Streaming LIVE: Aurora City Council Meeting | 08-11-2026

The City of Aurora, Illinois held a city council meeting on August 11, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $297,430 contract with Artlip and Sons for rooftop unit replacements at the Aurora Police Department, a $62,000 engineering services agreement with HR Green for intersection improvements funded by Rebuild Illinois bond funds, and a $185,443 contract with Precision Pavement Markings for the 2026 pavement marking maintenance project. Additional contract approvals involved masonry restoration services for the Venue at 21 South Broadway and professional engineering services for rehabilitation projects at Aurora Animal Care and Control. The council also approved a lease agreement with the Riverfront Playhouse and authorized settlement agreements related to workers' compensation claims. Budget discussions highlighted the city's financial audit results for 2025, revealing a general fund deficit and projections of increasing expenditure gaps through 2031, with personnel costs comprising a significant portion of expenses. Public comments focused heavily on labor contract negotiations for Local 3298 city employees, emphasizing the need for fair wage increases and improved maternity leave policies. Motions to approve resolutions and bills were passed unanimously, and the meeting concluded with adjournment.