Committee of the Whole — Aurora, IL
Date: 2025-02-04

City Hall - Second Floor
 City of Aurora Council Chambers
 44 East Downer Place
 Aurora, IL
 Committee of the Whole

 Agenda - Final
 Tuesday
 February 04, 2025
 5:00 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

 MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
 MEETING
 25-0073 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 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 January 29,
 2025 and Reviewed the Following Items:
 25-0020 A Resolution Authorizing Approval of the Spring 2025 Historic Preservation Grants
 and Allowing the Mayor to enter into Historic Preservation Grant Agreements and
 Addendums.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0

 25-0035 An Ordinance Approving a Revision to the River Street Plaza Plan Description for
 Property located at 100 S. River Street being at the southeast corner of River
 Street and Benton Street
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0




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 Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Planning & Development
 Resolutions
 25-0012 A Resolution Approving a Final Plan Revision on Lot 3 and 4 of Fox Valley
 Villages Subdivision, Unit 27A located at 4173 Ogden Avenue for additions to the
 vehicle dealership
 (FINAL/APPEALABLE) - [NO ACTION NEEDED AT C.O.W.]
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0

 REPORT OF THE
 FINANCE COMMITTEE
 The Finance Committee Met On January 30, 2025 and Reviewed the Following Items:

 25-0028 A Resolution to approve an amendment to an agreement with Wesley United
 Methodist Church in the amount of $37,000.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0059 A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to enter into an agreement with
 Matrix Consulting Group, in the amount not to exceed $141,080 for a Staffing and
 Strategic Planning Study for the Aurora Police Department.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0082 A Resolution Authorizing the Chief Financial Officer of the City to execute an
 agreement for Ambulance Billing Services with EMS Management & Consultants
 (EMS MC)
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0083 An Ordinance Reserving 2025 Volume Cap in connection with Private Activity
 Bond Issues, and Related Matters.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0090 A Resolution authorizing a Redevelopment Agreement (RDA) between the City of
 Aurora and JH Real Estate Partners, LLC (JH) for the redevelopment of the
 property located at 2 S Broadway, commonly known as the Aurora National Bank
 building.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0092 A Resolution authorizing a Redevelopment Agreement (RDA) between the City of
 Aurora and JH Real Estate Partners, LLC (JH) for the redevelopment of the
 property located at 62 S Broadway, commonly known as the Franz building, and
 the vacant lot located at 66 S Broadway.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0093 A Resolution A Resolution authorizing a Redevelopment Agreement (RDA)
 between the City of Aurora and , Lofts on River LLC (Barrera) for the
 redevelopment of the property located at 251 S River St.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0


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 25-0096 A discussion on modification of the mileage reimbursement amount for the
 Aldermen.
 INFORMATION ONLY - [NO ACTION NEEDED AT C.O.W.]

 REPORT OF THE
 PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
 The Public Health, Safety and Transportation Committee Met On January 28, 2025
 and Reviewed the Following Items:
 24-0855 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class D: Downtown Fringe
 On-Site Consumption liquor licenses and self-service endorsements (unofficially
 related to the application from Rec Haus LLC at 100 S River St). [Ward 4]
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0070 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".
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 REPORT OF THE
 INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
 The Infrastructure & Technology Committee Met On January 27, 2025 and Reviewed
 the Following Items:
 25-0030 A Resolution to approve the purchase a 3-year renewal subscription of the
 ePremium platform from Event Approvals, Inc., Vancouver, Canada in the amount
 of $48,500 annually, for a total award of $145,500.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 REPORT OF THE RULES, ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES COMMITTEE

 The Rules, Administration and Procedure Committee Met On January 21, 2025 and
 Reviewed the Following Items:
 24-0827 A Resolution approving the reappointments of Gousia Wajid, Srivani Vokkarane,
 and Sharon Garcia to the Indian American Community Outreach Advisory Board.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 4-0

 25-0042 A Resolution authorizing the reappointment of Margaret Stokes and Josh Harris to
 the Bicycle, Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Board.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0043 A Resolution approving the reappointment of Meredith Lindgren to the city's
 Advisory Commission for Disabilities.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0




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 25-0055 A Resolution authorizing the reappointment of Michael Pegues to the Innovation
 and Technology Advisory Commission.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0057 A Resolution authorizing the reappointment of eight members to the Tree Board.

 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0060 A Resolution authorizing the 2025 Ward Neighborhood Clean-Up and Shred
 Events in all Wards in the City of Aurora.
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 25-0065 Revised Aldermen's Office Policies.

 INFORMATION ONLY - [NO ACTION NEEDED AT C.O.W.]

 25-0067 A Resolution approving the reappointment of Nelson Santos, William Kirwan, and
 Roderick Young to the Aurora Airport Advisory Board
 COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED: APPROVAL 5-0

 STAFF REPORT

 25-0102 Community Engagement Division Update

 CLOSED SESSION

 ADJOURN

 THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF A
 QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY ATTEND
 OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL ACTION OF THE
 CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. MINUTES OF THE
 COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL RECORD OF THE
 COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY OF THE QUORUM OF
 THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND LOCATION.




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 Any individual requiring language translation and/or with a 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. Every effort
 will be made to allow for meeting participation.

 Cualquier persona que requiera traducción de idiomas y/o tenga una discapacidad y
 solicite una adaptación razonable para poder participar en una junta pública, debe
 comunicarse con la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal al menos 48 horas antes de la
 junta programada. Puede comunicarse con la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal en
 persona en 44 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, por teléfono al 630-256-3070 o por
 correo electrónico a CityClerk@aurora.il.us. Se hará todo lo posible para permitir la
 participación en la junta.




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City Hall - Second Floor
 City of Aurora Council Chambers
 44 East Downer Place
 Aurora, IL


 Committee of the Whole
 Meeting Minutes - Final
 Tuesday
 February 04, 2025
 5:00 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 Irvin called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. and the roll was called.

 Present 11 - Alderman Daniel Barreiro, Alderwoman Juany Garza, Alderman Ted
 Mesiacos, Alderman Carl Franco, Alderman Mike Saville, Alderman
 Brandon Tolliver, Alderwoman Patty Smith, Alderman Edward J. Bugg,
 Alderwoman Shweta Baid, Alderman Ron Woerman, and Mayor Richard
 Irvin
 Absent 2 - Alderman Bill Donnell, and Alderman John Laesch


 MINUTES OF THE TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
 MEETING

 25-0073 Approval of the Minutes of the Tuesday, January 21, 2025, Committee
 of the Whole Meeting.
 A motion was made by Alderwoman Garza and seconded by Alderwoman
 Smith to approve and file the minutes as presented. The motion carried by
 voice vote.


 MAYOR’S REPORT

 Iliana Rivera-Nunez, Community Engagement Manager - City of Aurora,
 presented an update regarding Neighborhood Groups, including the newly
 revised Neighborhood Group Starter Kit.


 PUBLIC COMMENT

 The City Clerk read the Rules of Public Comment and Sandi Schmitt presented
 comments to the Committee of the Whole.




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 REPORT OF THE
 BUILDING, ZONING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

 The Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Met On January 29,
 2025 and Reviewed the Following Items:

 25-0020 A Resolution Authorizing Approval of the Spring 2025 Historic
 Preservation Grants and Allowing the Mayor to enter into Historic
 Preservation Grant Agreements and Addendums.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0035 An Ordinance Approving a Revision to the River Street Plaza Plan
 Description for Property located at 100 S. River Street being at the
 southeast corner of River Street and Benton Street
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 Building, Zoning and Economic Development Committee Planning &
 Development Resolutions

 25-0012 A Resolution Approving a Final Plan Revision on Lot 3 and 4 of Fox
 Valley Villages Subdivision, Unit 27A located at 4173 Ogden Avenue
 for additions to the vehicle dealership
 This P&D Resolution was finalized (appealable).

 PDFNL25-001


 REPORT OF THE
 FINANCE COMMITTEE

 The Finance Committee Met On January 30, 2025 and Reviewed the Following
 Items:

 25-0028 A Resolution to approve an amendment to an agreement with Wesley
 United Methodist Church in the amount of $37,000.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0059 A Resolution authorizing the Director of Purchasing to enter into an
 agreement with Matrix Consulting Group, in the amount not to exceed
 $141,080 for a Staffing and Strategic Planning Study for the Aurora
 Police Department.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)




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 25-0082 A Resolution Authorizing the Chief Financial Officer of the City to
 execute an agreement for Ambulance Billing Services with EMS
 Management & Consultants (EMS MC)
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0083 An Ordinance Reserving 2025 Volume Cap in connection with Private
 Activity Bond Issues, and Related Matters.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0090 A Resolution authorizing a Redevelopment Agreement (RDA) between
 the City of Aurora and JH Real Estate Partners, LLC (JH) for the
 redevelopment of the property located at 2 S Broadway, commonly
 known as the Aurora National Bank building.
 Marty Lyons, Economic Development - City of Aurora, presented and responded to
 questions.
 David Dibo, Director of Economic Development - City of Aurora, presented and
 responded to questions.
 Jay Punukollu of JH Real Estate Partners, LLC, responded to questions.
 (PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS)


 25-0092 A Resolution authorizing a Redevelopment Agreement (RDA) between
 the City of Aurora and JH Real Estate Partners, LLC (JH) for the
 redevelopment of the property located at 62 S Broadway, commonly
 known as the Franz building, and the vacant lot located at 66 S
 Broadway.
 Marty Lyons, Economic Development - City of Aurora, presented and responded to
 questions.
 David Dibo, Director of Economic Development - City of Aurora, presented and
 responded to questions.
 Jay Punukollu of JH Real Estate Partners, LLC, responded to questions.
 (PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS)


 25-0093 A Resolution authorizing a Redevelopment Agreement (RDA) between
 the City of Aurora and The Barrera Organization LLC for the
 redevelopment of the property located at 251 S River St.
 Marty Lyons, Economic Development - City of Aurora, presented and responded to
 questions.
 David Dibo, Director of Economic Development - City of Aurora, presented and
 responded to questions.
 Fernando Barrera, Developer - Lofts on River, LLC, responded to questions.
 (PLACED ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS)
 Alderman Woerman recused himself from the discussion on this item and left
 City Council Chambers during the discussion.




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 25-0096 A discussion on modification of the mileage reimbursement amount for
 the Aldermen.
 (INFORMATION ONLY)


 REPORT OF THE
 PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

 The Public Health, Safety and Transportation Committee Met On January 28,
 2025 and Reviewed the Following Items:

 24-0855 A Resolution establishing the maximum number of Class D:
 Downtown Fringe On-Site Consumption liquor licenses and
 self-service endorsements (unofficially related to the application from
 Rec Haus LLC at 100 S River St). [Ward 4]
 Erik Gilly of Rec Haus, LLC presented and responded to questions.

 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0070 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".
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 REPORT OF THE
 INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE

 The Infrastructure & Technology Committee Met On January 27, 2025 and
 Reviewed the Following Items:

 25-0030 A Resolution to approve the purchase a 3-year renewal subscription of
 the ePremium platform from Event Approvals, Inc., Vancouver,
 Canada in the amount of $48,500 annually, for a total award of
 $145,500.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 REPORT OF THE RULES, ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES COMMITTEE


 The Rules, Administration and Procedure Committee Met On January 21, 2025
 and Reviewed the Following Items:

 24-0827 A Resolution approving the reappointments of Gousia Wajid, Srivani
 Vokkarane, and Sharon Garcia to the Indian American Community
 Outreach Advisory Board.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)

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 25-0042 A Resolution authorizing the reappointment of Margaret Stokes and
 Josh Harris to the Bicycle, Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Board.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0043 A Resolution approving the reappointment of Meredith Lindgren to the
 city's Advisory Commission for Disabilities.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0055 A Resolution authorizing the reappointment of Michael Pegues to the
 Innovation and Technology Advisory Commission.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0057 A Resolution authorizing the reappointment of eight members to the
 Tree Board.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0060 A Resolution authorizing the 2025 Ward Neighborhood Clean-Up and
 Shred Events in all Wards in the City of Aurora.
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 25-0065 Revised Aldermen's Office Policies.

 (INFORMATION ONLY)


 25-0067 A Resolution approving the reappointment of Nelson Santos, William
 Kirwan, and Roderick Young to the Aurora Airport Advisory Board
 (PLACED ON CONSENT AGENDA)


 STAFF REPORT

 25-0102 Community Engagement Division Update

 The Community Engagement Division Update was presented during the
 Mayor's Report.


 CLOSED SESSION

 There was no need for a Closed Session.




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 ADJOURN

 A motion was made by Alderwoman Smith and seconded by Alderwoman
 Garza to adjourn this meeting. The motion carried by voice vote and the
 meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.




 ____________________________________
 Jennifer Stallings, City Clerk


 THIS MEETING AGENDA SHALL ALSO SERVE AS NOTICE THAT A MAJORITY OF
 A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS MAY
 ATTEND OR PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMMITTEE MEETING. NO OFFICIAL
 ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL SHALL OCCUR AT THIS COMMITTEE MEETING.
 MINUTES OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING SHALL CONSTITUTE THE OFFICIAL
 RECORD OF THE COMMITTEE MEETING AND ANY MEETING OF THE MAJORITY
 OF THE QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL OCCURRING AT THE SAME TIME AND
 LOCATION.

 Any individual requiring language translation and/or with a 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. Every effort will be made to allow for meeting
 participation.

 Cualquier persona que requiera traducción de idiomas y/o tenga una
 discapacidad y solicite una adaptación razonable para poder participar en una
 junta pública, debe comunicarse con la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal al
 menos 48 horas antes de la junta programada. Puede comunicarse con la Oficina
 de la Secretaría Municipal en persona en 44 E. Downer Place, Aurora Illinois, por
 teléfono al 630-256-3070 o por correo electrónico a CityClerk@aurora.il.us. Se
 hará todo lo posible para permitir la participación en la junta.




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