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City Hall - Second Floor City of Aurora Council Chambers 44 East Downer Place Aurora, IL 60505 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final Tuesday May 12, 2026 6:00 PM Members of the public wishing to provide public comment for this meeting must be physically present at the meeting and registered to speak prior to the meeting being called to order. Call the City Clerk's Office at (630) 256-3070 with questions. Please refer to the last page of this agenda for information regarding translation & reasonable accommodation requests. ROLL CALL Mayor Laesch called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. and the roll was called. Present: 12 - Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted Mesiacos, Alderman Jonathan Núñez, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderman Javier Bañuelos, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward Bugg, Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman-At-Large Keith Larson, Alderman-At-Large Will White and Mayor John Laesch Absent: 1 - Alderman Daniel Barreiro APPOINTMENT OF SERGEANT-AT-ARMS A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to appoint a Sergeant-at-Arms for this meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and Officer Soderlund served as Sergeant-at-Arms for this meeting. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alderman Mesiacos. City of Aurora Page 1 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 MAYOR'S REPORT Jon Zaghloul, Director of Communications - City of Aurora, presented the following items on the Mayor's Report: 1. Mayor Laesch presented a Mayoral Proclamation to the City of Aurora's AANHPI Advisory Board, proclaiming May as Asian American Heritage Month in the City of Aurora. 2. The Mayor's Award of Excellence was presented to Alex Minnella, Senior Planner - City of Aurora, for his nomination for the Climate Action Museums Climate Action Hero Award. 3. Mayor Laesch presented a Mayoral Proclamation for Historic Preservation Month. 4. Mayor Laesch presented the Mayor's Awards for Historic Preservation. 5. Mayor Laesch reminded everyone to vote to name the Baby Falcons. 6. The Aurora Advisory Commission on Disabilities presented an overview of the work they've done and future plans of the Commission. 7. Jason Bauer, Director of Public Works - City of Aurora, presented an update on the repair of the broken 36 inch water main on the East Side. PUBLIC COMMENT The City Clerk read the Rules of Public Comment and the following people presented comments to the City Council: 1. Manuel Fernando Cardoza stated that he would not be presenting the comments he prepared. 2. Joe Toma spoke regarding concerns with the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Counsel. 3. Mike Carrasco spoke regarding the Aurora Veteran's Advisory Counsel and verification of official documentation of service. Mike Carrasco tendered his resignation from AVAC along with the resignations of other AVAC members who were present with him for public comment. 4. Adam Pauley of Aurora 4 Change spoke regarding a recall mechanism for elected officials in Aurora. CONSENT AGENDA The City Clerk read the Consent Agenda and the Direct to Council Consent Agenda in full. A motion was made by Alderman Franco and seconded by Alderwoman Smith to approve the Consent Agenda and the Direct to Council Consent Agenda in full. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 11 - Alderwoman Garza, Alderman Mesiacos, Alderman Núñez, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Bañuelos, Alderwoman Smith, Alderman Bugg, Alderwoman Baid, Alderman-At-Large Larson and Alderman-At-Large White City of Aurora Page 2 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 26-0184 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-111 26-0187 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-112 26-0195 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-113 26-0200 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-114 26-0211 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-115 26-0214 A Resolution to accept the bid from Superior Asphalt Materials LLC, North Aurora, IL for the Citywide Asphalt Purchase Program. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-116 City of Aurora Page 3 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 26-0215 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-117 26-0217 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-118 26-0223 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] This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-119 26-0224 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] This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-120 26-0225 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] This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-121 26-0228 A Resolution amending Next Generation 911 resolution R20-143 to from five years to 10 years to align with contract. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-122 City of Aurora Page 4 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 26-0234 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-123 26-0239 A Resolution amending the contract awarded to Mark43, Inc. for a CAD/RMS system. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-124 26-0248 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-125 26-0251 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". This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-126 26-0260 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 This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-127 26-0263 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-128 26-0264 An Ordinance approving a Conditional Use on 2850, 2871, and 2880 Vision Court for a Food, textiles, and related products (3110) Use This Ordinance was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: O26-032 City of Aurora Page 5 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 26-0267 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-129 26-0268 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 This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-130 26-0269 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-131 26-0270 An Ordinance Annexing Property located at 1160 Jackson Street to the City of Aurora, pursuant to a Water Service Agreement. This Ordinance was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: O26-031 26-0275 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. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-132 26-0289 A Resolution authorizing approval of a Lease Agreement between the City of Aurora and Aurora Downtown District. This Resolution was approved on the Consent Agenda. Enactment No: R26-133 City of Aurora Page 6 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 DIRECT TO COUNCIL CONSENT AGENDA 26-0296 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, April 28, 2026, City Council Meeting. The Minutes were approved and filed as presented on the Direct to Council Consent Agenda. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 26-0288 A Resolution authorizing approval of a Service Agreement between the City of Aurora and Aurora Downtown District. A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderman Saville to approve this item. The motion carried by the following vote, however, Alderman Mesiacos initially abstained from the vote and subsequently entered a yes vote on this item, therefore, the roll call vote reflects Alderman Mesiacos as a yes vote. Aye: 11 - Alderwoman Garza, Alderman Mesiacos, Alderman Núñez, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Bañuelos, Alderwoman Smith, Alderman Bugg, Alderwoman Baid, Alderman-At-Large Larson and Alderman-At-Large White Enactment No: R26-134 26-0287 A Resolution approving a memorandum of understanding between the City of Aurora and the Phillips Park Foundation. Alderman Mesiacos recused himself from the discussion and vote on this item and left City Council Chambers prior to any discussion or vote. A motion was made by Alderman Franco and seconded by Alderman Núñez to approve this item. The motion carried by the following vote and Alderman Mesiacos returned to City Council Chambers at the conclusion of the vote on this item: Aye: 10 - Alderwoman Garza, Alderman Núñez, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Bañuelos, Alderwoman Smith, Alderman Bugg, Alderwoman Baid, Alderman-At-Large Larson and Alderman-At-Large White Enactment No: R26-135 NEW BUSINESS There were no items of New Business. REPORT There were no Reports. City of Aurora Page 7 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final May 12, 2026 APPROVAL OF THE BILL SUMMARY AND LARGE BILL LIST 26-0308 Bill Summary and Large Bill List. A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderwoman Garza to approve and pay the bills. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 11 - Alderwoman Garza, Alderman Mesiacos, Alderman Núñez, Alderman Franco, Alderman Saville, Alderman Bañuelos, Alderwoman Smith, Alderman Bugg, Alderwoman Baid, Alderman-At-Large Larson and Alderman-At-Large White CLOSED SESSION There was no need for a Closed Session. ADJOURN A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderman Franco to adjourn this meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and the meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m. Submitted by: ______________________________________________ Jennifer Stallings, City Clerk Any individual requiring language translation and/or disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a public meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The City Clerk’s Office can be reached in person at 44 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, via telephone at 630-256-3070, or via e-mail at CityClerk@aurora.il.us. 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