City of Elmhurst City Council met Nov. 17

Here are the minutes provided by the council:

1. Call to Order - Mayor Levin called the meeting to order at 7:59pm.

1.1 Pledge of Allegiance

1.2 Roll Call - Ward 7

Present: Rex Irby, Mike Brennan, Jennifer Veremis, Brian Belanger, Karen Sienko, Jacob Hill, Chris Jensen, Michael Bram, Noel Talluto, Mike Baker, Jim Nudera, Dan Virgil, Guido Nardini, and Emily Bastedo

Absent: None

14 Present, 0 Absent

Also present: City Attorney Storino, City Manager Grabowski, Assistant City Manager Johnson, Clerk Tamer, Treasurer Curran, Finance Director Coyle, Public Works Director Balicki, Fire Chief Dufort, Police Chief McLean, IT Director Kravitz, Assistant Finance Director Bruns, and HR Director Palm

2. Public Hearing - Mayor Levin called the public hearing to order at 8:00pm.

Absent: None

14 Present, 0 Absent

2.1 Public Hearing on the Tentative Annual 2026 Budget

There were no public comments. Alderman Nardini moved to adjourn the hearing. Alderman Virgil seconded. A voice vote was taken. Motion passed unanimously. Hearing closed at 8:02pm.

3. Receipt of Written Communication from the Public - Delivered to each alderman that evening.

4. Public Forum

• Christopher Hanna - Spoke in regard to recent ICE activities in Elmhurst

• Joey Ruzevich - Congressional candidate introduction

• Simeren Silverstein - Spoke in regard to the tapestry of Elmhurst.

• Jenn Kovacs - Spoke in regard to a mental health crisis in Elmhurst.

• Brenda Garcia - Spoke in regard to a welcoming city ordinance proposal.

• Matt Barcus - Spoke in regard to federal activities with a call to action.

• Rita Dianati - Spoke in regard to ICE and a safe place in medical facilities.

• James Mastrino - Spoke on behalf of Kevin Flanagan in regard to ICE activity.

• Mary Drawn - Spoke in regard to ICE activity.

Mayor Levin delivered a statement following public comment as it pertains to the topic the public addressed.

5. Announcements - None

6. Consent Agenda

6.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Elmhurst City Council on November 3, 2025

6.2 Committee of the Whole Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Elmhurst City Council on November 3, 2025

6.3 Committee of the Whole Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Elmhurst City Council on November 10, 2025

6.4 Accounts Payable - November 17, 2025 - $4,305,160.37

6.5 Referral- Considering Average Annual Cost of Ownership for Fleet Vehicle Replacement Decisions

6.6 Report - Insurance Renewal -January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026 (F,CA&AS)

6.7 Report - Spring Road Business Association Winter Fest Request (PA&S)

6.8 Report - Neighborhood Traffic Study - Area No. 6 (PA&S)

6.9 Report - Purchase of One (1) 2026 Pierce Saber Pumper/Rescue Truck (PA&S) (See Item 8.1)

6.10 O-36-2025 - An Ordinance Approving and Authorizing the Execution of a Non-Exclusive License Agreement by and Between the Spring Road Business Association and the City of Elmhurst, DuPage and Cook Counties, Illinois

6.11 O-37-2025- A Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for the City of Elmhurst for the Fiscal Year Beginning On January 1, 2026, and Ending On December 31, 2026

6.12 R-101-2025 - A Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of a Notice of Award and Authorizing the Execution of a Contract for the First Street and Park Avenue Bridge Painting Project for the City of Elmhurst, Illinois

6.13 R-102-2025 - A Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Execution of the First Amendment to the Local Public Agency Agreement for Federal Participation by and Between the City of Elmhurst and the Illinois Department of Transportation in Connection With the Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Over Illinois Route 83

6.14 R-103-2025 - A Resolution to Approve the Payment of the DuPage County Fee in Lieu in Connection with the Route 83 Pedestrian Bridge Project

Alderman Brennan pulled item 6.8 to bring back to committee. Alderman Talluto pulled item 6.11. Alderman Nardini moved to accept the consent agenda minus items 6.8 and 6.11.

Ayes: Rex Irby, Mike Brennan, Jennifer Veremis, Brian Belanger, Karen Sienko, Jacob Hill, Chris Jensen, Michael Bram, Noel Talluto, Mike Baker, Jim Nudera, Dan Virgil, Guido Nardini, and Emily Bastedo

Nays: None

14 Ayes, 0 Nays

Motion carried

6.11 Alderman Talluto moved to accept the ordinance. Alderman Nudera seconded. Alderman Brennan moved to amend the ordinance by an increase in the three items in senior services to original level. Alderman Irby seconded.

Nays: None

14 Ayes, 0 Nays

Motion carried

Vote to accept the amended ordinance

Nays: None

14 Ayes, 0 Nays

Motion carried

7. Reports and Recommendations of Appointed and Elected Officials

Mayor Levin - No report

City Manager Grabowski - New badges for city hall handed out to council members. New Communications Manager Michael Queroz to begin on Wednesday. Citizen's survey can be found on city website, it is given every two years. City Hall closed 11/27 and 11/28. Leaf pickups on 12/3, 12/4, and 12/5 with your pickup date.

Alderman Baker delivered an update on the Ohare committee.

7.2 Mayor Levin -Referrals Report by Mayor had opportunity for discussion.

8. Ordinance (s)

8.1 O-38-2025 - An Ordinance Authorizing the Purchase of one 2026 Pierce Enforcer Pumper/Rescue Fire Truck and Authorizing the Disposal of One 2009 Pierce Pumper/Rescue Truck (See Item 6.9)

Alderman Brennan moved to accept the ordinance. Alderman Sienko seconded. Alderman Brennan requested council to suspend the rules to act quickly as there is one truck that became available the city can obtain.

Nays: None

14 Ayes, 0 Nays

Motion carried

9. Other Business - None

10. Adjournment - Alderman Irby moved to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Bram seconded. A voice vote was taken. Motion passed unanimously.

Meeting adjourned at 9:00pm.

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