Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch, honored five Aurora residents at Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The young athletes proudly represented the City at the national level, winning the 3 vs. 3 BOWNET Soccer National Championship. Aztec Girlz 630 captured the title Sunday, Nov. 30, in Panama City, Florida,
At Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting, mayor of Aurora, John Laesch honored two West Aurora High School students who represented Aurora on the national stage, performing at last week’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Asher and Emily Lesniak were selected to perform as part of
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council approved an increase to the number of video gaming terminals permitted in Aurora at the Tuesday, Nov. 25 City Council meeting. City government of Aurora documents show the purpose is to amend the City Code to align with state law and the revision
The City of Aurora and the Aurora Civic Center Authority (ACCA) have reached an agreement on operating support of $2 million in 2026, ensuring ACCA can continue running its four live performance spaces throughout downtown Aurora, as well as the Paramount School of the Arts. The agreement, brokered in partnership
At a special meeting recently, the Aurora City Council unanimously approved a City Ordinance that prohibits the use of City property for civil immigration enforcement activities. The Ordinance is specifically tailored to prohibit the use of any City-owned and controlled property, including parking lots, buildings, or parks, as a staging
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council is considering a Resolution to authorize the expenditure of special service area tax funds in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $50,000. In addition, a provision of City staff member support for the purpose of organizing an independent not-for-profit organization to render
Protestors assemble outside of Aurora City Hall to show their disapproval of the actions of ICE and the treatment of immigrants and people of color October 9.
Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch is set to propose a new, comprehensive ethics ordinance that will create a $500 cap on campaign donations from businesses or entities that have contracts with the City. The proposed ordinance builds off Aurora’s 2019 Ordinance, enhancing safeguards around local elected officials. Key reforms from
City of Aurora employees pitched in Saturday, Oct. 4 on the Habitat for Humanity of Northern Fox Valley’s project at 1921 Jericho Road in Aurora. According to a Facebook post from mayor John Laesch, aldermen Will White and Keith Larson were among city volunteers who helped Habitat staffers and other
The Aurora City Council approved 10-1, a six-month moratorium on new data center and warehouse development at a special meeting Thursday, Sept. 25. Alderman of the Fifth Ward, Carl Franco was the only dissenting vote. City of Aurora government information shows the moratorium is set for 180 days, and will
Mayor of Aurora, John Laesch has added three key members to the City of Aurora’s staff, naming current director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Michele Clark, as the City’s new interim chief Human Resources officer, Brian Caputo, former City of Aurora chief financial officer, as the City’s director of Fiscal
OnLight Aurora, a City-connected fiber optic broadband service that provides affordable, high-speed internet to City of Aurora buildings, in addition to other public sector and private sector clients, was the subject of a comprehensive presentation by mayor John Laesch at Tuesday night’s Committee of the Whole meeting. The presentation, which
The City of Aurora’s Data and Analytics Division, in partnership with the City’s Community Development Division (CDD), has unveiled a new open data portal, designed to provide residents with an in-depth look at City assistance programs and grant funding awarded to community organizations over time. The Community Development Open Data
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council unanimously approved a motion to hold the vote for a 1% tax on grocery items until the August 26 City Council meeting. Hundreds of municipalities throughout the State have approved ordinances to impose a local tax to replace the State tax. The Illinois
The Aurora City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Stacey Peterson to serve as the City’s new chief financial officer (CFO) and City treasurer. Peterson, who was appointed to fill the vacancy created by the departure of former CFO Chris Minick, is a 26-year veteran of City Hall, initially beginning
The Aurora City Council unanimously approved the appointment of Jason Bauer to serve as the City’s new director of Public Works and City engineer. Bauer, who had been serving as the interim director of Public Works and interim City engineer since March, was appointed to permanently fill the role following
The City of Aurora government has announced the launch of Public Transition Committees aimed at developing community-based recommendations that inform the work of City departments. The City is inviting passionate, dedicated, and committed community members to submit an application to serve on one of the five committees. Members from all
Under City Code Sec. 29-30, the use or possession of fireworks is prohibited. Fines can reach $1,000, and property owners may also face serious penalties. Report illegal fireworks by calling 311 or 630-256-4636 if outside City limits, online at www.aurora.il.us/311, or by calling 911 if the situation threatens the safety
City of Aurora officials announced Hugo Saltijeral is the grand marshal of the Fourth of July parade. Hugo was selected for his leadership, generosity, and commitment to the community. The parade will step-off at the intersection of Benton Street and Broadway Avenue at 10 a.m., Friday, July 4. The reviewing
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council is considering a Resolution to approve GoGo Grandparent as the replacement contractor for the City of Aurora Ride Solution (CARS) Program through December 31, 2025, utilizing the remaining budgeted funding, not to exceed $100,000.00. City government of Aurora documents show the change is
