August 17, 2026 City of West Chicago Public Affairs Committee

The City of West Chicago Public Affairs Committee convened on August 17, 2026, with a quorum present. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a service agreement with Andy Frame Services, Inc. for school crossing guard services, not to exceed $82,952. The committee also reviewed special event permits for the Fit for Fall 5K and Wheaton Academy homecoming fireworks. Additionally, funding and program updates were provided for People Made Visible, a nonprofit organization supported by the city, including a $20,000 city contribution for programming and a $6,000 matching fund. The committee discussed infrastructure concerns related to pedestrian safety, specifically the lack of sidewalks at certain intersections, and explored potential steps to address these issues through the city's infrastructure planning. No new contracts or capital projects were approved beyond the crossing guard services agreement during this meeting.