Infrastructure & Technology Committee — April 13, 2026
The meeting was generally routine, but tension was present regarding fiscal oversight of engineering contracts and specific community concerns over traffic conversions.
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During the April 13 Infrastructure & Technology Committee meeting, two major issues highlighted a tension between city administration and fiscal responsibility: how contracts are structured and how local traffic changes affect residents.
First, the committee discussed the inefficiency of the current hourly billing model used for large engineering contracts. Critics pointed out that paying by the hour often leads to frequent change orders and makes it difficult to predict the total cost of major infrastructure projects. While the committee has directed the Department of Public Works to investigate alternative models—such as fixed fees or percentage-based structures—the current system remains in place for now.
Second, the committee moved forward with a change order for the Broadway Streetscape project, which includes converting New York and Galena streets to two-way traffic. This remains a point of contention, as residents have expressed concerns about how these traffic changes and sidewalk expansions on Route 25 will impact the community.
As the city moves forward with over $4.4 million in street resurfacing, residents should continue to demand more predictable contract models and greater consideration for how street conversions impact daily life.
Public impact
$4,448,912.80 contract covering approximately half of the 2026 program
$63,010.00 for cleaning and bullet trap recycling to mitigate lead levels
Topics discussed
The committee reviewed and approved the minutes from the March 23, 2026, meeting.
Discussion regarding a change order for the Broadway Streetscape project and the conversion of New York and Galena streets to two-way traffic, including IDOT requirements and funding via a $3 million grant.
A request to purchase up to $400,000 in computer equipment from Insight Public Sector, Inc. to implement a three-year refresh cycle for cybersecurity and efficiency.
Awarding a contract to Schroeder Asphalt Services, Inc. for $4,448,912.80 to cover approximately half of the 2026 citywide resurfacing program.
Approval of a contract for cleaning and maintenance at the Aurora Police Department headquarters, including the addition of bullet trap recycling to mitigate lead levels.
Discussion on the one-year renewal of software licenses for citywide CCTV and access control systems, including considerations regarding proprietary vs. non-proprietary systems.
Controversy & dissent
Potentially controversial issues
Engineering Contract Fee Structures
Broadway Streetscape and Two-Way Conversion
Community vs. board tension
Public comment
Decisions logged
Action items
Member positions
Positions marked ~ are inferred from context and may not reflect the member's explicitly stated position. UNCLEAR means the vote was split but the record did not name how this member voted — it is not a “yes.”
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