The veteran's advisory council appointments (item 25-1015) must be presented as separate resolutions, and the sustainable advisory board appointments (item 25-1050) were also returned for more review. The committee also approved the January 20, 2026 minutes and later adjourned to closed session for litigation discussion.

• Returned veteran's advisory council appointments to Rules Committee for separate resolutions (voice vote)
• Returned sustainable advisory board appointments to Rules Committee for further review (voice vote)
• Approved January 20, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss litigation (11-0)

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will discuss the Civilian Review Board at its February 3 meeting. No official action by the City Council will occur; the committee only discusses items. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a closed session.

• Item 26-0073: Discussion on the Civilian Review Board

The committee approved the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting. Members held a discussion regarding the Civilian Review Board, but no official action was taken on the topic.

• Approved minutes from January 20, 2026 meeting (4-0)
• Filed discussion on Civilian Review Board

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially recommend approval of several resolutions, including a $360,000 PPE donation, a lease extension for a music foundation, and a grant for the farmers market. Items also include an MOU for use of Mundy Park and approval of prior meeting minutes. No official City Council action occurs at this committee meeting.

• Resolution accepting $360,000 worth of personal protective equipment from Teinnovations for disease prevention
• Resolution extending lease with Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway
• Resolution authorizing MOU with Fox Valley Music Foundation for use of Mundy Park in 2026
• Resolution accepting Link-Up Illinois double-value match grant for the 2026 Aurora Farmers Market

The Finance Committee recommended approval of three items and held one item for further discussion. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The committee approved accepting $360,000 in personal protective equipment from Teinnovations, authorized a memorandum of understanding for the Fox Valley Music Foundation's use of Mundy Park for 2026, and approved a Link-Up Illinois double-value match grant for the Aurora Farmers Market. The lease extension with the Fox Valley Music Foundation for property at 19-21 Broadway was held without discussion.

• Held lease extension with Fox Valley Music Foundation for 19-21 Broadway (5-0)
• Recommended approval of MOU with Fox Valley Music Foundation for Mundy Park use (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $360,000 PPE donation from Teinnovations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Link-Up Illinois double-value match grant for Farmers Market (5-0)

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will review multiple items related to the Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Subdivision, including preliminary and final plats for phases 4A and 4B, and a final plan for one-family dwellings. Other items include vacating a parking easement at 580 and 560 Exchange Court, revising the final plat for Meridian Seven Subdivision, and approving the final plat for Washington Middle School Subdivision. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 14 meeting.

• Resolution approving preliminary plan and plats for Lincoln Prairie Subdivision Phase 4A & 4B at Del Webb Blvd and US Route 30
• Resolutions approving final plats for Lincoln Prairie Subdivision Phase 4A and Phase 4B
• Resolution approving final plan for Lincoln Prairie Subdivision Phase 4A & 4B for one-family dwelling use
• Ordinance vacating a parking easement at 580 and 560 Exchange Court
• Resolution revising final plat for Meridian Seven Subdivision and establishing Loaves & Fishes Subdivision at 580 and 560 Exchange Court

The committee held multiple resolutions regarding the Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb subdivision. A final plat for Washington Middle School was forwarded to the Committee of the Whole, and a parking easement vacation was recommended for approval.

• Forwarded Washington Middle School Subdivision final plat to Committee of the Whole (4-0)
• Recommended approval for vacating a parking easement at 580 and 560 Exchange Court (4-0)
• Forwarded Meridian Seven Subdivision revision to Committee of the Whole (4-0)
• Held resolution for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4A preliminary plan and plats (4-0)
• Held resolution for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4A final plat (4-0)
• Held resolution for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4B final plat (4-0)
• Held resolution for Lincoln Prairie by Del Webb Phase 4A and 4B final plan (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and grant acceptances. Key items include a transmission repair project in Ward 1 and a conditional use permit for an emergency warming shelter.

• Award of 36” Southeast Transmission Repair project to Vortex Infrastructure Services, Inc. for $558,470.00
• Conditional Use Permit for an emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street
• Rezoning of 462 Jackson Street from R-4 Two Family Dwelling to R-3 One Family Dwelling
• Software license renewal for Dispatch and Records Management Systems for $437,612.40
• Phase 1 Engineering Agreement for Commons Drive Resurfacing and Fox Valley Mall Signal Modernization for $376,398.00

The council unanimously approved a $558,470 contract with Vortex Infrastructure Services for a water transmission repair project in Ward 1. In a split vote (10-2, with two abstentions), it authorized a settlement agreement in City of Aurora v. BS Iron, Inc. The consent agenda was approved en bloc, including a conditional use permit for an emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street and a rezoning at 462 Jackson Street.

• Approved $558,470 water transmission repair contract with Vortex Infrastructure Services (12-0)
• Authorized settlement agreement in City of Aurora v. BS Iron, Inc. (10-2, 2 abstentions)
• Authorized workers' compensation settlement agreement (12-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street (consent agenda)
• Approved rezoning of 462 Jackson Street from R-4 to R-3 (consent agenda)
• Approved establishment of Class B liquor license maximum for Amayas Corp at 749 N Lake St (consent agenda)
• Accepted $24,000 organized retail crime grant from Illinois Attorney General (consent agenda)
• Approved $42,829 engineering supplement for Indian Trail signal modernization (consent agenda)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The committee will consider a resolution awarding a one-year contract for veterinary services to three clinics, with optional renewals. They will also approve minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting. A held item for a police department vehicle rental agreement is on the agenda but not currently up for decision.

• Resolution 25-1046: one-year veterinary services contract for Aurora Animal Care & Control with Oswego Animal Hospital, Bristol Veterinary Clinic, and Radiant Veterinary, with up to two one-year renewal options
• Approval of minutes from the January 13, 2026 committee meeting
• Held item 25-0968: vehicle rental agreement with EAN Services (Enterprise Leasing) for Aurora Police Department, with two one-year extension options

The committee approved a one-year contract for veterinary services at Aurora Animal Care & Control and a vehicle rental agreement for the Aurora Police Department. Both items passed with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved veterinary services contract (5-0)
• Approved police vehicle rental agreement (5-0)
• Accepted January 13, 2026 committee minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:31 p.m. (5-0)

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will consider several resolutions regarding city maintenance and equipment. Items include site investigation reports, water transmission repairs, and HVAC improvements.

• $135,380 for a site investigation at 720 N. Broadway
• $558,470.00 for the 36” Southeast Transmission Repair project in Ward 1
• $664,500.00 for HVAC improvements at the Development Service Center
• Adoption of unit prices for Sensus water meters

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee approved five resolutions authorizing contracts for site investigation, transmission repair, HVAC improvements, and water meter unit prices. All motions carried with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved $135,380 site investigation at 720 N. Broadway (5-0)
• Approved $558,470 transmission repair project (5-0)
• Approved $664,500 HVAC improvements at Development Service Center (5-0)
• Approved unit prices for Sensus water meters (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from January 12, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:25 PM (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss committee recommendations from four subcommittees, including a conditional use permit for an emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street and a rezoning at 462 Jackson Street. The agenda also covers grant acceptances, engineering contracts, a liquor license establishment, and a PACE program ordinance. No official action will be taken at this meeting; it serves as discussion before future City Council votes.

• Conditional use permit for an emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street (recommended approval 4-0)
• Rezoning of 462 Jackson Street from R-4 Two Family Dwelling to R-3 One Family Dwelling (recommended approval 4-0)
• Acceptance of $24,000 grant from IL Attorney General's Office for Organized Retail Crime Grant Program
• Acceptance of $17,736 grant from IDOT for State & Community Highway Safety Program
• Approval of $437,612.40 software license renewal for Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management Systems

The Committee of the Whole met and reviewed multiple items from various committees. All items except one (25-0779 on disclosure of interests) were placed on the consent agenda for full council consideration. One item (25-1027) was placed on unfinished business. The committee entered closed session to discuss collective bargaining and pending litigation. No final votes on ordinances or resolutions were taken.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2026 meeting (voice vote)
• Placed conditional use permit for emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River St. on consent agenda
• Placed rezoning of 462 Jackson St. from R-4 to R-3 on consent agenda
• Placed approval of final plan for 2355 Mitchell Road warehouse on consent agenda
• Placed acceptance of $24,000 retail crime grant and $17,736 safety grant on consent agenda
• Placed PACE program ordinance and Art Commission appointments on consent agenda
• Held ordinance (25-0779) on disclosure of interests and campaign contributions
• Entered closed session for collective bargaining and pending litigation (12-0)

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will consider resolutions for reappointments to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council and appointments to the Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board, a revised Aldermen's Office Policies document, and a held item for appointments to the Civilian Review Board. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Reappointment of Pedro Rodriguez, Michael Zepeda, Oscar Ramirez Jr., Curtis Wilson, and Jose Jesus Cervantes to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council
• Appointment of Marissa Martinez, Heather Shipman, and Raymond Wronkieicz, and reappointment of Lisa McClellan and Rahman Khan Vena Mohamed to the Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board
• Revised Aldermen's Office Policies (item 26-0039)
• Held item: Resolution authorizing appointment of Ella Fahlstrom and Ruben Morales to the Civilian Review Board

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended the reappointment of five members to the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council and the appointment/reappointment of five members to the Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board. A resolution regarding Civilian Review Board appointments was tabled.

• Recommended approval of five reappointments to Aurora Veteran's Advisory Council (5-0)
• Recommended approval of appointments and reappointments to Mayor's Sustainable Aurora Advisory Board (3-2)
• Approved minutes from January 6, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled resolution for Civilian Review Board appointments
• Filed revised Aldermen's Office Policies after discussion

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several resolutions regarding city spending and grant acceptances. Items include funding for signal modernization on Indian Trail and public safety equipment purchases.

• Purchase of updated public safety radio console computers from L3Harris
• $42,829.00 for Indian Trail (Ohio to Pennsbury) Signal Modernization Project
• License agreement with College of DuPage and 548 Foundation for 649 S. River Street
• 2026 Ward Neighborhood Clean-Up and Shred Events in all Wards
• $24,000.00 grant from Illinois Attorney General's Office for Organized Retail Crime

The Aurora Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of five resolutions: a Phase 2 design engineering supplement for the Indian Trail signal modernization ($42,829), a license agreement with College of DuPage and 548 Foundation for space at 649 S. River Street, 2026 Ward Neighborhood Clean-Up and Shred Events, a $24,000 organized retail crime grant, and a $17,736 highway safety grant. A duplicate item for public safety radio computers was noted as already approved. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved minutes of December 11, 2025 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Phase 2 design engineering supplement with Kimley-Horn for Indian Trail signal modernization, $42,829 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of license agreement with College of DuPage and 548 Foundation for 649 S. River Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2026 Ward Neighborhood Clean-Up and Shred Events (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $24,000 grant from Illinois Attorney General's Organized Retail Crime Grant Program (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $17,736 grant from FY26 IDOT Highway Safety Program (5-0)

Civilian Review Board

The Civilian Review Board will discuss recommendations for Aurora Police Department policies. The board will also consider programming ideas for 2026.

• Review of Aurora Police Department policies to provide written recommendations
• Discussion of 2026 CRB Programming Ideas
• Approval of November 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved a set of priorities for the first quarter of 2026 to increase its community presence. These actions include conducting community assessments, attending ward and neighborhood meetings, and partnering with social services groups. A review of Aurora Police Department policies was postponed.

• Approved November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Q1 priorities for community assessments, neighborhood meetings, and social services partnerships (5-0)
• Postponed review of Aurora Police Department policies

Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee will discuss and vote on a conditional use permit for an emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street, a zoning change at 462 Jackson Street, and a final plan for a warehouse and office at 2355 Mitchell Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a possible closed session.

• Conditional use permit for emergency warming shelter (social service use) at 712 S. River Street
• Rezoning of 462 Jackson Street from R-4 Two Family Dwelling to R-3 One Family Dwelling
• Final plan approval for a warehouse, distribution, and storage facility and office on Lot 3 of Mitchell Road Industrial Park, 2355 Mitchell Road

The Building, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for an emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street and a rezoning of 462 Jackson Street from R-4 to R-3. It also forwarded a final plan for a warehouse and office at 2355 Mitchell Road to the Committee of the Whole. The meeting lasted 26 minutes with all votes 4-0.

• Approved minutes from December 10, 2025 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for emergency warming shelter at 712 S. River Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 462 Jackson Street from R-4 Two Family Dwelling to R-3 One Family Dwelling (4-0)
• Forwarded final plan for warehouse/office at 2355 Mitchell Road to Committee of the Whole (Final/Appealable) (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on appointments to several advisory boards, an ordinance amending fees for tattoo and body piercing establishments, and the appointment of a new Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance. Unfinished business includes a resolution authorizing an $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora for operational support. New business features a resolution to divest and sell city-owned properties at 930 and 932 West New York Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of the bill summary and large bill list.

• Reappointment of Zayra Chavez and Rafael Martinez to the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board
• Reappointment of Zachary Bishop and Frederick Yanos to the Aurora LGBTQ Advisory Board
• Appointment of Ella Fahlstrom to the African American Heritage Advisory Board
• Ordinance amending Section 25-267 regarding applications and fees for tattoo and body piercing establishments
• Resolution authorizing $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora for operational support

The council approved an $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora for operational support, with two aldermen voting no and one abstaining. Council also authorized the sale of two city-owned properties at 930 and 932 West New York Ave. The consent agenda was passed, including an ordinance updating fees for tattoo and piercing establishments and approval of Lukasz Tatara as Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance. Reappointments to the Hispanic Heritage and LGBTQ advisory boards were confirmed, and a new member was appointed to the African American Heritage Advisory Board.

• Approved $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora for operational support (9-2-1)
• Authorized sale of 930 and 932 West New York Ave (12-0)
• Reappointed Zayra Chavez and Rafael Martinez to Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board (12-0)
• Reappointed Zachary Bishop and Frederick Yanos to Aurora LGBTQ Advisory Board (12-0)
• Appointed Ella Fahlstrom to African American Heritage Advisory Board (12-0)
• Approved ordinance amending fees for tattoo and body piercing establishments (consent agenda)
• Approved appointment of Lukasz Tatara as Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance (consent agenda)
• Approved bill summary and large bill list (11-0)

Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee

The Public Health, Safety, and Transportation Committee will vote on resolutions to set a maximum number of Class B liquor licenses (linked to an application at 749 N Lake St) and to approve an intergovernmental agreement with the Kendall County Cooperative Police Assistance Team. A bid for a three-year police vehicle rental from Enterprise Leasing is listed as held. The committee will also discuss traffic/parking studies and street signage.

• Resolution to establish maximum number of Class B: Onsite Consumption liquor licenses (application from Amayas Corporation, 749 N Lake St, Ward 6)
• Resolution to approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Kendall County Cooperative Police Assistance Team (KCPAT)
• Held: Resolution to accept bid from Enterprise Leasing of Chicago for three-year police vehicle rental
• Discussion on traffic/parking studies and street signage

The committee recommended approval of a resolution establishing a maximum number of Class B on-site consumption liquor licenses, tied to an application from Amayas Corporation at 749 N Lake St. It also recommended approval of an intergovernmental agreement with the Kendall County Cooperative Police Assistance Team. A vehicle rental agreement for the police department was held with no action, and a discussion on traffic/parking studies was filed.

• Recommended resolution to set Class B liquor license cap for Amayas Corp at 749 N Lake St (5-0)
• Recommended intergovernmental agreement with Kendall County Cooperative Police Assistance Team (KCPAT) (5-0)
• Held resolution for vehicle rental agreement with EAN Services/Enterprise (no vote)
• Filed discussion on traffic/parking studies and street signage (no action)

Infrastructure and Technology Committee

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee will review resolutions for software licensing and engineering services. The body is also discussing a reimbursement agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation for a sewer project.

• One-year software license renewal for Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management Systems from Intergraph Corporation for $437,612.40
• Phase 1 Preliminary Engineering Agreement with Stanley Consultants, Inc. for the Commons Drive Resurfacing and Fox Valley Mall Signal Modernization Project not to exceed $376,398.00
• Appropriation of $380,000.00 for the Commons Drive Resurfacing and Fox Valley Mall Signal Modernization Project
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Illinois Department of Transportation for partial reimbursement of the S. Broadway Ave Sewer Separation - Hazel Ave to North Ave project

The Infrastructure and Technology Committee approved resolutions for software license renewal, engineering agreements for road and signal projects, and an intergovernmental agreement for sewer separation reimbursement. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approved $437,612.40 software license renewal (5-0)
• Approved $376,398 engineering agreement for Commons Drive and Fox Valley Mall (5-0)
• Approved $380,000 appropriation for Commons Drive Resurfacing and Fox Valley Mall Signal Modernization (5-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for partial sewer separation reimbursement (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 8, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:12pm (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora for operational support and a resolution to appoint a new Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance. Several committee meetings from December were cancelled, and reappointments to advisory boards are recommended. A held ordinance on economic interests and lobbying may also be considered.

• Resolution for $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora for operational support
• Appointment of Lukasz Tatara as Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance
• Ordinance amending fees for tattoo and body piercing establishments (approved 5-0)
• Reappointments to Aurora Hispanic Heritage and LGBTQ Advisory Boards
• Held ordinance on disclosure of economic interests, lobbying, and use of city property/seal

The Committee of the Whole met January 6, 2026, but took no final binding action on any item. Discussion included a mid-term update on the Data Center and Warehouse Moratorium, and an $80,000 advance to OnLight Aurora was placed on unfinished business. Several appointments and an ordinance amendment were placed on the consent agenda or held for later consideration.

• No final votes taken; all substantive items were either placed on consent agenda, held, or set as unfinished business
• Data Center and Warehouse Moratorium Mid-Term Update presented for discussion only
• Resolution to advance $80,000 to OnLight Aurora placed on unfinished business
• Tattoo/body piercing fee ordinance amendment placed on consent agenda
• Reappointments to Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, LGBTQ Advisory Board, and appointment to African American Heritage Advisory Board placed on consent agenda
• Ordinance on economic interests and lobbying held for later consideration
• Appointment of Lukasz Tatara as Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance placed on consent agenda

Rules, Administration, and Procedure

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee will discuss an ordinance to establish a Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. The body will also consider resolutions for appointments to the Public Art Commission and the Civilian Review Board.

• Ordinance 25-0947: Creating a PACE area and establishing the Illinois Finance Authority Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program
• Resolution 26-0001: Reappointment of Ginger Ingram and appointment of Javi Terrazas, Jahari Thompson, and Bryan Joseph to the Aurora Public Art Commission
• Resolution 26-0002: Appointment of Ella Fahlstrom and Ruben Morales to the Civilian Review Board

The Rules, Administration, and Procedure Committee recommended approval of an ordinance creating a PACE program (4-0) and a resolution reappointing Ginger Ingram and appointing Javi Terrazas, Jahari Thompson, and Bryan Joseph to the Aurora Public Art Commission (4-0). A resolution to appoint Ella Fahlstrom and Ruben Morales to the Civilian Review Board was held after a series of failed motions— a motion to recommend failed for lack of a second, a motion to hold failed 2-2, and a motion to forward without recommendation also failed 2-2. The meeting also approved previous minutes and adjourned at 4:08 p.m.

• Recommended approval of PACE program ordinance (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Public Art Commission appointments (4-0)
• Motion to approve Civilian Review Board appointments failed (no second)
• Motion to hold Civilian Review Board appointments failed (2-2)
• Motion to forward Civilian Review Board item without recommendation failed (2-2)
• Civilian Review Board appointments held (no action taken)