Naperville public meetings in 2023
139 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Emergency Telephone System Board
The board will review the allocation of State of Illinois funds to the City of Naperville. Members will also consider E911 surcharge payments, budget transfers, and various expenditures for Naperville and Aurora.
- Allocation of State of Illinois special distribution funds to Naperville
- Review of E911 surcharge payments from September 1 to November 30, 2023
- Naperville expenditure reimbursements for September 1 to November 30, 2023
- Budget transfer from the E911 Fund to the City of Naperville
- Aurora expenditure reimbursements and fund withdrawals
The Emergency Telephone System Board approved several reimbursement expenditures and fund transfers for the cities of Naperville and Aurora. The board also approved the allocation of a special distribution check from the State of Illinois and set the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Approved allocation of special distribution funds from the State of Illinois (Unanimous)
- Approved September 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Naperville reimbursement expenditures of $766,125.23 (Unanimous)
- Approved budget transfer from E911 Fund to City of Naperville of $788,972.88 (Unanimous)
- Approved Aurora reimbursement expenditures of $1,531,056.63 (Unanimous)
- Approved withdrawal from E911 Fund to City of Aurora of $635,151.51 (Unanimous)
- Approved 2024 ETSB meeting schedule (Unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review several major infrastructure contracts and zoning requests. This includes awards for downtown streetscape construction and roadway widening. The council will also review a conditional use request for a car wash on West Ogden Avenue.
- $8,385,213.96 award for 2024 Downtown Streetscape Construction Project
- $4,583,525.22 award for Columbia Street Roadway Widening
- Conditional use and variance request for Wolf Car Wash at 1492 W Ogden Avenue
- $337,046 budget amendment for the Renewable Energy Grant Program
- $895,745 award for fire alarm monitoring services
The City Council approved several major infrastructure contracts, including downtown streetscape and roadway widening projects. The Council also passed ordinances for a new car wash on W Ogden Avenue and eliminated the 30-minute time limit for Public Forum comments.
- Approved 2024 Downtown Streetscape Construction Project to Copenhaver Construction, Inc. for up to $8,385,213.96 plus 3% contingency (8-0)
- Approved Columbia Street Roadway Widening to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for up to $4,583,525.22 plus 3% contingency (8-0)
- Approved Microsoft Enterprise Agreement to Dell Marketing, LP for up to $2,184,984.59 (8-0)
- Approved Job Order Contracting Services extension to Robe, Inc. for up to $2,000,000 (8-0)
- Passed ordinance for car wash and variance at 1492 W Ogden Avenue (Wolf Car Wash)
- Eliminated the 30-minute time limit for Public Forum (RES 23-35, ORD 23-175)
- Approved $337,046 budget amendment for Renewable Energy Grant Program (ORD 23-172)
- Approved $54,923,979.89 in cash disbursements for November 2023
🗳️ How they voted (52 roll-call votes)
Naper Settlement Museum Board
The board will review financial reports and the 2024 budget. Discussion items include marketing updates, attendance demographics, and an upcoming exhibit.
- Update on the 2024 budget
- Approval of 2024 NSMB meeting dates
- Approval of September 22, 2023 board meeting minutes
- Review of October 2023 financial reports
- Update on Santas Around the World exhibit
The board approved the 2024 meeting schedule and financial reports through October 2023. Members received updates on the 2024 budget, recent event revenues, and marketing partnerships. The board also welcomed a new member and a student representative.
- Approved 2024 NSMB meeting dates (5-0)
- Approved September 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved financial reports as of October 2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Commission
The Commission will receive updates on the Riverwalk Master Plan and design progress for the Eagle Street and South Gateways. The meeting also includes a new business item regarding the Prairie Nature Garden and several committee reports.
- Riverwalk Master Plan update
- Eagle Street Gateway Design update
- South Gateway Preliminary Design update
- Prairie Nature Garden discussion
- Park District monthly report
The commission reviewed updates on the Riverwalk 2031 Master Plan and several gateway design projects. Members discussed public concerns regarding tree removals and the funding of a new Prairie Nature Garden.
- Approved November 8, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion carried; 3 abstentions)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will consider the hiring of multiple lateral police officer candidates. The meeting also includes reviewing minutes from November 28, 2023, and a request to destroy specific closed session minutes from May 10, 2022.
- Approval of lateral police officer candidates #2, #3, #5, and #9
- Decision on continuing the process for candidate #10
- Destruction of May 10, 2022, closed session minutes
- Approval of November 28, 2023, meeting minutes
The Board approved the hiring of four lateral police officer candidates and removed one candidate from the process. The Board also approved the destruction of closed session minutes from May 10, 2022.
- Approved hire of police officer lateral candidate #2 (5-0)
- Approved hire of police officer lateral candidate #3 (5-0)
- Approved hire of police officer lateral candidate #5 (5-0)
- Approved hire of police officer lateral candidate #9 (5-0)
- Removed police officer lateral candidate #10 from the process (5-0)
- Approved destroying executive summary closed session minutes from May 10, 2022 (5-0)
- Approved open and closed session minutes from November 28, 2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Transportation Advisory Board
The board will review staff evaluations regarding Gartner Road and updates on commuter parking. Members will also consider proposals for new 'No Parking' zones and modified parking restrictions in the Park Addition neighborhood.
- Evaluation of traffic calming measures on Gartner Road between Washington Street and Charles Avenue
- Ordinance to establish a 'No Parking' zone near Porter Avenue on Loomis Street
- Modification of parking restrictions in the Park Addition neighborhood
- Fall 2023 commuter parking update
- Approval of the 2024 meeting schedule
SECA Commission
The SECA Commission will review the previous meeting minutes and establish its 2024 meeting schedule. The commission is also working to reach a consensus on recommendations for the CY24 SECA Grant Fund allocations.
- Approval of November 18, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of the 2024 meeting schedule
- Recommendation of CY24 SECA Grant Fund allocations
The SECA Commission approved its 2024 meeting schedule and finalized recommendations for the 2024 SECA Grant Fund. The Commission agreed to use the average of all commissioner recommendations, rounding up individual allocations to the nearest $100. This left a remaining balance of $4,432, which the Commission voted to allocate to City Services for Pride Fest. These recommendations are now forwarded to the City Council for final review and approval.
- Approved November 18, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0, 1 absent)
- Approved 2024 SECA Commission meeting schedule (9-0, 1 absent)
- Approved CY24 grant allocation method: average of recommendations rounded to nearest $100 (9-0, 1 absent)
- Allocated remaining $4,432 to City Services for Pride Fest (9-0, 1 absent)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:42 p.m. (9-0, 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding property matters at 1492 W Ogden Avenue and 730 E Benton Avenue. The commission will also review the minutes from the November 15, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for 1492 W Ogden Avenue (Wolf’s Car Wash)
- Public hearing for a variance at 730 E Benton Avenue to allow a garage addition and accessory structure setback encroachment
- Approval of the November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a subdivision and conditional use for a car wash on W Ogden Avenue. The commission also granted variances for a garage addition and accessory structure at 730 E Benton Avenue.
- Approved PZC 23-1-082 for 1492 W Ogden Avenue to subdivide into two lots, allow a car wash in B3 zoning, and grant a bypass lane variance (6-0)
- Approved PZC 23-1-095 for 730 E Benton Avenue to allow a garage addition and accessory structure to encroach into the corner side yard setback (6-0)
- Approved minutes of the November 15, 2023 meeting
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review the South Gateway preliminary design and discuss matters related to the Park District. The meeting also includes a request to approve minutes from the October 31, 2023, meeting.
- South Gateway Preliminary Design
- Park District discussion
- Approval of October 31, 2023, meeting minutes
The committee approved the minutes from the October 31, 2023 meeting. Staff reported on maintenance tasks, including removing overgrown shrubs near the Visitors Center and repairing deteriorated fencing at the Grand Pavilion. The group reviewed updated preliminary plans for the South Gateway project, discussing path alignment, materials, and signage branding. No new business was discussed.
- Approved October 31, 2023 meeting minutes (motion carried; Cuff, Novack, Shields, Sullivan abstained)
- Reviewed updated South Gateway preliminary design plans
- Agreed to remove deteriorated split rail fencing at Grand Pavilion parking lot
- Agreed to schedule fountain lettering touch-up for next year
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
City Council
The City Council will consider a $63.3 million property tax levy and several special service area assessments. The agenda also includes multiple contract awards for software, supplies, and electrical work, as well as zoning items for Block 59 and Tommy’s Express Car Wash.
- Property tax levy of $63,387,483
- Award of $6,000,000 to Meade Electric Company Inc. for underground distribution
- Award of $1,797,246.50 to Meade Electric Company Inc. for civil and duct work
- Award of $475,000 to Amazon for office and operating supplies
- Tax levy of $1,252,829 for Special Service Area No. 33 (Downtown Maintenance)
The City Council approved a total property tax levy of $63,387,483 for 2024, with a subsequent abatement of $6,405,007. The Council also authorized several multi-million dollar utility and software contracts and approved a PUD change for a car wash on S Route 59.
- Approved 2024 property tax levy of $63,387,483 (9-0)
- Approved property tax levy abatement of $6,405,007 (9-0)
- Approved $6M underground distribution contract to Meade Electric Company Inc. (9-0)
- Approved $1.8M civil and duct work contract to Meade Electric Company Inc. (9-0)
- Approved $2.8M ERP software extension to Tyler Technologies (8-1)
- Approved PUD change and preliminary plat for Tommy’s Express Car Wash at 1440 S Route 59 (9-0)
- Approved extending speaker sign-up deadline to 6:30 p.m. (7-2)
- Adopted reorganization of Sister Cities Commission to maintain Commission status with quarterly meetings (7-2)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Fire and Police
The Naperville Board of Fire and Police will consider approving multiple police officer candidates for hire. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from the November 14, 2023 meeting and discussing the destruction of a 2022 closed session recording.
- Approval of police officer original appointment candidate #4
- Approval of police officer lateral candidate #4
- Continuing recruitment for police officer lateral candidate #10
- Review and approval to destroy a recording of the April 26, 2022 closed session minutes
The Board approved the hiring of one original appointment candidate and one lateral candidate for the police department. Members also approved the destruction of a 2022 closed session recording. The board reviewed departmental reports regarding recent police incidents and fire department activities.
- Approved hire of police officer original appointment candidate #4 (4-0)
- Approved hire of police officer lateral candidate #4 (4-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #10 (4-0)
- Approved destroying recording of April 26, 2022 closed session minutes (4-0)
- Approved open and closed session minutes from November 14, 2023 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the 2024 Annual Budget in the amount of $613,742,548. The agenda also includes public hearings for property tax levy increases in Special Service Areas 30 and 34. Additionally, officials will review annexation and rezoning requests for the Mill and Bauer Townhomes.
- Adoption of the $613,742,548 2024 Annual Budget
- Annexation and rezoning of Mill and Bauer Townhomes at 27W280 Bauer Road
- Public hearings for property tax levy increases in SSA No. 30 and SSA No. 34
- Contract award for tree trimming services up to $200,000
- Ordinance to increase the cap on downtown late-night liquor permits from 24 to 25
The City Council approved the 2024 Annual Budget and authorized the annexation and rezoning of a property at 27W280 Bauer Road for ten townhomes. Several municipal code amendments were passed, including an increase in the cap for downtown late-night liquor permits.
- Adopted 2024 Annual Budget of $613,742,548 (9-0)
- Approved annexation and rezoning to Transitional Use for Mill and Bauer Townhomes (8-1)
- Approved density variance for Mill and Bauer Townhomes (7-2)
- Increased downtown late-night liquor permit cap from 24 to 25
- Modified food and beverage tax allocations for Naper Settlement and mental health initiatives
- Approved $795,000 contract for Fixed Income Money Management Services
- Approved $200,000 for Parkway Tree Trimming Services
- Approved $167,330 for Uniform and Badge Purchase
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
SECA Commission
The SECA Commission will approve meeting minutes from September 20, 2023, and welcome new commissioners and student representatives. The commission will also receive public comments regarding the CY24 SECA Grant Fund applications.
- Approval of September 20, 2023, meeting minutes
- Welcoming new SECA Commissioners and Student Representatives
- Public comment on CY24 SECA Grant Fund applications
The Commission heard presentations from numerous community organizations applying for CY24 SECA Grant Funds. No funding decisions were made; individual recommendations are scheduled for review at the December 7 meeting.
- Approved September 20, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (12-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will work on developing three options regarding the reorganization of the Sister Cities Commission. The agenda also includes receiving a year-to-date budget report and approving minutes from the September 13, 2023, meeting.
- Development of three reorganization options for presentation to City Council
- Review of the year-to-date budget report
- Approval of September 13, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved three potential structures for its reorganization to be presented to the City Council. These options address financial challenges and compliance with Open Meetings Act rules regarding event planning.
- Approved September 13, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Received and filed year-to-date budget report
- Approved presenting three reorganization options to City Council: 1) status quo with improvements, 2) Commission becomes a Task Force, 3) an Advisory Board to recommend future options (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a wall sign variance and a major change to a Planned Unit Development. The commission will also review the minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for a wall sign variance at 415 S Brainard Street (NCC)
- Public hearing for a major change to the Brach /Brodie PUD at 1440 S Route 59
- Approval of the October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major change to the Brach/Brodie PUD to allow a Tommy’s Express Car Wash. The commission also granted a wall sign variance for a parking pavilion at North Central College.
- Approved wall sign variance for parking pavilion at 415 S Brainard Street (9-0)
- Approved land use deviation for Tommy’s Express Car Wash at 1440 S Route 59 (9-0)
- Approved parking and landscaping deviations for 1440 S Route 59 (9-0)
- Approved sign deviation for 1440 S Route 59 (9-0)
- Approved October 18, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board is reviewing the 2024 meeting schedule and renewing several service contracts. Members will also consider continuing the recruitment process for five lateral police officer candidates.
- Renewal of contracts with Cops and Fire Testing, Ottosen DiNolfo, and Testing for Public Safety
- Continuation of the hiring process for five lateral police officer candidates
- Approval of the 2024 BOFP meeting schedule
- Destruction of the April 12, 2022 closed session recording
The Board of Fire and Police approved the 2024 meeting schedule and renewed contracts with three testing firms. The board also authorized the continued processing of five police officer lateral candidates.
- Approved 2024 BOFP meeting schedule (4-0)
- Approved renewing contracts with Cops and Fire Testing, Ottosen DiNolfo, and Testing for Public Safety (4-0)
- Approved October 24, 2023 open and closed session minutes as restricted (4-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidates #2, #3, #4, #5, and #9 (4-0)
- Approved destroying April 12, 2022 closed session recording and retaining minutes as restricted (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Advisory Commission on Disabilities
The commission will receive an update on recommendations made to the City Council regarding the Advisory Commission on Disabilities. The meeting also includes an update from the Accessible Community Task Force and approval of the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Update on recommendations to City Council
- Update from the Accessible Community Task Force
- Approval of the 2024 meeting schedule
- Welcoming student representatives
- Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes
The commission did not establish a quorum, so no votes were completed. Members received updates on City Council recommendations, the Accessible Community Task Force, and ADA compliance for building entrances.
Riverwalk Commission
The Riverwalk Commission will receive updates regarding the Riverwalk Master Plan and gateway designs for Eagle Street and South Gateway. The meeting also includes receiving reports from the Park District and the Planning, Design and Construction Committee.
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain update
- Riverwalk Master Plan and Document Update
- Eagle Street Gateway Design update
- South Gateway Preliminary Design update
- Monthly Park District report
The commission approved the updated Riverwalk 2031 Master Plan and the meeting minutes from October 11, 2023. Members received updates on fountain repairs, gateway designs, and budget planning for upcoming capital projects.
- Approved updated Riverwalk 2031 Master Plan (Motion carried)
- Approved October 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion carried, Bartlett abstaining)
City Council
The Naperville City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including a major bid for the Springbrook Water Reclamation Center pump station. The agenda also includes approvals for roadway salt procurement and amendments to municipal code regarding dangerous dogs. Additionally, the council will receive updates on 2023 property tax levies.
- Award of bid for Springbrook Water Reclamation Center pump station improvements up to $7,280,000
- Procurement of roadway salt for an amount not to exceed $763,560
- Approval of a water purchase and sale contract with DuPage Water Commission
- Amendment to municipal code regarding dangerous dogs and problem pet owners
- Award of bid for sanitary sewer service lateral lining up to $1,691,277
City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major pump station project and roadway salt procurement. The Council also passed ordinances regarding parking variances and dangerous dog regulations. Additionally, staff were directed to review speaker sign-up deadlines and board commission recommendations.
- Approved $7.28M for Springbrook Water Reclamation Center improvements (9-0)
- Approved $1.69M for sanitary sewer service lateral lining (9-0)
- Approved $763,560 for roadway salt (9-0)
- Approved $400,000 for Pollinator and Native Vegetation Program (9-0)
- Passed ordinance amending dangerous dogs and problem pet owners code (9-0)
- Approved parking variances for 1931-1967 Glacier Park Ave and 1112 S. Washington St (9-0)
- Directed staff to recommend changes to speaker sign-up deadlines by Dec 5 (9-0)
- Extended portable restroom and chicken coop use at 2300 Flambeau Ave to June 30, 2024 (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission
The Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission will review meeting minutes from March 6, 2023. The body also plans to welcome student representatives and approve the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Approval of March 6, 2023, meeting minutes
- Welcoming student representatives
- Approval of the 2024 meeting schedule
The Commission approved its meeting schedule for the 2024 calendar year and the minutes from March 6, 2023. Members welcomed four new student representatives and discussed the scope of the Commission's authority regarding community complaints and public accommodations.
- Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Approved 2024 meeting schedule (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee is meeting to approve minutes from two prior meetings and discuss old business items, including the Eagle Street Gateway Project's surface treatment under the Oliver Hoffman Pavilion. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business listed.
- Approve minutes from September 5, 2023 and October 3, 2023 meetings
- Eagle Street Gateway Project surface treatment under Oliver Hoffman Pavilion
- Prairie Nature Garden update from Park District staff
- Park District report by Tiffani Picco
The committee agreed to use demolished limestone in a stepped, grouted pattern for the surface treatment under the Oliver Hoffman Pavilion. Members also reviewed updated concepts for the Riverwalk Prairie Nature Garden and the South Gateway project.
- Approved September 5, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved October 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Agreed to use demolished limestone for surface treatment under Oliver Hoffman Pavilion
Financial Advisory Board
The Financial Advisory Board will review the proposed 2024 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes receiving quarterly investment and budget reports and discussing the Fixed Income Money Manager selection process.
- Review of proposed 2024 Annual Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Receipt of 2023 3rd quarter investment report
- Receipt of 2023 3rd quarter budget report
- Update on Fixed Income Money Manager selection process
- Approval of July 24, 2023 meeting minutes
The Financial Advisory Board recommended awarding fixed income money manager services to Mesirow and PFM Asset Management. The board reached a consensus to maintain two managers and transition the Loop Capital portfolio to Mesirow. The board also approved the July 24, 2023 meeting minutes and the tentative 2024 meeting schedule.
- Recommended awarding fixed income money manager services to Mesirow and PFM Asset Management
- Recommended transitioning the Loop Capital portfolio to Mesirow
- Approved July 24, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved tentative 2024 meeting schedule (voice vote)
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness for properties located at 223 Center Street and 8 S Columbia Street. The meeting also includes a public forum and the approval of minutes from the September 28, 2023, meeting.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 223 Center Street (COA 23-3770)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 8 S Columbia Street (COA 23-3861)
- Approval of September 28, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved a two-story addition for 8 S Columbia Street and the September meeting minutes. A request for window and roof changes at 223 Center Street was denied.
- Approved COA 23-3861 for a two-story addition at 8 S Columbia Street (7-0)
- Denied COA 23-3770 for window and roof changes at 223 Center Street (4-3)
- Approved September 28, 2023, meeting minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will consider hiring multiple police officer and firefighter/paramedic candidates. The meeting also includes reviewing minutes from October 10, 2023, and a proposal to destroy a closed session recording from March 22, 2022.
- Hiring of police officer candidate #11
- Continuing recruitment process for police officer candidate #13
- Hiring of firefighter/paramedic candidates #31, #38, and #49
- Destruction of March 22, 2022 closed session recording
The Board of Fire and Police approved the hiring of several new personnel and the destruction of a 2022 closed session recording. One police officer candidate was removed from the hiring process.
- Approved hire of police officer candidate #11 (5-0)
- Removed police officer candidate #13 from the process (5-0)
- Approved hire of firefighter/paramedic candidate #31 (5-0)
- Approved hire of firefighter/paramedic candidate #38 (5-0)
- Approved hire of firefighter/paramedic candidate #49 (5-0)
- Approved destroying March 22, 2022 closed session recording (5-0)
- Approved October 10, 2023 open and closed session minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Naperville City Council is conducting its third annual budget workshop. The meeting includes a presentation providing an overview of the proposed 2024 budget.
- Proposed 2024 Budget Overview
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider parking requirement variances for properties at 1931 Glacier Park Avenue and 1112 S. Washington Street. The commission will also review the 2024 meeting schedule and approve minutes from the September 20, 2023 meeting.
- Parking variance for 1931 Glacier Park Avenue (Scooter’s)
- Parking variance for 1112 S. Washington Street
- Approval of the 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission Schedule
- Approval of September 20, 2003 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two variances to reduce required off-street parking spaces for local properties. The commission also approved its 2024 meeting schedule and the minutes from the September 20, 2023 meeting.
- Approved parking variance for 1931 Glacier Park Avenue (9-0)
- Approved variance to reduce required parking from 161 to 140 spaces at 1112 S. Washington Street (9-0)
- Approved the 2024 Planning and Zoning Commission Schedule
- Approved September 20, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding campaign contribution disclosures and a grant modification for Century Walk. The agenda also includes several contract awards, service renewals, and event permits.
- Ordinance to repeal or amend regulations on public disclosure of certain campaign contributions
- Resolution to modify Century Walk’s $100,000 Capital Grant for art maintenance
- Approval of cash disbursements totaling $35,589,752.75 for September 2023
- Sole source procurement for Sensus Licensed RNI Software to Core and Main LP up to $247,990
- Traffic control and permits for the Turkey Trot 5K Run and Holiday Parade of Lights
The City Council voted 5-4 to repeal the municipal code section requiring public disclosure of certain campaign contributions. The council also approved $1.2 million in SECA grant allocations and a $1.06 million contract for traffic signal maintenance. Additionally, the council directed staff to revise an ordinance regarding a therapy chicken business by removing a porta-potty removal condition.
- Repealed ordinance requiring disclosure of campaign contributions (5-4)
- Approved $1,198,416 in SECA Grant Fund allocations (9-0)
- Approved $1,064,435.92 contract for traffic signal maintenance (9-0)
- Approved $1.5M change order for electric utility distribution (9-0)
- Directed staff to revise therapy chicken ordinance (8-1 show of hands)
- Approved $5,000 additional maintenance grant for Ladder of Light art (9-0)
- Approved $35.6M in cash disbursements for September 2023
- Passed ordinances for Turkey Trot and Holiday Parade permits
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Riverwalk Commission
The Commission will receive updates on the Riverwalk Master Plan and design progress for Eagle Street and South Gateway. Members will also review a Community Mobility Assessment and the 2024 meeting calendar.
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain update
- Riverwalk Master Plan and Document Update
- Eagle Street Gateway Design update
- South Gateway Preliminary Design update
- Community Mobility Assessment review
The Naperville Riverwalk Commission approved the minutes from its September 13, 2023 meeting and received updates on several ongoing projects, including the Fredenhagen Park Fountain, Eagle Street Gateway design, and the Community Mobility Assessment. Commissioners also discussed upcoming meeting dates and received various staff and committee reports.
- Approved September 13, 2023 Riverwalk Commission meeting minutes (with Joseph and Sullivan abstaining)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review minutes from the September 26, 2023 meeting. Action items include decisions on the progression of several police and firefighter/paramedic candidates. The board will also consider an appeal request for a police officer candidate.
- Appeal request for police officer candidate #12
- Progression of multiple police and firefighter/paramedic candidates
- Approval of September 26, 2023 meeting minutes
- Destruction of March 9, 2022 closed session recording
The Board approved the continued processing of six police and firefighter/paramedic candidates. One police officer candidate's appeal request was denied. The Board also approved the destruction of a 2022 closed session recording.
- Appeal request of police officer candidate #12 denied (5-0)
- Continued process for police officer candidate #11 approved (5-0)
- Continued process for lateral police officer candidate #2 approved (5-0)
- Continued process for lateral police officer candidate #3 approved (5-0)
- Continued process for lateral police officer candidate #4 approved (5-0)
- Continued process for firefighter/paramedic candidates #31, #38, and #49 approved (5-0)
- Destruction of March 9, 2022 closed session recording approved (5-0)
- September 26, 2023 open and closed session minutes approved (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review a presentation of the Community Survey Results by Polco. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a review of the Conflict Ordinance.
- Community Survey Results Presentation by Polco
- Review of Conflict Ordinance Presentation
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review the Eagle Street Gateway Final Engineering Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the September 5, 2023, meeting and a Park District update.
- Review of the Eagle Street Gateway Final Engineering Plan (23-1127)
- Approval of September 5, 2023, committee minutes
- Park District update
The Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee meeting on October 3, 2023, did not reach a quorum. Consequently, no votes were taken on minutes or other business. The committee discussed the Eagle Street Gateway engineering plans and received updates on recent park maintenance and events.
- Approval of September 5, 2023 minutes tabled due to lack of quorum
City Council
The City Council will review proposals to rezone several properties on Corporate Lane from office and research use to industrial districts. The meeting also includes approvals for various city service contracts and a collective bargaining agreement for certain police-related roles.
- Rezoning of 2012, 2019, 2043, and 2235 Corporate Lane from ORI to Industrial District
- $1,498,100 contract award to Wesco for in-ground structures
- $594,323 contract for cellular phone services with Verizon Wireless
- Collective bargaining agreement between the City and MAP Chapter #744
- Liquor license variance for Jai Ganesh IL Inc at 1474 East Chicago Avenue
The Naperville City Council approved a consent agenda containing various municipal contracts, board appointments, and property rezonings on Corporate Lane from ORI to Industrial. They also passed ordinances regarding municipal parking lot regulations, a liquor license variance, and a sign variance, alongside awarding a contract for in-ground structures to Wesco.
- Approved Cisco SMARTnet maintenance and licenses renewal with CDW-G for $165,648.60 (9-0)
- Approved cellular phone services contract with Verizon Wireless for $594,323 (9-0)
- Approved mobile broadband data services contract with Verizon Wireless for $336,235 (9-0)
- Approved Unit 771 hydro excavator replacement purchase from R.N.O.W., Inc. for $609,126.06 (9-0)
- Approved new CAD/RMS system servers purchase from ITSavvy, LLC for $266,200.72 (9-0)
- Approved 2023 new sidewalk program award to Triggi Construction, Inc. for $240,571.50 plus 5% contingency (9-0)
- Passed ordinances rezoning properties at Corporate Lane from ORI to Industrial District (9-0)
- Approved municipal parking lot regulations ordinance amendment (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (24 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 6 S Wright Street. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 13, 2023, meeting.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 6 S Wright Street (COA 23-3517)
- Approval of July 13, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 6 S Wright Street, allowing the replacement of dormer windows with double-hung windows and the installation of a six-panel door. The vote was 6-0. The Commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting held on July 13, 2023.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness 23-3517 for 6 S Wright Street (6-0)
- Approved minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review appeal requests from two police officer candidates. The board will also vote on continuing the recruitment process for several police and firefighter/paramedic candidates.
- Reviewing appeals for police officer candidates #3 and #10
- Deciding on recruitment progression for multiple police and firefighter/paramedic candidates
- Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes
- Destruction of the February 22, 2022, closed session recording
The Board approved the advancement of several police officer and firefighter/paramedic candidates while denying two appeals and removing one candidate from the process. The Board also approved the destruction of a 2022 closed session recording.
- Appeal request of police officer candidate #3 denied (4-0)
- Appeal request of police officer candidate #10 denied (4-0)
- Approved police officer candidate #4 to continue in process (4-0)
- Approved police officer candidate #11 to continue in process (4-0)
- Police officer candidate #12 removed from process (4-0)
- Approved firefighter/paramedic candidates #38, #42, #44, and #49 to continue in process (4-0)
- Approved destroying recording of February 22, 2022 closed session (4-0)
- Approved September 12, 2023 open and closed session minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is conducting its second annual budget workshop. This session focuses on discussing city operations and resources.
- Annual Budget Workshop #2: City Operations & Resources (Item 23-1093)
Naper Settlement Museum Board
The board will review the 2024 Budget/CIP for approval. Additional items include updates on Naper Nights, Unvarnished, and new buildings, as well as August attendance demographic tracking.
- Receive and Approve 2024 Budget/CIP
- Receive and Approve August 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Receive and Approve July 2023 financial reports
- Update on Naper Nights
- Update on Unvarnished
The Naper Settlement Museum Board approved a proposed 2024 operating budget of $5,189,251, which represents a 24% increase over the previous year. The budget includes funds for three new staff positions, a fiber optics network upgrade, and deferred maintenance. The board also approved financial reports through July 2023 and received updates on recent events and building projects.
- Approved 2024 operating budget of $5,189,251 (6-1-1)
- Approved August 25, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (8-0)
- Approved Naper Settlement financial reports through July 2023 (8-0)
- Approved motion to allow Erik Long to attend via teleconference (7-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Emergency Telephone System Board
The board will review E911 surcharge payments for the period of June 1 to August 31, 2023. The meeting includes several items regarding expenditures and fund transfers for the City of Naperville and the City of Aurora.
- Review E911 surcharge payments (June 1 – August 31, 2023)
- Approve Naperville expenditures for reimbursement (June 1 – August 31, 2023)
- Approve budget transfer from the E911 Fund to the City of Naperville
- Approve Aurora expenditures for reimbursement (June 1 – August 31, 2023)
- Approve withdrawal from the E911 Fund to the City of Aurora
The Emergency Telephone System Board approved reimbursement expenditures for the cities of Naperville and Aurora. The board also authorized budget transfers and withdrawals from the E911 Fund to both cities.
- Approved June 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Naperville reimbursement expenditures of $941,409.14 (unanimous)
- Approved budget transfer of $761,322.77 from E911 Fund to Naperville General Fund (unanimous)
- Approved Aurora reimbursement expenditures of $1,474,858.30 (unanimous)
- Approved withdrawal of $603,467.27 from E911 Fund to City of Aurora (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed ground sign at 1479 W Ogden Avenue. The commission will also review the minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for a variance to Section 6-16-5:2.2 (Ground Signs) at 1479 W Ogden Avenue (Porsche)
- Approval of the September 6, 2023, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance to allow a 20-foot tall ground sign at 1479 W Ogden Avenue. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 6, 2023 meeting.
- Approved variance for 20-foot tall ground sign at 1479 W Ogden Avenue (6-0)
- Approved September 6, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
SECA Commission
The commission will discuss developing an informational workshop for SECA Grant Fund applicants. It will also consider a recommendation to engage the Exploratory Task Force to develop strategic steps for the Community Arts Program.
- Recommendation to engage the Exploratory Task Force for the Community Arts Program
- Development of an informational workshop for SECA Grant Fund applicants
- Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
The Commission directed staff to survey grant applicants for an informational workshop and to reengage the Exploratory Task Force to grow the Community Arts Program. Staff reported that CY24 SECA funding consists of $1,019,272 for City Obligations and $1,048,711 for Discretionary funding.
- Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
- Directed staff to survey SECA applicants for informational workshop topics
- Directed staff to reengage the Exploratory Task Force for the Community Arts Program
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several major contracts, including a ten-year law enforcement records management system. The council is also considering hiring six new full-time firefighters and paramedics through a budget amendment.
- $5,279,236.50 contract for Computer Aided Dispatch/Law Enforcement Records Management System
- $2,434,310.12 medical claim administration renewal with BCBSIL
- Hiring six full-time Firefighters/Paramedics via a $175,000 budget amendment
- Special event permits for the Naperville Half Marathon and Downtown Trick-or-Treat
- 25-mph speed limit establishment for Wagner Farms Subdivision
The City Council approved a ten-year contract for a new law enforcement records management system and authorized the hiring of six additional full-time firefighters/paramedics. Several infrastructure contracts and special event permits were also approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved $5,279,236.50 contract for Computer Aided Dispatch/Law Enforcement Records Management System (9-0)
- Authorized hiring of six full-time Firefighters/Paramedics (9-0)
- Approved $175,000 budget amendment for six Firefighter/Paramedics (9-0)
- Approved $2,434,310.12 medical claim administration renewal with BCBSIL (9-0)
- Approved $963,167.52 stop loss reinsurance with Optum, Inc. (9-0)
- Approved $161,415 Meeting House Metal Roof Replacement contract
- Approved $411,068 contract for electric meters and gatekeepers
- Established 25-mph speed limit for Wagner Farms Subdivision
🗳️ How they voted (21 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Commission
The Commission will discuss the purpose of its meetings and those of the Planning, Design and Construction Committee. Updates are scheduled for the Eagle Street Gateway and South Extension preliminary designs. The meeting also includes reviews of the Riverwalk Master Plan and the Bicentennial Fund.
- Updates on Eagle Street Gateway Design and South Extension Preliminary Design
- Discussion on the scope of commission and committee meetings
- Review of the Riverwalk Master Plan
- Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund video presentation
- Approval of August 9, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved the minutes from the August 9, 2023 meeting. Members discussed project timelines for the Eagle Street Gateway and South Gateway, and reviewed the purpose of Commission versus Planning, Design and Construction Committee meetings.
- Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion carried)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will meet to approve the minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting. Members will also review the Treasurer’s Report through August 2023.
- Approval of August 9, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of Treasurer’s Report showing a $2,252.00 remaining balance
- Sister Cities Foundation update
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from August 9, 2023. Members discussed potential engagement with Cork, Ireland, and current outreach from Cancun, Mexico. The Commission also received a treasurer's report showing a remaining balance of $2,252.00.
- Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review meeting minutes from August 8, 2023. The agenda includes decisions on moving forward with three police officer candidates in the recruitment process. The board will also consider a recipient for the CAPS Commissioners Award.
- Continuing the recruitment process for Police Officer candidates #4, #3, and #10
- Approval of the CAPS Commissioners Award recipient
- Review and approval of August 8, 2023, meeting minutes
- Destruction of the February 8, 2022, closed session recording
The Board approved the recipient of the CAPS Commissioners Award and the advancement of one police officer candidate. Two other police officer candidates were removed from the process. The Board also approved the destruction of a 2022 closed session recording.
- Approved open and closed session minutes from August 8, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved recipient of the CAPS Commissioners Award (5-0)
- Approved continuing process for Police Officer candidate #4 (5-0)
- Denied continuing process for Police Officer candidate #3; candidate removed (5-0)
- Denied continuing process for Police Officer candidate #10; candidate removed (5-0)
- Approved destroying recording of February 8, 2022 closed session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Transportation Advisory Board
The Transportation Advisory Board will review the 2023 Naperville Pedestrian and Bicycle Survey. The board is also considering recommendations for speed limits in Wagner Farms Subdivision and parking changes on Fifth Avenue.
- Receive 2023 Naperville Pedestrian and Bicycle Survey results
- Establish a 25 MPH speed limit and right-of-way controls for Wagner Farms Subdivision
- Modify no parking, compact car, and commuter parking on the north side of Fifth Avenue at Center Street, Ellsworth Street, and Brainard Street
The Transportation Advisory Board approved a 25 MPH speed limit and right-of-way controls for the Wagner Farms Subdivision. The board also approved modifications to no-parking zones and commuter parking on the north side of Fifth Avenue. Additionally, the board received results from the 2023 Naperville Pedestrian and Bicycle Survey.
- Approved 25 MPH speed limit and right-of-way controls for Wagner Farms Subdivision (6-0)
- Approved modifications to no-parking, compact car, and commuter parking on north side of Fifth Avenue at Center, Ellsworth, and Brainard Streets (6-0)
- Approved August 3, 2023, meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding rezoning requests. The commission is considering changing the zoning of multiple properties from ORI to Industrial District.
- Rezoning 2012 Corporate Lane from ORI to I
- Rezoning 2019 and 2043 Corporate Lane from ORI to I
- Rezoning 2235 Corporate Lane from ORI to I
- Approval of the August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission conducted public hearings regarding the rezoning of three properties on Corporate Lane from Office, Research, Light Industrial District to Industrial District. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 16, 2023 meeting.
- Approved public hearings for rezoning 2012 Corporate Lane (PZC 23-1-072), 2019 and 2043 Corporate Lane (PZC 23-1-071), and 2235 Corporate Lane (PZC 23-1-065)
- Approved August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review draft revisions to the Riverwalk Master Plan and discuss the Prairie Nature Garden with Park District Planning Staff. The meeting also includes updates on the Eagle Street Gateway design and South Extension preliminary design.
- Review of Riverwalk Master Plan draft revisions
- Discussion regarding Prairie Nature Garden
- Eagle Street Gateway design update
- South Extension preliminary design
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain discussion
The committee approved the August 1, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed the Prairie Nature Garden concept and draft revisions to the Riverwalk Master Plan, including updates to attractions and donor information.
- Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion carried, Erickson abstaining)
City Council
The City Council will review several consent agenda items including equipment purchases and service contracts. The meeting also includes discussions on municipal code amendments regarding parking and truck routes, as well as a decision on an annexation request for a car wash.
- Award of roadway snow removal contract not to exceed $441,870
- Award of Mansion Exterior Restoration Entry Porch Repairs to Robe Construction, Inc. for up to $235,441.92
- Ordinance to increase truck route administrative fee from $15 to $35
- Ordinance to eliminate commuter parking permits and expand daily fee parking
- Decision on Jet Brite's request for annexation and rezoning for a car wash
The City Council approved a series of procurement awards for snow removal, vehicle replacements, and software maintenance. The Council also passed ordinances to increase truck route administrative fees and approve a conditional use for a health spa.
- Approved roadway snow removal contracts not to exceed $441,870 (9-0)
- Approved Mansion Exterior Restoration Entry Porch Repairs to Robe Construction, Inc. up to $235,441.92 plus 5% contingency (9-0)
- Approved purchase of three-reel turret trailer from Sauber Manufacturing up to $136,739 (9-0)
- Approved CAD/RMS software maintenance to Central Square Technologies up to $423,407.41 (9-0)
- Approved aggregate materials contract to Boughton Materials Inc. up to $452,366.50 (9-0)
- Approved purchase of two dump trucks with plows from JX Peterbilt up to $635,168 (9-0)
- Approved janitorial supplies from W.W. Grainger Inc. up to $145,000 (9-0)
- Passed ordinance increasing truck route administrative fee from $15 to $35 (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will hold its first annual budget workshop. The meeting focuses on the 2024 - 2028 Capital Improvement Program.
- 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program budget workshop
Naper Settlement Museum Board
The Board will review financial reports as of June 2023 and approve minutes from the May 5 meeting. Discussion items include updates on deferred maintenance, strategic planning, and new museum buildings.
- Approve May 5, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approve June 2023 financial reports
- Update on deferred maintenance
- Update on strategic and master planning
- Update on Infrastructure Creating 19th Century Clothing Then and Now exhibit
The board approved the May 5, 2023 meeting minutes and the financial reports through June 2023. Members received updates on deferred maintenance, camp revenues, and the progress of the Innovation Gateway construction.
- Approved May 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved June 2023 financial reports (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
SECA Commission
The commission will review the March 22, 2023, meeting minutes. Members are also scheduled to discuss a revised CY2024 SECA Grant Fund application timeline and establish policies for art proposals received outside of standard periods.
- Approval of March 22, 2023, meeting minutes
- Revised CY2024 SECA Grant Fund application timeline
- Policies regarding pre-payment and art proposals
The Commission approved a revised application timeline for CY2024 and set aside $10,000 for artistic groups applying outside the standard cycle. Members also reached a consensus to limit pre-payment options to new organizations and requested staff to gauge interest in a grant applicant workshop.
- Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved revised CY24 Special Events and SECA Application Timeline (6-0)
- Agreed by consensus not to add exceptions to the pre-payment policy
- Agreed by consensus to make pre-payment available to new organizations only
- Approved setting aside $10,000 of CY24 grant funds for off-cycle artist proposals (6-0)
- Requested staff to share 'SECA Bootcamp' workshop idea during mandatory applicant meetings
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a conditional use request. The request seeks to allow a health spa without lodging accommodation or a massage establishment at 847 N. Center St. Additionally, the commission will review the minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for conditional use of a health spa at 847 N. Center St (PZC 23-1-027)
- Approval of the August 2, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use request to allow a health spa and massage establishment without lodging at 847 N. Center St. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting.
- Approved conditional use for health spa/massage establishment at 847 N. Center St (7-0)
- Approved August 2, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Naperville City Council will review ordinances regarding commuter parking permits and the use of residential chicken coops. The agenda also includes approvals for various city contracts, property sales, and special event permits.
- Ordinance to eliminate commuter parking permits and expand daily fee parking
- Decision on temporary use of residential chicken coop structures
- Approval of $38,893,049.34 in cash disbursements for July 2023
- Special event permits for the Water Street Long Table Dinner and Riverwalk Fine Art Fair
- Contract award for a camera truck replacement up to $381,907.78
The City Council approved the designation of Court Place as a commemorative way. Council also discussed police ticketing of students and the process for reporting overnight parking violations.
- Approved designating Court Place as 'Ron Keller Commemorative Way' (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will review the July 12, 2023, meeting minutes and receive the Treasurer’s Report through July 2023. The agenda includes updates from the Chairman, Commissioner Alan Lowe, and the Sister Cities Foundation.
- Approval of July 12, 2023, meeting minutes
- Receipt of Treasurer’s Report through July 2023
- Sister Cities update from Commissioner Alan Lowe
- Sister Cities Foundation update from Shafeek Abubaker
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from July 12, 2023. Members discussed pursuing Cork, Ireland, as a possible Sister City and planned recognition for individuals in the Hispanic community for the upcoming Hispanic Heritage Festival.
- Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Riverwalk Commission
The commission will consider resident feedback to decide on a route for the Southern Extension of the Riverwalk from Hillside Road to Martin Avenue. Members will also discuss options for the Fredenhagen Park fountain and review the 2023 community survey. Additionally, the body will discuss endorsing the Riverwalk 2024 capital improvement program submission.
- Deciding on a route for the Southern Extension from Hillside Road to Martin Avenue
- Selecting an option for the Fredenhagen Park fountain
- Discussing endorsement of the Riverwalk 2024 capital improvement program submission
- Receiving information regarding the 2023 community survey
- Approving minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting
The Commission voted to proceed with the original design for the Riverwalk South Extension and selected a repair option for the Fredenhagen Park fountain. Members also approved the minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting.
- Approved original South Extension path route with direction to consult police on safety and engineers on lighting/noise (Carried; 1 nay)
- Approved Option 1 for Fredenhagen Park fountain repair at an estimated cost of $290,000 (Carried; 1 nay)
- Approved July 12, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried; 3 abstentions)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review July 25, 2023, meeting minutes and reports from the Police and Fire Departments. The board will also consider continuing the recruitment process for a police officer candidate and destroying a closed session recording from January 25, 2022.
- Approval of July 25, 2023, open and closed session minutes
- Police Department Report
- Fire Department Report
- Recruitment process for police officer candidate #4
- Destruction of the January 25, 2022, closed session recording
The Board of Fire and Police approved the continued processing of a police officer candidate. The board also approved the minutes from July 25, 2023, and the destruction of a specific 2022 closed session recording.
- Approved open and closed session minutes from July 25, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved continuing the process for police officer candidate #4 (5-0)
- Approved destroying the January 25, 2022 closed session recording (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Transportation Advisory Board
The Transportation Advisory Board will review a staff evaluation regarding the DuPage River Trail crossing at Gartner Road and Edgewater Drive. The board is also considering recommendations to amend the existing truck route ordinance and modify parking on Benton Avenue.
- Evaluation of DuPage River Trail crossing at Gartner Road and Edgewater Drive
- Amendment to the existing truck route ordinance
- Modification of parking restrictions on north side of Benton Avenue east of Webster Street
The board approved an amendment to the truck route ordinance and modified parking restrictions on Benton Avenue. It also received a staff evaluation regarding the DuPage River Trail crossing at Gartner Road and Edgewater Drive.
- Approved amendment to existing truck route ordinance (6-0)
- Approved modified parking restrictions on north side of Benton Avenue east of Webster Street (6-0)
- Approved June 1, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Received staff evaluation on DuPage River Trail crossing at Gartner Road and Edgewater Drive
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Advisory Commission on Disabilities
The Advisory Commission on Disabilities will review the introduction of a new City Council representative. The commission will also receive an update from the Accessible Community Task Force and review past meeting minutes.
- Introduction of Councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh as City Council representative
- Update from the Accessible Community Task Force
- Approval of minutes from six previous meetings dating from 2021 to 2022
The Advisory Commission on Disabilities approved minutes from six previous meetings. The commission received a report on visitability practices for new housing and discussed accessibility concerns regarding a municipal center employee entrance door.
- Approved minutes from Feb 3, May 5, Aug 4, Nov 3, 2021, Feb 2, and Nov 2, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed ground signs at 720-944 S Illinois Route 59. The commission is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for ground sign variances at 720-944 S Illinois Route 59
- Approval of July 19, 2023, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several variances for ground signs at 720-944 S Illinois Route 59. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting.
- Approved PZC 23-1-060 for three 24 foot 8 inch tall ground signs at 720-944 S Route 59 (6-0)
- Approved variance for a changeable sign with an area of 36.44 square feet (6-0)
- Approved variance to reduce distance between ground signs to 177 feet (6-0)
- Approved July 19th 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review the Riverwalk Master Plan and discuss potential updates. Members will also receive a design update for the Eagle Street Gateway and feedback regarding the South Extension.
- Review of Opportunity to Highlight River Ecology document
- Eagle Street Gateway Design Update
- South Extension Preliminary Design discussion including resident feedback and alternate layouts
The committee voted to support the repair and upgrade of the Fredenhagen Park Fountain. Members also discussed updates to the Riverwalk Bicentennial Master Plan and reviewed resident feedback regarding the South Extension preliminary design.
- Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved recommendation to support option one for the repair of Fredenhagen Park Fountain (Unanimous)
Board of Fire and Police
The Naperville Board of Fire and Police will review minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting. The board will also vote on authorizing the hire of one police officer candidate and continuing the recruitment process for another. Additionally, they will consider destroying a closed session recording from January 11, 2022.
- Authorization to hire police officer candidate #723-0869
- Continuing the recruitment process for police officer candidate #223-0870
- Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (23-0868)
- Destruction of January 11, 2022 closed session recording (23-0871)
The Board of Fire and Police approved the hiring of police officer candidate #7 and removed candidate #2 from the process. The board also approved the minutes from July 11, 2023, and the destruction of a January 2022 closed session recording.
- Approved open and closed session minutes from July 11, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved authorization to hire police officer candidate #7 (5-0)
- Removed police officer candidate #2 from the process (5-0)
- Approved destroying the recording of the January 11, 2022 closed session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Financial Advisory Board
The board will receive the city's second quarter investment and budget reports. Members will also review an update regarding the Fixed Income Money Manager selection process.
- 2023 2nd quarter investment report
- 2023 2nd quarter budget report
- Update on Fixed Income Money Manager selection process
- Approval of April 24, 2023 meeting minutes
The Board received the 2023 second quarter investment report and budget report. Members discussed the timeline for selecting a new Fixed Income Money Manager. The minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting were approved.
- Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes
- Received 2023 2nd quarter investment report showing $224.79 million market value
- Received 2023 2nd quarter budget report
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding entitlements, variances, and building design guidelines. The agenda includes reviews of property requests for Bauer Road, Naper Boulevard, and Ferry Road.
- Entitlements for 27W280 Bauer Road (Mill & Bauer Townhomes)
- Variances for fowl/livestock, accessory buildings, and home occupation regulations
- Parking variance for 1504-1516 N. Naper Boulevard (Tower Crossing)
- Appeal regarding Citywide Building Design Guidelines for the Sunbelt Rentals building at 2212 Ferry Road
- Approval of June 7, 2023, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning and variance for the Mill & Bauer Townhomes project and a parking variance for Tower Crossing. The Commission also granted temporary variances for livestock and home occupation at 2300 Flambeau Drive with an 18-month sunset clause.
- Approved rezoning to TU upon annexation and a density variance for 27W280 Bauer Road (Mill & Bauer Townhomes) (5-4)
- Approved variances for fowl count (up to 12), accessory structure setbacks, and home occupation student limits at 2300 Flambeau Drive with an 18-month sunset date and privacy fence requirement (7-2)
- Approved parking variance for 1504-1516 N. Naper Boulevard (Tower Crossing) to permit 23 spaces instead of 52 (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council will consider several development projects including the Orion/Prosperita and Forest Meadows developments. The agenda includes numerous contract awards for equipment, infrastructure, and services, as well as financial reports.
- Approval of cash disbursements totaling $36,835,121.65
- Award of Cooperative Procurement 23-181 for Police Department uniforms and equipment to Galls, LLC up to $178,110
- Award of Cooperative Procurement 23-171 for dump truck and plow replacement to JX Peterbilt up to $624,856.36
- Annexation and rezoning of property at the southwest corner of Diehl Road and Mill Street (Orion/Prosperita)
- Annexation and rezoning of 25W462 75th Street (Forest Meadows)
The City Council approved a series of procurement awards for police uniforms, dump trucks, and software. The council also passed ordinances for temporary traffic controls for upcoming local events and amended the 2023-2025 Annual New Sidewalk Program.
- Approved $36,835,121.65 in cash disbursements for June 2023
- Approved police uniforms and equipment contract to Galls, LLC (not to exceed $178,110)
- Approved dump truck with plow replacement from JX Peterbilt (not to exceed $624,856.36)
- Approved PayByPhone Mobile Application contract (not to exceed $250,000)
- Approved Leica RTC 360 Laser Scanner purchase (not to exceed $144,416.65)
- Approved amended 2023-2025 Annual New Sidewalk Program adding Loomis Street, Book Road, and Douglas Avenue
- Passed ordinances for 2023 Old Naperville Days and Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church Homecoming Fest traffic controls
- Approved site modifications at 4232 Tower Court (ORD 23-096)
🗳️ How they voted (62 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a special meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 219 N Columbia Street. The commission will also review the minutes from the May 25, 2023, meeting.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 219 N Columbia Street (COA 23-1731)
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for material and style changes to a front porch and the addition of railings at 219 N Columbia Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting.
- Approved COA 23-1731 for porch wall material changes, porch style changes, and stair railings at 219 N Columbia St (6-0)
- Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will review the Treasurer’s Report through May 2023 and approve minutes from previous meetings. Updates regarding sister cities and the Sister Cities Foundation are also included on the agenda.
- Receive and file Treasurer’s Report through May 2023
- Approve May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approve June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Chairman's report by Lance Fuhrer
- Sister Cities Foundation update by Shafeek Abubaker
The Commission approved the entry fee for the Labor Day parade. Members also accepted the meeting minutes from May 17 and June 14, 2023, and filed the Treasurer's Report through May 2023.
- Approved Labor Day parade entry fee (voice vote)
- Approved May 17, 2023 and June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Received and filed Treasurer’s Report through May 2023
Riverwalk Commission
The commission will review updates for the Eagle Street Gateway Design and South Extension Preliminary Design. Members will also receive documents regarding Fredenhagen Park Fountain options.
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain options document
- Eagle Street Gateway Design update
- South Extension Preliminary Design (Public Open House July 19th)
- Discussion on monthly Riverwalk financial reporting
- Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
The Commission discussed three options for the Fredenhagen Park Fountain, with a preference for either repairing the existing feature or installing a natural water feature. Members also agreed to move financial reporting from a monthly to a semi-annual schedule. No final decision was made on the fountain; further maintenance data is required.
- Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- Decided to receive financial reports at the beginning and mid-year instead of monthly
- Tabled final recommendation for Fredenhagen Park Fountain pending further maintenance cost data
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review several Riverwalk projects, including the Eagle Street Gateway and South Extension preliminary designs. Members will also receive a document regarding options for the Fredenhagen Park Fountain.
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain Options document
- Eagle Street Gateway Design Update
- South Extension Preliminary Design
- Public Open House on July 19th
The committee discussed three options for the Fredenhagen Park Fountain, including a $289,000 repair of the existing structure. No final decision was made on the fountain, as further discussion was deferred to the full Riverwalk Commission. The committee also approved minutes from two previous meetings.
- Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of Fire and Police
The Board will review minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting and hear reports from the police and fire departments. Action items include decisions regarding several firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates. The board will also consider destroying a recording from a December 14, 2021 closed session.
- Approval of firefighter/paramedic candidates #4123-0811 and #4823-0812
- Authorization to hire police officer lateral candidates #423-0813 and #523-0814
- Approval of police officer candidate #723-0815
- Review of June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
- Destruction of December 14, 2021 closed session recording
The Board of Fire and Police authorized the hiring of two lateral police officer candidates and one police officer candidate. Two firefighter/paramedic candidates were removed from the hiring process. The board also approved the destruction of a 2021 closed session recording.
- Approved hiring of police officer lateral candidate #4 (5-0)
- Approved hiring of police officer lateral candidate #5 (5-0)
- Approved continuing police officer candidate #7 in the process (5-0)
- Removed firefighter/paramedic candidate #41 from the process (5-0)
- Removed firefighter/paramedic candidate #48 from the process (5-0)
- Approved destruction of December 14, 2021 closed session recording (5-0)
- Approved June 27, 2023 open and closed session minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board will consider continuing the recruitment process for three police officer candidates. The meeting also includes reports from the police and fire departments.
- Continuing process for police officer candidate #723-0777
- Continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #423-0778
- Continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #523-0779
- Approval of June 13, 2023 open session minutes (23-0776)
- Review of November 23, 2021 closed session minutes executive summary (23-0780)
The Board of Fire and Police approved the progression of one police officer candidate and two lateral candidates. The board also approved meeting minutes from June 13, 2023, and November 23, 2021.
- Approved open session minutes from June 13, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved continuing police officer candidate #7 in the process (5-0)
- Approved continuing police officer lateral candidate #4 in the process (5-0)
- Approved continuing police officer lateral candidate #5 in the process (5-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from November 23, 2021 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the property at 219 N Columbia Street. The commission is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 219 N Columbia Street (COA 23-1731)
- Approval of May 25, 2023 meeting minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will reconvene a public hearing regarding requested entitlements for the Mill & Bauer Townhomes at 27W280 Bauer Road. The commission will also review meeting minutes from June 7, 2023.
- Public hearing for 27W280 Bauer Road (Mill & Bauer Townhomes)
- Approval of June 7, 2023, meeting minutes
SECA Commission
The SECA Commission will receive an update on the Community Arts Program. The commission will also review the current pre-payment policy to discuss potential modifications.
- Community Arts Program update
- Review of pre-payment policy
- Approval of March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a $500,000 grant for local tornado recovery assistance. The agenda includes various municipal ordinances regarding zoning, liquor licenses, and traffic controls.
- $500,000 in local tornado recovery assistance via the Muthusmai Paravel Foundation
- $28,486,051.41 in cash disbursements for May 2023
- $581,000 for West-Southwest Elevated Tank Painting Project
- $459,922.04 for Naper Settlement Perimeter Fence and Entry Gates Improvements
- Rezoning of 1296 E. Chicago Avenue for an eating establishment
The City Council approved a grant agreement and budget amendment to provide $500,000 in local tornado recovery assistance. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and zoning amendments, while tabling the 2023-2025 Annual New Sidewalk Program for reprioritization.
- Approved $500,000 for tornado recovery assistance (RES 23-20, ORD 23-078)
- Tabled 2023-2025 Annual New Sidewalk Program to July 18 to add Douglas Avenue
- Approved $28,486,051.41 in cash disbursements (05/01/2023-05/31/2023)
- Approved $459,922.04 for Naper Settlement perimeter fence and entry gates
- Approved $581,000 for West-Southwest Elevated Tank Painting additional work
- Approved zoning amendment for eating establishments within a PUD (ORD 23-087)
- Decreased Class C - Tavern liquor license cap to four (ORD 23-079)
- Approved conveyance of Outlot H of Naper Commons to Naperville Park District
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review E911 surcharge payments from March 1 to May 31, 2023. The board will also consider reimbursement expenditures and fund transfers for the cities of Naperville and Aurora.
- Review E911 surcharge payments (March 1 – May 31, 2023)
- Approve Naperville expenditure reimbursements (March 1 – May 31, 2023)
- Approve budget transfer from the E911 Fund to the City of Naperville
- Approve Aurora expenditure reimbursements (March 1 – May 31, 2023)
- Approve withdrawal from the E911 Fund to the City of Aurora
The Emergency Telephone System Board approved several reimbursement payments and budget transfers for the cities of Naperville and Aurora. The board also approved the minutes from the March 16, 2023 meeting.
- Approved March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Naperville reimbursement expenditures of $1,296,279.26 (unanimous)
- Approved budget transfer of $769,887.39 from E911 Fund to Naperville General Fund (unanimous)
- Approved Aurora reimbursement expenditures of $1,217,468.68 (unanimous)
- Approved withdrawal of $630,294.38 from E911 Fund to City of Aurora (unanimous)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will approve the May 17, 2023, meeting minutes and receive the Treasurer’s Report through May 2023. Updates will also be provided by the Chairman and the Sister Cities Foundation.
- Approval of May 17, 2023, meeting minutes
- Receipt of Treasurer’s Report through May 2023
- Sister Cities Foundation update
The meeting was called to order, but no items were voted on because there was no quorum. The May 17, 2023, minutes and the Treasurer's report through May 2023 were not approved or filed.
Riverwalk Commission
The commission will review updates on the Eagle Street Gateway and South Extension designs. Members will also discuss Fredenhagen Park fountain and maintenance. Additionally, the body will approve previous meeting minutes and receive financial and park district reports.
- Update on Eagle Street Gateway Design
- South Extension Preliminary Design
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain and Maintenance updates
- Approval of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of May Riverwalk financial report
The Commission announced an $800,000 state grant for the South Extension project and approved the May 10 meeting minutes and the May 4 Asset Management Plan Walk summary. Members discussed potential repairs or replacements for the Fredenhagen Park Fountain and deferred a decision on the installation of charitable 'Giving Machines' to city staff.
- Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved May 4, 2023 Asset Management Plan Walk summary
- Deferred decision on Giving Machines installation to Bill Novack regarding property ownership
Board of Fire and Police
The Naperville Board of Fire and Police will consider several actions regarding police officer candidates. The board will also review past meeting minutes and session recordings.
- Approval of the hire of one lateral police officer candidate
- Continuing the recruitment process for three additional police officer candidates
- Review and approval of May 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of closed session executive summary from November 9, 2021
- Review of open session zoom recordings from October 12 to November 23, 2021
The Board of Fire and Police approved the hiring of one lateral police officer candidate and the continued processing of three other candidates. The board also approved several sets of past meeting minutes and recordings.
- Approved hire of police officer lateral candidate #1 (3-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer candidate #7 (3-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #4 (3-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #5 (3-0)
- Approved open session minutes from May 23, 2023 (3-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from November 9, 2021 (3-0)
- Approved open session zoom recordings from October 12, 2021 through November 23, 2021 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests and code changes. These include entitlements for the Mill & Bauer Townhomes and variances for Franklin Flats and a property on Mortonsberry Drive. The commission will also consider amendments to industrial district zoning regulations.
- Entitlements for 27W280 Bauer Road (Mill & Bauer Townhomes)
- Variance for 818 E. Franklin Avenue and 25 N. Huffman Street (Franklin Flats)
- Fence variance for 947 Mortonsberry Drive
- Amendments to industrial district zoning regulations
- Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved text amendments to industrial zoning regulations and granted variances for a duplex project and a residential fence. A public hearing regarding the Mill & Bauer Townhomes development was continued to a later date.
- Approved text amendments to Chapter 1 and Article B of the Naperville Municipal Code regarding Industrial Districts (8-0)
- Approved variance for two duplex buildings at 818 E. Franklin Avenue and 25 N. Huffman Street (8-0)
- Approved variance for a 5’ fence at 947 Mortonsberry Drive (8-0)
- Continued public hearing for 27W280 Bauer Road (Mill & Bauer Townhomes) to June 21, 2023 (8-0)
- Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several contract awards for street resurfacing, water works improvements, and pump replacements. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding parking zones, traffic control, and THC sale restrictions. A public hearing is scheduled for the enlargement of Special Service Area #33.
- $3,863,694.50 contract for 2023 Street Resurfacing Program
- $1,430,000 pump replacement at South Operation Center
- Ordinance to prohibit THC sales and possession to individuals under age 21
- Permit for the Naperville Community Fireworks Show on July 4, 2023
- $1,248,500 heavy-duty rescue squad vehicle replacement
The City Council approved several high-value technology and maintenance contracts and passed ordinances regarding parking zones and THC sales. The Council also approved conditional uses for the Saddlewood Commercial Complex and Riddlebox Escape Room.
- Approved VMware Annual Maintenance Renewal to Zones, LLC (max $230,724.74)
- Approved Veeam Renewal to Hewlett Packard Enterprise (max $186,688)
- Approved Tree Trimming, Removal and Disposal contract to Lewis Tree Service (max $324,720.50)
- Approved Darktrace EIS and Antigena contract to SHI International Corporation (max $574,886)
- Approved Change Order #4 for Traffic Signal and Street Light Maintenance to Meade, Inc. (max $111,614.47)
- Passed ordinance prohibiting sale/possession of THC products to individuals under 21
- Approved conditional use and setback variance for 4003-4083 S Route 59
- Approved conditional use for 125-127 S. Washington St (Riddlebox Escape Room)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will discuss several ongoing projects, including the Eagle Street Gateway design update and Washington Street Bridge construction. Members will also review updates regarding Fredenhagen Park and the Riverwalk Master Plan.
- Eagle Street Gateway Design Update
- Washington Street Bridge Construction update
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain and maintenance
- Riverwalk Master Plan and Bicentennial Fund
- Approval of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
The committee did not take any formal action or vote on any items because a quorum of members was not present. Members discussed updates regarding the Fredenhagen Park Fountain, the Riverwalk Master Plan, and the Eagle Street Gateway project.
- No vote taken to approve May 2, 2023 minutes (no quorum)
Transportation Advisory Board
The board will review recommendations regarding a new no-parking zone on Highland Avenue. Other items include amendments to the 2023-2024 Annual New Sidewalk Program and updates to truck route ordinances.
- Establish a 'No Parking Zone' on north side of Highland Avenue from Brainard Street
- Amend the 2023-2024 Annual New Sidewalk Program
- Amend existing truck route ordinances for IDOT terminology and weight restrictions
The Transportation Advisory Board approved a new no-parking zone on Highland Avenue and amendments to truck route ordinances for IDOT compliance. The board also approved changes to the 2023-2024 Annual New Sidewalk Program.
- Approved May 4, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved 'No Parking Zone' on north side of Highland Avenue from Brainard Street centerline to 171 feet east (6-0)
- Approved amendment to 2023-2024 Annual New Sidewalk Program (5-1)
- Approved amendment to truck route ordinances for IDOT terminology and city weight restrictions (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Historic Preservation Commission
The commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 146 N Loomis Street. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 1, 2022, meeting.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 146 N Loomis Street (COA 23-1004)
- Approval of December 1, 2022, meeting minutes
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a change in material for front porch stairs at 146 N Loomis Street. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from December 1, 2022.
- Approved COA 23-1004 for front porch stair material change at 146 N Loomis St (5-0)
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Public Utilities Advisory Board
The board will receive several financial and operational reports regarding city utilities. These include year-end and year-to-date updates for both water and electric services.
- Water 2022 Year End Financial Packet
- Water 2023 YTD (1st Q) Water Supply Report
- Electric Utilities Preliminary 2022 Financial Summary
- Electric Utilities 2022 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
- Electric Utilities SAIDI P12 2022 Report
The board approved the meeting minutes from November 10, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of receiving various financial, supply, and capital improvement reports for water and electric utilities.
- Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board will review a resolution to amend its rules and approve previous meeting minutes. Action items include continuing the process for a police officer lateral candidate.
- Resolution No. 2023-1 amending Board rules
- Approval of May 9, 2023 open session minutes
- Police Officer lateral candidate process
- Review of October 12, 2021 executive summary minutes
The Board approved Resolution No. 2023-1 to amend its Rules and Regulations. Members also approved the continuation of a lateral police officer candidate and two sets of previous meeting minutes.
- Approved Resolution No. 2023-1 amending Board Rules (5-0)
- Approved open session minutes from May 9, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved continuing the process for Police Officer lateral candidate #1 (5-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from October 12, 2021 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will review the March 8, 2023, minutes and receive the Treasurer’s Report for March 2023. Updates will be provided regarding Sister Cities and the Sister Cities Foundation.
- Approval of March 8, 2023, meeting minutes
- Receipt of March 2023 Treasurer’s Report
- Chairman's report by Lance Fuhrer
- Sister Cities update by Commissioner Alan Lowe
- Sister Cities Foundation update by Shafeek Abubaker
The Commission approved the April 12, 2023, meeting minutes and filed the April 2023 Treasurer's Report. Members discussed task assignments for the upcoming Hispanic Festival and shared updates from the Illinois Sister Cities Conference.
- Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
- Received and filed April 2023 Treasurer's Report showing a balance of $3,211.00
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding several development requests and a proposed zoning amendment. These include reviews for the Saddlewood Commercial Complex, Riddlebox Escape Room, and McAlister’s Deli. The commission will also consider an amendment regarding eating establishments within a PUD.
- Public hearing for 4003-4083 S Route 59 (Saddlewood Commercial Complex)
- Public hearing for 125-127 S. Washington St (Riddlebox Escape Room)
- Zoning amendment regarding eating establishments within a PUD
- Entitlement request for 1296 E. Chicago Avenue (McAlister’s Deli)
- Approval of May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several conditional use requests and zoning variances for commercial properties. Decisions included permitting a daycare at Saddlewood Commercial Complex and an escape room on S. Washington Street. The commission also approved a text amendment regarding eating establishments and entitlements for a McAlister’s Deli.
- Approved daycare conditional use and parking variance at 4003-4083 S Route 59 (6-0)
- Approved Riddlebox Escape Room conditional use at 125-127 S. Washington Street (6-0)
- Approved text amendment to remove PUD requirement for eating establishments in OCI zoning (6-0)
- Approved rezoning, conditional use, and variances for McAlister’s Deli at 1296 E. Chicago Avenue (6-0)
- Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review rezoning and conditional use requests for the Audrey Senior Living Subdivision. The agenda also includes an amendment regarding THC sales and several municipal contract approvals.
- Rezoning of Audrey Senior Living Subdivision from B-2 to OCI
- $9,448,984 bid for Tollway Substation Power Transformers
- $684,300 contract for License Plate Recognition Camera Technology
- Amendment prohibiting THC sales and possession to individuals under 21
- $346,364 purchase of an ambulance replacement
City Council approved $28.5M in cash disbursements and several procurement awards, including license plate recognition technology and emergency vehicle equipment. The Council also held a first reading of a municipal code amendment to prohibit THC product sales to individuals under 21.
- Approved $28,540,912.28 in cash disbursements (9-0)
- Approved $684,300 contract to Flock Safety for License Plate Recognition Camera Technology (9-0)
- Approved $139,300 contract to Centrisys CNP for Springbrook Centrifuge Panel (9-0)
- Approved $346,364 purchase of ambulance replacement from Foster Coach (9-0)
- Approved $140,675 contract to Rush Truck Centers of Illinois for truck body repair/painting (9-0)
- Approved $146,380.30 contract to National Power Rodding Corporation for sanitary main CCTV inspection (9-0)
- Approved $500,000 total award to Alexis Fire for fire gear (9-0)
- Held first reading of amendment to prohibit THC product sales to individuals under 21
🗳️ How they voted (28 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Commission
The Riverwalk Commission will discuss updates on Moser Tower rehabilitation and Washington Street Bridge construction. The meeting includes discussions regarding Fredenhagen Park fountain and maintenance. Members will also receive monthly financial, park district, and public relations reports.
- Updates on Moser Tower Rehabilitation and Washington Street Bridge Construction
- Discussion of Fredenhagen Park fountain and maintenance
- Review of April Riverwalk financial report
- Receipt of monthly Park District and Public Relations reports
The Commission approved the minutes from the April 12, 2023 meeting. Members received updates on the Eagle Street Gateway design, the Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund, and various maintenance projects including the Moser Tower and Fredenhagen Park.
- Approved April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
Board of Fire and Police
The Board will review minutes from previous open and closed sessions. Action items include a police officer lateral candidate review and the destruction of a past Zoom recording.
- Review and approve April 25, 2023, open session minutes
- Continue process for police officer lateral candidate #1
- Review and approve October 12, 2021, executive summary closed session minutes
- Approve destruction of September 20, 2021, open session Zoom meeting recording
The Board of Fire and Police approved the continuation of a police officer lateral candidate. Members also approved the open session minutes from April 25, 2023, and the executive summary closed session minutes from October 12, 2021. The board authorized the destruction of a Zoom recording from September 20, 2021.
- Approved open session minutes from April 25, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #1 (4-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from October 12, 2021 (4-0)
- Approved destruction of open session Zoom recording from September 20, 2021 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Naper Settlement Museum Board
The Naper Settlement Museum Board will review financial reports through March 2023 and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will also receive updates on capital projects, strategic planning, and deferred maintenance.
- Phase II of the Capital Projects
- March 2023 financial reports
- DCEO Tourism Grant update
- Strategic and master planning updates
- Deferred maintenance update
The board approved the February 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, with two abstentions) and the March 2023 financial reports (6-0). Staff reported that school field trips are rebounding, the new Agriculture Center opened, and planning for a new long-range and master plan will begin with a retreat in 2023.
- Approved February 3, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, two abstentions)
- Approved March 2023 financial reports (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Transportation Advisory Board
The Transportation Advisory Board will review recommendations for new traffic controls and parking restrictions. These items include establishing a two-way stop control at a specific intersection and modifying parking zones on Jefferson Avenue and Central Park Road.
- Establish two-way stop control at Sunnybrook Drive/Stauffer Drive/Monterey Court
- Establish 'No Parking Zone' on north side of Jefferson Avenue near Whispering Hills Drive
- Rescind existing 'No Parking' zone and establish 'No parking, stopping, or standing' zone on Central Park Road
The Transportation Advisory Board approved three traffic safety measures: two-way stop control at Sunnybrook Drive/Stauffer Drive/Monterey Court, a no-parking zone on Jefferson Avenue near Whispering Hills Drive, and a no-parking/stopping/standing zone on Central Park Road. All votes were 5-0 with four members absent. The board also heard a police report on distracted driving and motorcycle awareness.
- Approved minutes of February 2, 2023 meeting (5-0)
- Approved two-way stop control at Sunnybrook Drive/Stauffer Drive/Monterey Court (5-0)
- Approved no-parking zone on north side of Jefferson Avenue from 80 ft east to 125 ft west of Whispering Hills Drive centerline (5-0)
- Approved rescinding existing no-parking zone and establishing no-parking/stopping/standing zone on both sides of Central Park Road from 342 ft to 564 ft south of Benton Avenue (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Commission
The Riverwalk Commission will commence the Annual Asset Management Plan Walk. The meeting includes a schedule of upcoming meetings for the commission and planning groups.
- Annual Asset Management Plan Walk
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance for a Dunkin' Go drive-thru at 1671 N. Route 59, reducing parking and setback requirements. It denied a variance for Skinovatio Medical Spa to operate on the first floor at 133 S. Washington Street, citing downtown zoning rules. A variance for yard setbacks at 715 Center Street was also approved.
- Approved variances for Dunkin' Go drive-thru at 1671 N. Route 59, reducing parking from 11 to 10 spaces, ground sign setback from 10 to 7 feet, and allowing parking encroachment into arterial setback (7-0)
- Denied variance for Skinovatio Medical Spa to operate on first floor at 133 S. Washington Street, upholding downtown zoning restrictions (7-0)
- Approved variance to reduce interior side yard setbacks for new single-family home at 715 Center Street (6-0, 1 recused)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review several Riverwalk projects including the Moser Tower rehabilitation and Eagle Street Gateway design. Discussions also cover the Washington Street Bridge construction update and a new accessibility audit.
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain summaries
- Fredenhagen Park Maintenance
- Eagle Street Gateway Design Update
- Washington Street Bridge Construction update
The committee approved the April 4, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed design updates for the Eagle Street Gateway and explored alternatives to the Exchange Club Memories Fountain in Fredenhagen Park. No other substantive votes were taken.
- Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried; Erickson and Sullivan abstained)
City Council
The City Council will consider several contracts, including a $2,369,503 agreement for tree removal and disposal. The agenda also includes amendments to the municipal zoning code and permits for summer community events. Additionally, the council will receive the 2023 first-quarter financial report.
- $2,369,503 contract for tree removal and disposal to Lewis Tree Service
- $860,220 award for 138kV Hitachi Circuit Breakers to Wesco
- Ordinance to add a transitional use (TU) zoning district
- Permits for the Marquette Properties 40th Anniversary and Downtown Car Show
- $213,572 contract for excavation and underground utility repairs
The City Council held a regular meeting with no substantive votes on agenda items. The majority of the meeting consisted of public forum and written comments, with numerous speakers opposing the city's assault weapons sales ban and a few supporting it. Several proclamations were presented, including Mental Health Awareness Month and National Police Week. No decisions were made on the gun ordinance or any other policy matter.
- Presented Accessible Community Task Force student recognition awards
- Proclaimed May 2023 as Mental Health Awareness Month
- Proclaimed May 14-20, 2023 as National Police Week
- Proclaimed May 13, 2023 as Letter Carriers' Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive Day
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council meeting consists of the formal inauguration of the Mayor and Council members. The agenda includes the presentation of colors, a public forum, and the official swearing-in of elected officials.
- Swearing in of Mayor Scott Wehrli
- Swearing in of Councilman Patrick Kelly
- Swearing in of Councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh
- Swearing in of Councilman Josh McBroom
- Swearing in of Councilman Nathan Wilson
The meeting consisted of farewell remarks from the outgoing council and the swearing-in of the new Mayor and Council members. No legislative actions or policy decisions were taken.
- Sworn in Mayor Scott Wehrli
- Sworn in Councilman Patrick Kelly
- Sworn in Councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh
- Sworn in Councilman Josh McBroom
- Sworn in Councilman Nathan Wilson
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review reports from the Police and Fire Departments. The board will also consider approving a recipient for the CAPS Commissioners Award and proceeding with a police officer lateral candidate.
- Police officer lateral candidate progression
- CAPS Commissioners Award recipient approval
- Review of April 11, 2023, meeting minutes
- Review of September 2021 meeting minutes
The Board of Fire and Police approved the continuation of one police officer lateral candidate. The board also approved several sets of open and closed session meeting minutes. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded.
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #1 (5-0)
- Approved recipient of the CAPS Commissioners Award (5-0)
- Approved open session minutes from April 11, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from September 28, 2021 (5-0)
- Approved open session zoom meeting minutes from September 16, 2021 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Financial Advisory Board
The Financial Advisory Board will review the first quarter investment and budget reports. The meeting also includes a discussion on money management and institutional trust services.
- Review of 2023 1st quarter investment report
- Discussion of money management and institutional trust services
- Review of 1st quarter budget report
- Report on the Responsible Bidder Ordinance approved March 21, 2023
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Forest Meadows at 25W462 75th Street and ground sign variances for Cadillac of Naperville. The agenda also includes a proposed text amendment to the Municipal Code regarding eating establishments within a Planned Unit Development.
- Public hearing for 25W462 75th Street (Forest Meadows)
- Public hearing for ground sign variance at 1507 W Ogden Avenue (Cadillac of Naperville)
- Text amendment to Section 6-7F-3:14 regarding eating establishments within a PUD
- Approval of the April 6, 2023, meeting minutes
The Commission approved a rezoning and conditional use request for 38 multi-family units at Forest Meadows. It also granted a sign variance for Cadillac of Naperville and directed staff to start a text amendment regarding eating establishments in PUDs.
- Approved PZC 23-1-007 for 38 multi-family units at 25W462 75th Street (8-0)
- Approved PZC 23-018 for two 20-foot ground signs at 1507 W Ogden Avenue (8-0)
- Directed staff to initiate text amendment PZC 23-1-031 regarding eating establishments in PUDs
- Removed PZC 22-1-010 (Dunkin’ Go) from the agenda
- Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including street resurfacing and sidewalk maintenance. The meeting includes public hearings regarding the Naperville Wheaton Townhomes development. Additionally, the council will review a rezoning request for a medical office building at 10 Martin Avenue.
- $6,720,546.20 contract for 2023 Street Resurfacing Program
- Rezoning of 10 Martin Avenue to a Health Services District
- $1,182,905 for 2023 Sidewalk and Curb Maintenance Program
- Public hearings for Naperville Wheaton Townhomes annexation
- $600,000 contract for the 2023 Street Patching Program
The City Council approved several public works bids for street patching, crackfilling, and micro-surfacing. The council also authorized expenditures of State Motor Fuel tax dollars and passed ordinances for special event traffic controls.
- Approved $29,073,115.02 in cash disbursements (9-0)
- Awarded Concrete Restoration Program to various contractors, not to exceed $350,000 (9-0)
- Awarded 2023 Street Patching Program to Chicagoland Paving Contractors, not to exceed $600,000 plus 3% contingency (9-0)
- Awarded Naper Boulevard Stormwater Lift Station Rehabilitation to Martam Construction, Inc., not to exceed $962,740 plus 3% contingency (9-0)
- Awarded Brush Collection Services to Steve Piper and Sons and Trees “R” Us, Inc., not to exceed $493,936 (9-0)
- Awarded 2023 Micro-Surfacing Program to Microsurfacing Contractors, LLC, not to exceed $848,845.25 plus 3% contingency (9-0)
- Awarded 2023 Crackfilling Program to Denler Inc., not to exceed $331,639 plus 5% contingency (9-0)
- Passed ordinance for Class D - Package Store liquor license variance for Star 7 Corporation at 3027 English Rows Avenue #115 (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
City Council
The agenda for this meeting is focused on a Mayor and City Council orientation. No other specific legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.
- Mayor and City Council Orientation
Sister Cities Commission
The Commission will review the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting and receive the Treasurer’s Report. Updates will be provided by the Chairman, Commissioner Alan Lowe, and Shafeek Abubaker regarding the Sister Cities Foundation.
- Approval of March 8, 2023 minutes
- Receipt of Treasurer’s Report
- Chairman's Report from Lance Fuhrer
- Sister Cities Update/News from Alan Lowe
- Sister Cities Foundation update from Shafeek Abubaker
The Commission voted to participate in the KidsMatter Kite Fly Festival Games Around the World on June 4. The body also approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting.
- Approved participation in KidsMatter Kite Fly Festival Games Around the World on June 4 (7-0)
- Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Riverwalk Commission
The Riverwalk Commission will discuss several ongoing projects, including Moser Tower rehabilitation and Washington Street Bridge construction. The meeting includes reviews of monthly financial and park district reports. Additionally, a request regarding food service at the Fredenhagen Park Building will be addressed.
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation update
- Fredenhagen Park fountain and maintenance updates
- Washington Street Bridge construction update
- Request to use Fredenhagen Park Building for food service
- Review of March financial report
The Commission approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting. Members discussed ongoing maintenance at Fredenhagen Park and the progress of the Washington Street bridge construction. The group reached a consensus that the Fredenhagen Park building is currently unsuitable for food service due to accessibility issues.
- Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (carried with one abstention)
- Scheduled Annual Asset Management Plan Walk for May 4, 2023
Board of Fire and Police
The Board will review minutes from previous sessions and consider the destruction of past Zoom meeting records. Action items include approving various firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates for hire or continued processing.
- Appeal request of firefighter/paramedic candidate #1423-0457
- Hiring of firefighter/paramedic candidates #7, 17 and 27
- Hiring of police officer original appointment candidate #3 and lateral candidates #2 and 3
- Continued process for police officer lateral candidate #12
- Destruction of open session zoom meetings from September 7, 2021
The Board of Fire and Police authorized the hiring of several police and fire department candidates. One firefighter/paramedic appeal request was denied. The board also approved various meeting minutes and the destruction of old Zoom recordings.
- Approved hiring firefighter/paramedic candidates #7, 17, and 27 (4-0)
- Approved hiring police officer original appointment candidate #3 and lateral candidates #2 and 3 (4-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #1 (4-0)
- Denied appeal request of firefighter/paramedic candidate #14 (4-0)
- Approved open session minutes from March 28, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from September 16, 2021 (4-0)
- Approved destruction of open session zoom meetings from September 7, 2021 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Liquor Commission
The Naperville Liquor Commission is reviewing two new business items regarding liquor licenses. These include a square footage variance request from Star 7 and an entertainment permit addition for Vasili. The commission will also approve meeting minutes from November 3, 2022.
- Star 7's request for a Class D liquor license square footage variance
- Vasili’s request to add an Entertainment Permit to their Class B license
- Approval of November 3, 2022, meeting minutes
The Commission recommended that City Council approve a square footage variance for Star 7's Class D liquor license to allow relocation. A request for an entertainment permit at Vasili’s was deferred pending a sound study and neighbor consultation. The Commission also discussed increasing penalties for tobacco violations.
- Recommended approval of Star 7's square footage variance for Class D liquor license (8-0)
- Deferred Vasili’s entertainment permit request pending sound study and neighbor discussion
- Approved liquor commission meeting minutes from November 3, 2022 (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding property variances for 104 Triton Lane. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting.
- Variance request for yard requirements and driveway design at 104 Triton Lane
- Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved variances for the property at 104 Triton Lane regarding yard setbacks and driveway design. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2023 meeting.
- Approved PZC 22-1-125 granting variances for rear yard, corner side yard setbacks, and driveway taper distance at 104 Triton Lane (7-0)
- Approved March 15, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Council will review a rezoning request and development plans for Riverwalk Place at 415 Jackson Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions regarding financial assistance options for the Naperville Tornado Relief Fund.
- Rezoning of 415 Jackson Avenue to B5 (Secondary Downtown District)
- Transformer qualification contract award up to $7,300,000
- Landscape and mowing services contract up to $1,552,894
- Sanitary sewer main lining contract up to $635,713.50
- Financial assistance options for the Naperville Tornado Relief Fund
City Council approved several infrastructure and maintenance contracts and rezoned property at 415 Jackson Avenue. The council denied a fire suppression installation extension for 19 N. Washington Street and held a first reading on repealing the campaign disclosure ordinance.
- Approved up to $500,000 for Naperville Tornado Relief Fund (8-1)
- Approved rezoning of 415 Jackson Avenue to B5 Secondary Downtown District (9-0)
- Approved preliminary/final plat and front yard setback variance for Riverwalk Place (9-0)
- Denied fire suppression installation extension for 19 N. Washington Street (8-0, 1 recused)
- Approved $7.3M transformer qualifications award to UUSCO of Illinois and WEG Transformers USA (9-0)
- Approved $1.95M sanitary sewer service lateral lining contract (9-0)
- Approved $1.55M landscape and mowing services contract (9-0)
- Passed ordinance transferring $17.89M of 2023 Volume Cap to Town of Normal (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review several Riverwalk projects including Moser Tower rehabilitation and Fredenhagen Park maintenance. Discussion includes the South Extension preliminary design and an update on Washington Street Bridge construction.
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain
- Fredenhagen Park Maintenance
- Riverwalk Master Plan
- Washington Street Bridge Construction
The committee approved meeting minutes from January and February 2023. Members discussed updates on the Moser Tower rehabilitation, the Eagle Street Gateway project, and preliminary designs for the South Extension. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the session.
- Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved January 31, 2023 meeting minutes
- Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
- Set tentative date for Asset Management Plan Walk for May 4 at 3:00 p.m.
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review several candidate applications. Action items include approving hires, continuing the process for specific candidates, and reviewing appeal requests.
- Approve the appeal of police officer lateral candidate #423-0385
- Approve authorizations to hire multiple firefighter/paramedic candidates
- Approve authorizations to hire two police officer candidates
- Approve continuing the process for several police and fire candidates
The Board voted to authorize the hiring of multiple firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates. Several other candidates were removed from the hiring process or had their appeals denied. Some hiring authorizations were tabled for the next meeting.
- Approved hiring of firefighter/paramedic candidates #11, #20, #21, #22, and #25 (5-0)
- Approved hiring of police officer original appointment candidate #6 (5-0)
- Denied appeal of police officer lateral candidate #4 (5-0)
- Removed firefighter/paramedic candidates #40 and #14 from the process (5-0)
- Removed police officer original appointment candidate #11 from the process (5-0)
- Approved police officer lateral candidate #3 to continue in the process (5-0)
- Tabled hiring authorizations for firefighter/paramedic candidates #7 and #17 and police officer candidate #3 (5-0)
- Approved open session minutes from March 14, 2023 (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
SECA Commission
The commission will review the CY23 SECA Grant Fund application cycle and discuss recommendations for CY24. Members are also scheduled to discuss the commission's role in upcoming public arts and city beautification initiatives.
- Review of CY23 SECA Grant Fund application/approval cycle
- Discussion of SECA Commission role in public arts and city beautification
- Approval of the CY24 SECA Grant Fund application timeline
- Approval of the 2023 meeting schedule
The Commission approved a requirement for sitting members to file Disclosure of Interest forms when applying for SECA funding for organizations they lead or join. The body also approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the CY24 grant application timeline.
- Approved requirement for Commissioners to file Disclosure of Interest forms when applying for SECA funding (9-0)
- Approved CY24 SECA Grant Fund application timeline
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)
- Denied consensus to create subcommittees for mission statement, manual, and policy accountability review
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances to establish the Block 59 Business District and approve a redevelopment agreement with Brixmor Heritage Square, LLC. The meeting also includes a public hearing for streetscape improvements on Washington Street. Additionally, the council will consider various infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases.
- Establishment of the Block 59 Business District and related redevelopment agreement
- Award of $3,063,333 for EMS cardiac monitors and autopulses
- Award of $2,288,763 for Springbrook Water Reclamation Center South Plant Expansion
- Public hearing for Washington Street streetscape improvements (SSA No. 35)
- Award of $1,028,350 for new and replacement PCs
Council approved several ordinances for the Block 59 development, including a Business District designation and redevelopment agreement. The Council also passed a Responsible Bidder Ordinance to modify purchasing policies. Additionally, several high-value contracts for EMS equipment, IT hardware, and water reclamation were awarded.
- Passed Responsible Bidder Ordinance to modify purchasing policies (7-2)
- Approved Block 59 PUD, preliminary plat, and revocation of previous PUD (8-1)
- Designated Block 59 as a Business District and approved redevelopment agreement (6-3)
- Approved $3,063,333 contract for EMS Cardiac Monitors to Zoll Medical Corporation (9-0)
- Approved $2,288,763 contract for Springbrook Water Reclamation Center expansion to Donohue & Associates, Inc. (9-0)
- Approved $1,028,350 for new and replacement PCs from CDS Office Technologies and Insight Public Sector (9-0)
- Directed staff to prepare ordinance for Special Service Area No. 35 for Washington Street streetscape (8-1)
- Approved $27,860,963.94 in cash disbursements for February 2023 (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Emergency Telephone System Board
The Emergency Telephone System Board will review E911 surcharge payments from December 2022 through February 2023. The board will also consider reimbursement expenditures and fund transfers for the cities of Naperville and Aurora.
- Review of E911 surcharge payments (Dec 1, 2022 – Feb 28, 2023)
- Naperville expenditure reimbursements (Dec 1, 2022 – Feb 28, 2023)
- Budget transfer from the E911 Fund to the City of Naperville
- Aurora expenditure reimbursements (Dec 1, 2022 – Feb 28, 2023)
- Withdrawal from the E911 Fund to the City of Aurora
The Emergency Telephone System Board approved several reimbursement payments and budget transfers for the City of Naperville and the City of Aurora. The board also approved the meeting minutes from December 15, 2022.
- Approved December 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Naperville expenditures for reimbursement totaling $962,718.41 (unanimous)
- Approved budget transfer from E911 Fund to City of Naperville General Fund totaling $763,431.88 (unanimous)
- Approved Aurora expenditures for reimbursement totaling $1,198,640.87 (unanimous)
- Approved withdrawal from E911 Fund to the City of Aurora totaling $588,963.28 (unanimous)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding several local development projects. These include Riverwalk Place, a vacant property at Diehl Road and Mill Street, and the Naperville Wheaton Townhomes. The commission is also scheduled to approve minutes from the February 15, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for Riverwalk Place at 415 Jackson Avenue
- Public hearing for vacant property at southwest corner of Diehl Road and Mill Street (Orion/Prosperita)
- Public hearing for property at northeast corner of 83rd Street and Route 59 (Jet Brite)
- Public hearing for Naperville Wheaton Townhomes (Pearl Subdivision) at 5S275 and 5s311 Naperville/Wheaton Road
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved rezoning and variances for Riverwalk Place, the Orion/Prosperita property, and Naperville Wheaton Townhomes. A request for a Jet Brite car wash facility at 83rd Street and Route 59 was denied.
- Approved rezoning to B5 and front yard setback variance for 415 Jackson Avenue (8-0)
- Approved rezoning to OCI, conditional use for single family attached dwellings, and three variances for Diehl Road and Mill Street (8-0)
- Denied rezoning to B2 and PUD use for Jet Brite car wash at 83rd Street and Route 59 (3-5)
- Approved density, setback, masonry, guest parking, and garage parking variances for 5S275 and 5S311 Naperville-Wheaton Road (7-1)
- Removed PZC #23-1-1 from the agenda as the case was withdrawn
- Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review several candidate applications for various roles. Action items include approving specific individuals to continue in the hiring process for firefighter/paramedic and police officer positions.
- Approval of 9 firefighter/paramedic candidates
- Approval of 4 police officer lateral candidates
- Approval of 1 police officer original appointment candidate
- Review of February 28, 2023 open session minutes
- Review of August 24, 2021 executive summary closed session minutes
The Board of Fire and Police voted to allow multiple firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates to continue in the hiring process. Two police candidates were removed from the process, and one firefighter candidate was held for the next meeting. The board also approved previous meeting minutes and recordings.
- Approved continuing process for firefighter/paramedic candidates #7, #8, #11, #17, #25, #27, #31, and #29 (4-0)
- Held firefighter/paramedic candidate #14 for next meeting (4-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidates #1, #2, and #3 (4-0)
- Removed police officer lateral candidate #4 from process (4-0)
- Removed police officer original appointment candidate #10 from process (4-0)
- Approved open session minutes from February 28, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from August 24, 2021 (4-0)
- Approved open session zoom recordings from July 14, 2020 through June 8, 2021 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (18 roll-call votes)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will review the February 8, 2023, minutes and receive the Treasurer’s Report for January through February 2023. The agenda includes reports from the Chairman, Sister Cities Update/News, and the Sister Cities Foundation.
- Approval of February 8, 2023, meeting minutes
- Receipt of Treasurer’s Report for January through February 2023
- Chairman's Report - Chairman Fuhrer
- Sister Cities Update/News - Chairman Lowe
- Sister Cities Foundation Update - Shafeek Abubaker
Riverwalk Commission
The Commission will discuss direction for Fredenhagen Park maintenance and review several ongoing Riverwalk projects. Members will also receive financial, Park District, and public relations reports.
- Fredenhagen Park Ipe wood and structure maintenance discussion
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation update
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain update
- Riverwalk Master Plan update
- South Extension preliminary design update
The Commission reached a consensus to move forward with Concept B for the South Extension and requested revised cost estimates to target a 2024 construction start. Members also discussed maintenance bids for Fredenhagen Park and the impact of Washington Street Bridge construction on Rotary Plaza.
- Selected Concept B for the South Extension design
- Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes
- Directed staff to collect separate bids for cleaning and sealing Fredenhagen Park structures
City Council
The City Council will review several consent agenda items, including utility and maintenance contracts. Key actions include a $6,560,000 property sale and the annexation and rezoning of the Naperville Polo Club property.
- Sale of 12.55 acres at Route 59 and 103rd Street to LTF Real Estate Company for $6,560,000
- Annexation, rezoning, and PUD establishment for Naperville Polo Club
- Approval of $2,200,000 for Downtown Washington Street Bridge Improvements
- Approval of $957,525.26 for 248th Avenue Phase II Engineering
- Public hearing regarding the Naperville Affordable Housing Plan
The City Council approved the annexation and R2 rezoning of the Naperville Polo Club property, including a preliminary PUD and subdivision plat. Council also voted to transition all commuter parking to a daily fee system, eliminating quarterly permits. Additionally, the city authorized the sale of 12.55 acres of property to LTF Real Estate Company for $6,560,000.
- Approved sale of 12.55 acres at Route 59 and 103rd Street to LTF Real Estate Company for $6,560,000 (9-0)
- Approved annexation and R2 rezoning of Naperville Polo Club (9-0)
- Approved preliminary PUD and subdivision plat for Naperville Polo Club (9-0)
- Approved transition of all commuter parking to daily fee and elimination of quarterly permits (Voice vote)
- Adopted resolution endorsing the Naperville Affordable Housing Plan (Voice vote)
- Approved $2.2M in State Rebuild Illinois funds for Downtown Washington Street Bridge Improvements (Adopted)
- Approved $957,525.26 in State Rebuild Illinois funds for 248th Avenue Phase II Engineering (Adopted)
- Approved boundary line agreement with Village of Plainfield (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission
The Commission will review the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes a review of Complaint #42022 to direct staff actions.
- Approval of January 9, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Complaint #42022
The Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission voted to close a complaint against Tapestry Apartments regarding alleged discrimination based on disability and source of income. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 9, 2023 meeting.
- Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Closed Complaint #42022 against Tapestry Apartments (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will review several ongoing Riverwalk projects including Moser Tower and the South Extension. Members will also discuss direction for maintaining Ipe wood and structures at Fredenhagen Park.
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain
- Riverwalk Master Plan
- Riverwood Bicentennial Fund
- South Extension Preliminary Design
The committee did not have enough members present to establish a quorum, so no formal votes or actions were taken. Members discussed the Eagle Street Gateway project, Fredenhagen Park maintenance, and the South Extension preliminary design.
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review candidate progress for several firefighter/paramedic and police officer roles. The meeting also includes department reports and approval of previous minutes.
- Continuing recruitment process for six firefighter/paramedic candidates
- Continuing recruitment process for police officer original appointment candidate #3
- Continuing recruitment process for two police officer lateral candidates
- Approval of February 14, 2023, open session minutes
The Board of Fire and Police approved the continuation of the hiring process for six firefighter/paramedic candidates and six police officer candidates. The board also approved previous meeting minutes.
- Approved continuing process for firefighter/paramedic candidates #20, #21, #22, #25, #27, and #31 (5-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer original appointment candidates #3 and #6 (5-0)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidates #1 and #4 (5-0)
- Approved open session minutes from February 14, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from August 17, 2023 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a $6,560,000 agreement to sell 12.55 acres of city property to LTF Real Estate Company. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the Block 59 Business District Plan and an associated one percent business district tax. The council will also review several bids for water main replacement and parking facility maintenance.
- Sale of 12.55 acres at Route 59 and 103rd Street to LTF Real Estate Company for $6,560,000
- Public hearing for Block 59 Business District Plan and a one percent business district tax
- Bid award for 11th Avenue Water Main Replacement up to $2,130,027
- Bid award for Residential Water Meter Replacement Program up to $1,570,330
- Bid award for Van Buren Parking Facility Maintenance Improvements up to $1,071,088
City Council approved the Block 59 Business District Plan and a corresponding 1% tax. The council also awarded several infrastructure contracts for water mains, meters, and parking facility maintenance. A proposed $6.56 million land sale to LTF Real Estate Company was tabled.
- Approved Block 59 Business District Plan and 1% tax (6-3)
- Approved $1,071,088 Van Buren Parking Facility maintenance contract (9-0)
- Approved $1,570,330 residential water meter replacement contract (9-0)
- Approved $2,130,027 11th Avenue water main replacement contract (9-0)
- Approved $588,380 biosolids removal services contract (8-1)
- Tabled $6,560,000 sale of 12.55 acres to LTF Real Estate Company
- Approved CY2023 SECA Grant Fund Program Allocations (9-0)
- Passed ordinances for The Belvedere final plat and PUD plat (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding various land use changes. These include a major change for an automobile service station at 1290 S Route 59 and a multi-tenant commercial building at 1336 N Route 59. The commission will also consider projects for Block 59 and Audrey Senior Residences.
- Major change to automobile service station at 1290 S Route 59 (Casey’s)
- Public hearing for 404 S. Route 59 and 2707 Aurora Avenue (Block 59)
- Commercial building deviations at 1336 N Route 59 (Design Pointe PUD)
- Public hearing for 2939 Audrey Avenue (Audrey Senior Residences)
- Approval of February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a rezoning and conditional use for senior residences on Audrey Avenue. The commission also approved commercial requests for properties on Route 59, including a service station and a multi-tenant building.
- Approved major change to conditional use for automobile service station at 1290 S Route 59 (9-0)
- Approved conditional use, parking reduction, light pole height, and sign deviations for 404 S Route 59 and 2707 Aurora Avenue (9-0)
- Denied deviation to eliminate the bypass lane for building L at 404 S Route 59 and 2707 Aurora Avenue (9-0)
- Approved parking and sign setback deviations for multi-tenant commercial building at 1336 N Route 59 (9-0)
- Approved rezoning to OCI district, conditional use for convalescent home, and height, parking, and landscape variances for 2939 Audrey Avenue (9-0)
- Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will vote on continuing the recruitment process for several firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates. The agenda also includes reviewing minutes from previous sessions.
- Continuing recruitment process for multiple firefighter/paramedic candidates
- Authorization to hire a lateral police officer candidate
- Continuing recruitment process for two police officer original appointment candidates
- Review and approval of January 24, 2023 minutes
The Board of Fire and Police voted to advance several firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates through the hiring process. One firefighter/paramedic candidate was removed from the process. The board also approved previous meeting minutes.
- Approved continuing firefighter/paramedic candidates #4, #7, #11, #17, #19, #20, #21, and #22 (5-0 each)
- Approved continuing firefighter/paramedic candidate #8 (4-1)
- Removed firefighter/paramedic candidate #16 from the process (5-0)
- Approved authorization to hire police officer lateral candidate #3 (5-0)
- Approved continuing police officer original appointment candidates #3 and #6 (5-0 each)
- Approved open session minutes from January 24, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from August 10, 2021 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will approve the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. Members will provide updates on the Alebrije Sculpture project and the Sister Cities Foundation. The agenda also includes a budget report for fiscal year 2022.
- Approval of January 24, 2023 minutes
- Alebrije Sculpture update
- FY 2022 budget report
- Sister Cities Foundation update
The Commission approved the minutes from the January 24, 2023 meeting. Members discussed potential new sister city partnerships in Ireland, Panama, India, and China, and noted that the Alebrije Sculpture will not visit Naperville this year.
- Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Filed January 8, 2023 Treasurer's Report
- Filed FY 2022 Budget Report
Riverwalk Commission
The commission will discuss updates regarding the Moser Tower rehabilitation and the Fredenhagen Park Fountain. The meeting also includes discussions on the Riverwalk Master Plan and the Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund. Additionally, the body will receive monthly reports from the Park District and Public Relations.
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation update
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain update
- Riverwalk Master Plan discussion
- Approval of January 11, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of January financial report
The Riverwalk Commission voted to add a voting member from the Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund and recommended that City Council amend the municipal code to increase the commission size from 12 to 13. The body also reviewed updates on the Eagle Street Gateway project and the South Extension renderings.
- Approved recommendation to City Council to increase commission members from 12 to 13 (Unanimous)
- Approved January 11, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a purchase and sale agreement for 4.68 acres of city property to develop affordable senior and IDD housing. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Program allocation. Several infrastructure contracts and street paving change orders are scheduled for approval.
- Purchase and sale agreement for 4.68 acres of city property for affordable senior and IDD housing
- $2,458,000 contract for Main Street and Washington Street water main and roadway improvements
- $535,000 allocation for the Community Development Block Grant Program Year 2023
- $180,487.27 contract for Fire Station 10 overhead door replacement
- Ordinance for a new single-family home at 525 E. Hillside Road
City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $2.46M water main project and a sale of city land for affordable senior and IDD housing. The council also approved a $535,000 CDBG annual action plan and a temporary construction staging area for Target.
- Approved $2.46M contract for Main Street and Washington Street Water Main and Roadway Improvements (9-0)
- Approved Purchase and Sale Agreement for 4.68 acres for affordable senior and IDD housing (9-0)
- Approved $535,000 CDBG Program Year 2023 Annual Action Plan (9-0)
- Passed ordinance for Block 59 Business District and scheduled public hearing for Feb 21 (6-3)
- Approved Temporary Use request for Target construction staging area at 1951 W. Jefferson Avenue (Voice Vote)
- Approved $672,400 ESRI ArcGIS Utility Network Implementation contract (9-0)
- Approved $180,487.27 Fire Station 10 overhead door replacement (9-0)
- Directed staff to research ARPA funding for Naperville Tornado Relief and draft a DuPage Monarch Project resolution
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Naper Settlement Museum Board
The board will review the November 2022 financial report and December 2, 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates on new museum buildings and progress regarding Capital Project Phase II.
- Approval of December 2, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of November 2022 financial report
- Updates on Naper Settlement's new buildings
- Discussion of Capital Project Phase II funding from NHS
- Review of attendance and demographic reports through December 2022
The Board approved the meeting minutes from December 2022 and the financial report for the month ending November 30, 2022. Members received updates on the construction of the Ag Center and Innovation Gateway, as well as progress on Phase II of the Capital Project.
- Approved December 2, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved November 2022 financial report (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Transportation Advisory Board
The Transportation Advisory Board will consider a recommendation to establish two-way stop controls at various uncontrolled intersections throughout Naperville. The meeting also includes a presentation on eBikes from the NEST/TAB Working Group on Bikeability and Walkability.
- Recommendation for two-way stop controls at various uncontrolled intersections
- NEST/TAB Working Group presentation on eBikes
- Approval of December 1, 2022 meeting minutes
The Transportation Advisory Board approved the establishment of two-way stop controls at several uncontrolled intersections in Naperville. The board also received a presentation on eBike capabilities and safety concerns.
- Approved recommendation to establish two-way stop controls at various uncontrolled intersections (6-0)
- Approved December 1, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Received NEST/TAB Working Group presentation on eBikes (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a variance to reduce required off-street parking for the property at 1967 Glacier Park Avenue (Freddy’s). The commission will also review the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting.
- Public hearing for a parking variance at 1967 Glacier Park Avenue
- Approval of the January 18, 2023, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a variance to reduce required off-street parking for a fast food establishment. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting.
- Approved variance PZC 22-1-091 to reduce required off-street parking at 1967 Glacier Park Avenue (6-0)
- Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee is reviewing several ongoing projects, including Moser Tower Rehabilitation and the Fredenhagen Park Fountain. The meeting also includes a preliminary design discussion for the South Extension.
- Approval of January 3, 2023 meeting minutes
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain
- Riverwalk Master Plan
- South Extension preliminary design discussion
The committee did not take any official action or vote on any items because not enough members were present to establish a quorum. The meeting consisted of staff reports and project updates.
Financial Advisory Board
The Financial Advisory Board will receive annual reports from PFM Asset Management and Loop Capital Asset Management. The board will also review the 2022 fourth quarter investment report. Additionally, members will review the City's Investment and Cash Management Policy.
- Annual report from PFM Asset Management
- Annual report from Loop Capital Asset Management
- 2022 4th quarter investment report
- Review of City Investment and Cash Management Policy
- Approval of November 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Board of Fire and Police
The board will consider approving a new Secretary and reviewing past meeting minutes. Action items include decisions on firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates.
- Approval of new Board Secretary (23-0073)
- Review of January 10, 2023, open session minutes (23-0074)
- Appeal request for firefighter/paramedic candidate #6 (23-0075)
- Decisions on multiple firefighter/paramedic and police officer candidates
- Review of July 27, 2021, executive summary closed session minutes (23-0083)
The Board approved the progression of seven firefighter/paramedic candidates and one lateral police officer candidate. The Board also approved the appointment of a new Secretary and the open session minutes from January 10, 2023.
- Approved new Secretary for the board (5-0)
- Approved open session minutes from January 10, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved appeal request for firefighter/paramedic candidate #6 (3-0-2)
- Approved continuing process for firefighter/paramedic candidate #3 (3-0-2)
- Approved continuing process for firefighter/paramedic candidates #4, #7, #8, #11, and #17 (3-0-2 each)
- Approved continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #3 (3-0-2)
- Approved executive summary closed session minutes from July 27, 2021 (3-0-2)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Sister Cities Commission
The commission will review reports from the Chairman, Treasurer, and Sister Cities Foundation. The body will also consider approving the minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting.
- Approval of October 11, 2022, meeting minutes
- Chairman's report by Lance Fuhrer
- Sister Cities Foundation report by Shafeek Abubaker
- Treasurer's report by Neelam Saboo
The Commission approved the minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting. Members discussed potential cost-sharing for fencing between the Irish and Hispanic festivals and the possibility of adding a city in Ireland as a Sister City. A proposal to bring a Mexican alebrije sculpture to the area was discussed and referred back for further detail.
- Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several property requests. These include variances for auxiliary parking, a detached garage, and a new single-family home. The commission will also review the minutes from the December 21, 2022 meeting.
- Variance for auxiliary parking at 203 S Columbia Street
- Public hearing for 1701 Quincy Ave Suite 17 - 19 (Align Ministries)
- Variance for a detached garage at 2517 Lindenwood Lane
- Variance and deviation for a new single-family home at 525 E. Hillside Road
- Approval of December 21, 2022, meeting minutes
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several requests for residential variances and a conditional use permit for a public assembly. Decisions included allowing a parking space and garage setbacks at three residential properties and a setback reduction for a new home. A request for Align Ministries to operate in an industrial district was also approved.
- Approved variance for auxiliary parking space at 203 S. Columbia Street (5-1)
- Approved conditional use for Align Ministries at 1701 Quincy Avenue Suite 17-19 (6-0)
- Approved variance for detached garage at 2517 Lindenwood Lane (6-0)
- Approved variance and deviation for front yard setback at 525 E. Hillside Road (6-0)
- Approved minutes of the December 21, 2022 meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the establishment of the Block 59 Business District Plan and an associated one percent tax. The agenda also includes discussions on historic preservation landmark designations and the Affordable Housing Incentive Program. Additionally, the council will review various contract awards and disbursements.
- Public hearing for the Block 59 Business District Plan and a one percent business district tax
- Ordinance amending historic preservation rules regarding landmark designations
- $162,750 payment to DuPage County for the North Aurora Road Underpass project
- Contract award to Amazon for general supplies up to $250,000
- Parking ordinance changes for Shandrew Drive and Blakely Lane
The City Council approved the Block 59 Business District Plan with a 1% tax and specific boundary and infrastructure requirements. Council also voted to support the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and passed an amendment to the historic preservation ordinance.
- Approved Block 59 Business District Plan with 1% tax, excluding northern 20 acres and requiring developer pay 50% of a Jefferson Street traffic signal (6-3)
- Supported the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) (Voice vote)
- Passed ordinance amending Historic Preservation landmark designation and owner consent (9-0)
- Overturned Zoning Administrator's interpretation of a setback variance for a porch construction (9-0)
- Approved overnight parking exemption for Vintage Club on Shandrew Drive and Blakely Lane (6-3)
- Approved parking restrictions on west side of Shandrew Drive and north side of Blakley Lane (6-3)
- Approved $37,559,016.83 in cash disbursements for Dec 2022 (9-0)
- Approved $162,750 payment to DuPage County for North Aurora Road Underpass wetland mitigation (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Riverwalk Commission
The Riverwalk Commission will discuss funding for the Eagle Street Gateway Project. The meeting also includes updates on Moser Tower Rehabilitation and Fredenhagen Park Fountain. Members will review financial reports and committee minutes.
- Eagle Street Gateway Project Funding
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain
- Riverwalk Master Plan
- Riverwalk Bicentennial Fund
The Commission approved the meeting minutes from December 14, 2022. Members received updates on the Eagle Street Gateway funding and the Moser Tower rehabilitation. No other substantive votes were recorded.
- Approved December 14, 2022 meeting minutes
Board of Fire and Police
The Board of Fire and Police will review candidate progress for several firefighter/paramedic and police officer positions. The agenda also includes reviewing meeting minutes and considering a suspension of certain application document requirements.
- Continuing process for firefighter/paramedic candidates #123-0028, #223-0029, and #623-0030
- Authorization to hire police officer lateral candidates #123-0031 and #223-0032
- Continuing process for police officer lateral candidate #323-0033
- Suspending section 4.03 requirement for certain application documents
- Reviewing December 13, 2022, open session minutes
The Board of Fire and Police approved the hiring of two lateral police officer candidates and the continuation of one firefighter/paramedic candidate. Two firefighter/paramedic candidates were removed from the process. The board also suspended a specific document requirement for applicants.
- Suspended section 4.03 requirement for applicants to furnish certain documents (3-0)
- Approved open session minutes from December 13, 2022 (3-0)
- Denied continuing firefighter/paramedic candidate #1 (3-0)
- Approved continuing firefighter/paramedic candidate #2 (3-0)
- Denied continuing firefighter/paramedic candidate #6 (3-0)
- Approved hiring police officer lateral candidate #1 (3-0)
- Approved hiring police officer lateral candidate #2 (3-0)
- Approved continuing police officer lateral candidate #3 (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission
The Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission will review Complaint #32022 and Complaint #42022 to direct staff accordingly. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 7, 2022, meeting.
- Approval of November 7, 2022, meeting minutes
- Review of Complaint #32022
- Review of Complaint #42022
The Commission closed a complaint regarding a condominium ramp, determining it was an ADA matter outside its purview. A separate complaint regarding a denied apartment lease was tabled pending further information on income and disability details.
- Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Closed Complaint #32022 regarding a condominium ramp (6-0)
- Tabled Complaint #42020 regarding Tapestry Apartments lease denial to seek further clarification (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Riverwalk Planning, Design and Construction Committee
The committee will discuss Eagle Street Gateway Project funding and updates to the Riverwalk 2031 Master Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Moser Tower rehabilitation and South Extension preliminary design.
- Eagle Street Gateway Project Funding
- Moser Tower Rehabilitation
- Fredenhagen Park Fountain
- South Extension preliminary design discussion
- Approval of December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
The committee approved the December 6, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed accessibility concerns for the Edward Hospital Campus and reviewed preliminary designs for the Riverwalk South Extension. The committee also discussed potential alternatives for the Fredenhagen Park Fountain repair.
- Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- Agreed to contact Exchange Club and the Castagnoli family regarding Fredenhagen Park Fountain alternatives