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ROLL CALL
MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, April 21, 2026, Committee of the Whole Meeting.
MAYOR’S REPORT
PUBLIC COMMENT
REPORT OF THE
BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Met On April 29, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items:
An Ordinance Providing for the Execution of an Annexation Agreement with the Owners of Record, the Contract Purchaser and the Land Developer Providing for R-4A(C) Two-Family Dwelling District and OS-1(C) Conservation, Open Space and Drainage District with a Conditional Use Planned Development zoning for the territory which may be Annexed to the City of Aurora located south of Jericho Road between Jericho Circle and Athena Road on Vacant Land in Kane County, Aurora Illinois 60506.
An Ordinance Annexing Certain Property being Vacant Land located south of Jericho Road between Jericho Circle and Athena Road to the City of Aurora, Illinois 60506, pursuant to an Approved Annexation Agreement (Northern Lights Development Corp - AU29/3-26.085 - AA/A/CUPD/Psd/Ppn - AM - Ward 5)
An Ordinance Establishing a Conditional Use Planned Development, Approving the 1449 Senior Estates Phase 2 Plan Description and amending Chapter 49 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Aurora, by modifying the zoning map attached thereto to a zoning of R-4A(C) Two-Family Dwelling District and OS-1(C) Conservation, Open Space and Drainage District with a Conditional Use Planned Development for the property located south of Jericho Road between Jericho Circle and Athena Road
A Resolution Approving a Preliminary Plat and Plan for 1449 Senior Estates Subdivision, Phase 2 on vacant land located south of Jericho Road between Jericho Circle and Athena Road
A Resolution Approving the Final Plat for the Resubdivision of Lot 107 Ashton Pointe, Unit One Subdivision on vacant land located at 3141 North Aurora Road
An Ordinance approving a Conditional Use on 2850, 2871, and 2880 Vision Court for a Food, textiles, and related products (3110) Use
A Resolution Approving a Final Plan on Lot 1 of the Resubdivision of Lot 107 Ashton Pointe Unit One Subdivision located at 3141 North Aurora Road for a Vehicle Repair, Minor Use
An Ordinance Annexing Property located at 1160 Jackson Street to the City of Aurora, pursuant to a Water Service Agreement.
A Resolution approving a Final Plan Revision for Lot 6 of Chicago Premium Outlets Subdivision, located at 2365 North Farnsworth Avenue for a(n) Restaurant with a drive-through facility (2530) and Retail sales or service (2100) Use.
REPORT OF THE
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Finance Committee Met On April 30, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items:
A Resolution authorizing EyeMed Vision Care, LLC ("EyeMed") and First American Administrators, Inc. to administer vision insurance for active employees and retirees from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026.
A Resolution authorizing the execution of a Joint Funding Agreement with the State of Illinois, the execution of a Phase 2 Design Engineering Agreement with WBK Engineering, LLC in the not to exceed amount of $351,523.00, and the appropriation of $351,523.00 of MFT Funds for the New York Street Corridor Safety Improvement Project.
A Resolution to award a contract to Geneva Construction Company in the amount of $4,648,733.10, and to appropriate $3,500,000.00 of MFT Funds for the 2026 Citywide Street Resurfacing - WEST/NORTH project.
A Resolution authorizing the execution of a contract with Compass Minerals America Inc. in the amount of $1,065,000.00 and the appropriation and expenditure of MFT funds for an amount up to $1,065,000.00 for salt purchases.
A Resolution approving a memorandum of understanding between the City of Aurora and the Phillips Park Foundation.
A Resolution authorizing approval of a Service Agreement between the City of Aurora and Aurora Downtown District.
A Resolution authorizing approval of a Lease Agreement between the City of Aurora and Aurora Downtown District.
REPORT OF THE
PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
The Public Health, Safety and Transportation Committee Met On April 28, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items:
A Resolution authorizing the Purchasing Director to execute a contract with Beary Landscaping Maintenance, of Lockport, IL for mowing and landscaping maintenance of 9 Aurora fire stations for one year and the option of two (2) one-year extensions.
A Resolution authorizing the execution of the Expert Partner Memorandum of Understanding between the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, Inc., and the City of Aurora.
A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class D: Farnsworth Bilter Entertainment District liquor licenses (unofficially related to the application from HC Aurora, LLC d/b/a Hollywood Casino Aurora at 2500 N Farnsworth Ave., Ste. 220) [Ward 1]
A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class D: Farnsworth Bilter Entertainment District liquor licenses (unofficially related to the application from HC Aurora, LLC d/b/a Hollywood Casino Aurora at 2500 N Farnsworth Ave. Ste. 330). [Ward 1]
A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class D: Farnsworth Bilter Entertainment District liquor licenses (unofficially related to the application from HC Aurora, LLC d/b/a Hollywood Casino Aurora at 2500 N Farnsworth Ave. Ste. 440). [Ward 1]
A Resolution establishing the maximum number of licenses for tattoo and body art establishments in accordance with Chapter 25, Article XI "Tattoo and Body Art Establishments".
REPORT OF THE
INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
The Infrastructure & Technology Committee Met On April 27, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items:
A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with Geneva Construction Company of Aurora, IL in the amount of $433,908 for asphalt resurfacing at the Aurora Transportation Center Parking Lot and Parking Lot S downtown.
A Resolution to accept the bid from Superior Asphalt Materials LLC, North Aurora, IL for the Citywide Asphalt Purchase Program.
A Resolution authorizing the execution of a Phase 1 Preliminary Engineering Agreement with Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc. in the not to exceed amount of $225,406.00 and the appropriation of $225,406.00 for the Farnsworth & Ogden Intersection Improvement Project.
A Resolution amending Next Generation 911 resolution R20-143 to from five years to 10 years to align with contract.
A Resolution amending the contract awarded to Mark43, Inc. for a CAD/RMS system.
A Resolution to award the N. Fordham Ave. Water Main Replacement project, located in Ward 6 to Gerardi Sewer & Water, Co., in the bid amount of $1,101,195.00.
A Resolution authorizing the execution of a Phase 1 Preliminary Engineering Agreement with Baxter & Woodman, Inc. in the amount not to exceed $130,063.50 and the appropriation of $130,063.50 for the Bilter Road Highway Safety Improvement Program Project.
A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to Process a Change Order to the Agreement with Performance Construction & Engineering, LLC for the S. Broadway Ave Sewer Separation - Hazel Ave to North Ave Contract in the amount of $90,000.00.
REPORT OF THE RULES, ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES COMMITTEE
The Rules, Administration and Procedure Committee Met On April 21, 2026 and Reviewed the Following Items:
A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a License Agreement for the Use of City of Aurora Property for an Outdoor Dining Area on a Portion of 26 North River Street.
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURN
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