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May 5, 2026 Naperville City Council: omnibus consent approvals, Electric Utility JAA presentation, and traffic/safety follow-ups

NapervilleMay 5, 20263 min read

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Council approved the Consent Agenda and multiple construction and equipment contracts, confirmed tri-chairs for the 2031 Bicentennial Committee, received an Electric Utility presentation on Joint Action Agency (JAA) options with public comment, directed staff to report back on a proposed traffic control device at Jefferson Avenue near Route 59 Target, and requested a follow-up report on the April 16 Manager’s Memorandum to prioritize 2026 studies and initiatives.

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Approved the Consent Agenda by omnibus vote, including minutes (Apr 21, 2026), meeting schedule, and board/commission appointments.
Approved multiple procurement awards and contracts: Fire Department vehicle replacements (not to exceed $150,021); 2026 Sidewalk Trip Hazard Removal (not to exceed $236,754 + 5% contingency); Mill Street Lighting Project (not to exceed $380,770 + 5% contingency); 2026 Small Diameter Sanitary Main Line Rehabilitation (not to exceed $854,347 + 3% contingency); Police Department Evidence Area Remodel (not to exceed $579,000 + 3% contingency); Change Order #1 for Design Build Pollinator and Native Vegetation Program (additional $72,000).
Passed ordinances including variances for Naperville CUSD 203 Transportation Building (595 W 5th Ave & 601 W 5th Ave), a corner side yard setback variance at 32 South Columbia St., final plat for Everly Trace, temporary traffic controls and permits for the 2026 Downtown Naperville Car Show, and transfer of 2026 Volume Cap ($20,671,740) to the Town of Normal.
Approved award of Bid 26-011 for the 2026 Sidewalk and Curb Maintenance Program to Everlast Blacktop, Inc. (not to exceed $1,122,180 + 3% contingency).
Removed the Fire Station #4 Improvements item (Bid 26-079) from the agenda at staff request to be brought back at a future date.
Confirmed selection of the 2031 Bicentennial Committee tri-chairs following a selection process described by staff.
Received the Electric Utility presentation regarding Joint Action Agencies (JAAs); staff discussed JAA structure, size, infrastructure and contract flexibility, potential timelines and battery storage ROI improvements, and took public comments expressing both support and opposition to IMEA contract renewal and other electric policy questions.
By consensus directed staff to return with a report on the proposed traffic control device on Jefferson Avenue near the Route 59 Target, and to return with a report regarding the April 16, 2026 Manager’s Memorandum to inform Council prioritization of special studies and initiatives.

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