City Council Meetings

WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS MAYOR PHILIP J, SUESS 'I COUNCILWOMAN ERICA BRAY‘PARKER I COUNCILWOMAN LEAH BRICE i COUNCILMAN $COI I35{Q\>v’I\J COUNCILMAN BRADLEY CLQUSING l COUNCILWOMAN LVNN ROBBINS i COUNCILMAN SCO‘I’T WELLER WHFATON CITV HAH. , COUNCII CHAMBERS, 5035 W WESLEY STREET, WHEATON, ILLINOIS éOIES? Monday, May 4, 2026 1. Call to Order and Roll Call The regular Wheaton City Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Philip J. Suess. Upon roll call, the following were: Physically Present: Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Counciiwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Counciiwoman Bray—Parker Counciiwoman Brice Councilman Brown Absent: None City Staff Physicaiiy Present: Michael Dzugan, City Manager William Kolschowsky, Assistant City Manager Dawn Didier, City Attorney James Kozik, Director of Planning and Economic Development Robert Lehnhardt, Director of Finance Joseph Tebrugge, Director of Engineering Susan Bishel, Public information Officer Andrea Rosedale, City Clerk City Staff Electronically Present: Nathan Plunkett, Street Superintendent 2. Presentation Mayor Suess delivered a proclamation in honor of Wheaton Historic Preservation Month to Historic Commission Member Elizabeth Krecisz. On behalf of the Commission, Ms. Krecisz thanked the Mayor and City Council for their support and encouraged everyone to explore Wheaton’s Historic Places. 3. Citizens to be Heard John Rutledge, a Wheaton resident, voiced his opposition to the BUILD legislation. He called for the Council’s action either directly or through the Illinois Municipal League to safeguard the City's character by preserving its zoning ordinances. 4. Consent Agenda Councilwoman Robbins moved and Councilwoman Brice seconded that the following action be taken on the Consent Agenda items: l. Approve the Minutes of the Wheaton City Council Regular Meeting — April 20, 2026, as submitted. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 2. Ordinance 0—2026—26, An Ordinance Amending the Official Motor Vehicle and Traffic Schedule Vi (Chapter 70) for the City of Wheaton — Howard Street, be passed. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray—Parker Counciiwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 5. Approve Appointment and Reappointments to City Commissions Mayor Suess moved and Councilman Brown seconded that David Duve be appointed to the Bicyciist and Pedestrian Commission, Robert Purdy be reappointed to the Historic Commission and Mark Taylor be reappointed to the Local Liquor and Tobacco Commissions for three-year terms through May 4, 2029. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 6. Adopt Resolution R-2026-36, A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Amendment to an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the County of DuPage and the City of Wheaton Relating to Regulatory Control Over the DuPage County Governmental Campus in Wheaton Councilman Weller moved and Councilwoman Bray-Parker seconded that R-2026-36, A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of an Amendment to an Intergovernmental Agreement Between the County of DuPage and the City of Wheaton Relating to Regulatory Control Over the DuPage County Governmental Campus in Wheaton, be adopted. City Manager Dzugan stated an amendment to the October 2024 Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) is appropriate to allow additional water main work on the DuPage County campus site by transferring ownership ofthe water mains to the City. He explained the current IGA has the County owning the water WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 mains on the campus, however, the IEPA will not issue the County a permit for any water main work since the City is the owner of the Water System. Roll Cali Vote: Ayes: Counciiman Weller Councilwoman Bray—Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 7. Pass Ordinance 0-2026-27, An Ordinance Denying a Request for a Special Use Permit for a Car Wash Based on the Revised Site Plan Dated January 12, 2026 — 2175 W. Roosevelt Road Councilwoman Brice moved and Councilman Brown seconded that 0-2026-27, An Ordinance Denying a Request for a Special Use Permit for a Car Wash Based on the Revised Site Plan Dated January 12, 2026 — 2175 W. Roosevelt Road, be passed. City Manager Dzugan stated the Council directed the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance to deny the special use request for a car wash at Roosevelt and County Farm Roads at the February 17, 2026 Council meeting. He explained that since that time, the applicant has revised the site plan with no variations and provides additional setback to accommodate IDOT’s widening of Roosevelt Road. He suggested the Council provide an opportunity for the applicant to present the revised plan dated April 22, 2026, and if appropriate direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance related to the revised plan. Tracy Kasson of Rathje Woodward, representing the applicant CWP West, LLC (Mister Car Wash), addressed the Council. He noted that since February, modifications have been made to the site plan to ensure compliance with all requirements, providing further details regarding revisions related to setbacks and landscaping. Peter Rogalski, Mister Car Wash, advised the site plan was improved by identifying three changes: main access drive reduced from 27 to 26 feet, point of sale lanes narrowed from nine and a half feet to nine feet, and a new building prototype that is five feet narrower. He confirmed the adjustments ensure compliance with landscape and setback ordinances to accommodate potential future IDOT right—of—way requirements and expressed gratitude to staff and the Council for their willingness to review the updated site plan. Mr. Kasson asked the Council to considerthe April 22, 2026, site plan as part ofthe special use application. Councilman Brown stated his constituents, are fatigued with under—utilized properties being converted into car washes and the volume of car washes in Wheaton. Mayor Suess thanked the applicant for collaborating with the City to update plans in response to state setback requirements. He acknowledged concerns related to car washes. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman WeHer Councilwoman Bray-Parker Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously Motion to Direct City Attorney to Prepare an Ordinance Approving a Request for a Special Use Permit for a Car Wash Based on the Revised Site Plan Dated April 22, 2026 Councilman Weiier moved and Councilman Ciousing seconded Motion to Direct City Attorney to Prepare an Ordinance Approving a Request for a Special Use Permit for a Car Wash Based on the Revised Site Plan Dated April 22, 2026. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 8. Adopt Resolution R-2026-37, A Resolution ofthe City of Wheaton in Support of Municipal Housing Authority Councilwoman Bray—Parker moved and Councilman Weller seconded that R—2026-37, A Resolution of the City of Wheaton in Support of Municipal Housing Authority, be adopted. City Manager Dzugan reported the Governor introduced the BUILD Act (Building Up Illinois Developments) which affects local zoning and would have a significant impact on the City’s ability to shape the community. He explained that the resolution supports maintaining local government’s zoning authority and stated it does not oppose affordable housing. In response to Councilwoman Bray-Parker, City Manager Dzugan confirmed the letter from the Mayor to President Harmon had already been sent and clarified the Council will vote on the resolution, which will then be sent to the lllinois Municipal League (IML), President of the Senate, Speaker of the House and the Governor. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 Councilman Weller reflected upon content pertaining to the BUILD Act in the IML magazine. Noting the significant time he spent on the Planning and Zoning Board he recognized the importance for cities to maintain their autonomy in this respect and expressed his full support of the resoiution. Councilman Ciousing, speaking as a real estate professional, commented that the BUILD Act would have a significant impact. He thanked Mayor Suess and City staff for their dedication and coordination in preparing the resoiution. Mayor Suess voiced frustration with Springfieid’s repeated one-size-fits-ali proposais. He thanked the Council for supporting the resolution and noted its possible effects on residents, such as aliowing eight- unit buildings in single—family zones. He emphasized that zoning tends to be the most contentious issue. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 9. Receive Planning & Zoning Report Re: ZA #26-11/ Multiple Variations/ 1205 Yorkshire Woods Court/ Glonek Councilman Brown moved and Councilwoman Robbins seconded that Planning & Report Re: ZA #26-11/ Multiple Variations/ 1205 Yorkshire Woods Court/ Glonek, be received. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously City Manager Dzugan reported the Planning and Zoning Board made a unanimous recommendation to approve an application for a rear yard setback variation to allow construction of a patio and side yard setback for a pool equipment pad for a pool pumping system. He advised the recommendation includes a condition that a sound wall be constructed around the pool pumps due to numerous complaints the City has received in the past pertaining to noise from pool equipment. He advised the ordinance includes a WHEATON CITY COUNC1L PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 condition that a sound test be performed to ensure the equipment meets the City’s allowable decibel level. He reported the applicant sent the Council a letter with concern pertaining to words in the "a ordinance, sound wall”. He advised staff is comfortable with ”a sound buffer” as staff believes a wall is not necessary, but that a buffer for the sound wiil hopefully meet the test for decibel levels. Pass Ordinance 0-2026-28, An Ordinance Granting a Rear Yard Setback Variation to Allow the Construction and Use of a Patio and a Side Yard Setback Variation to Allow the Construction and Use of a Pool Equipment Pad, on a Certain Piece of Property Commonly Known as 1205 Yorkshire Woods Court — Glonek with Modification to the Ordinance Changing the Word ”Wall" to ”Buffer" in Section 2(1). Councilman Brown moved and Councilwoman Robbins seconded that 0-2026-28, An Ordinance Granting a Rear Yard Setback Variation to Allow the Construction and Use of a Patio and a Side Yard Setback Variation to Allow the Construction and Use of a Pool Equipment Pad, on a Certain Piece of Property Commonly Known as 1205 Yorkshire Woods Court - Glonek, be passed with Modification to the Ordinance ”Wall” ”Buffer” Changing the Word to in Section 2(1). Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 10. Adopt Resolution R-2026-38, A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of Agreement No. 612 with Globe Construction, Inc. for Construction Services for Concrete Flatwork for the Annual Sidewalk Replacement Program and Miscellaneous Concrete Work for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $320,000 and a 5% Contingency Councilwoman Bray—Parker moved and Councilwoman Brice seconded that R—2026-38, A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of Agreement No. 612 with Globe Construction, lnc. for Construction Services for Concrete Flatwork for the Annual Sidewalk Replacement Program and Miscellaneous Concrete Work for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $320,000 and a 5% Contingency, be adopted. City Manager Dzugan highlighted four bids were received forthe City’s annual sidewalk program and some flatwork. He confirmed the 2026 budget includes $335,000 for this effort and given the excellent pricing, staff recommends using the $96,000 difference from the bid to complete an additional 460 squares of replacement sidewalk. in response to Councilman Weller, Street Superintendent Plunkett indicated that the supplementary work is currently being identified and will be concentrated on the northeastern area ofthe City. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimousiy 11. Pass Ordinance 0-2026-29, An Ordinance Amending the Calendar Year 2025 Budget Contained in Ordinance No. 0-2024-34 Counciiwoman Robbins moved and Councilman Clousing seconded that 0—2026—29, An Ordinance Amending the Calendar Year 2025 Budget Contained in Ordinance No. 0-2024-34, be passed. City Manager Dzugan reported the memorandum from the Finance Director identifies amendments for the caiendar fiscai year 2025 Budget based upon year end accounting entries. He noted the ordinance approves total expenditures that exceeded the 2025 budget and confirmed no significant amendments affect the City’s bottom line. He stated a few relate to SSA 8, TIF 2 and 3 distributions, and a transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Fund to perform the road work. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 12. First Reading of An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wheaton Chapter 26 (Businesses), Article VII (Massage Businesses) and Appendix B City Manager Dzugan reported staff had the need to take a close look at the City’s regulations for massage businesses. He noted the City Attorney recommended several amendments to clarify and strengthen certain provisions. City Attorney Didier clarified to Councilwoman Bray—Parker that, as it stands, there is no application fee; however, the revised ordinance would establish a $250 fee. She also confirmed that the license would change from a $100 two-year license to a one-year license costing $600, citing the staff time required for handling applications and inspections to ensure businesses comply with City ordinances. Councilwoman WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 Bray-Parker acknowledged the staff’s efforts but voiced concerns about how these higher costs might affect small businesses. Mayor Suess expressed concern regarding the challenge of addressing late renewals and requested that the ordinance language be enhanced. City Attorney Didier indicated that this is aiready included as a provision within the ordinance. Mayor Suess further proposed consideration of implementing graduated penalties for late renewals. 13. Council Comment Councilwoman Bray—Parker reflected upon her attendance at the Wheaton Public Library’s Local Author Fest on April 25, 2026. She noted the wide range of unique works from a diverse group of local authors. She also reported the stop light at Gary Avenue and Prairie Avenue is now working. Mayor Suess reported the Hale Street tents are back up. 14. Approval of Warrant Councilwoman Bray—Parker moved and Councilwoman Robbins seconded that Warrant No. 919 in the amount of $1,096,322.38, be approved. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Bray—Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously 15. Closed Session Councilwoman Robbins moved and Councilman Weller seconded to go into closed session at 7:37 p.m. for the purpose of Closed Session Minutes Review — 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(21) and Personnel Matters — 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1). Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray—Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimously WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 4, 2026 The City Council returned to the open portion oftheir meeting at 8:58 p.m. 16. Adjournment Councilwoman Robbins moved and Counciiwoman Brice seconded that the reguiar Wheaton City Council Meeting be adjourned at 8:59 p.m. Voice Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Robbins Counciiman Weller Counciiwoman Bray-Parker Councilwoman Brice Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Nays: None Absent: None Motion Carried Unanimousiy RespectfuHy submitted, WMM Andrea Rosedaie City Clerk Submitted for Approval: May 18, 2026