City Council Meetings

WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS MAYOR W-IILIP j, SUESS COUNCILWOMAN ERICA BRAY-PARKER I COUNCILWOMAN LEAH BRICE I COUNCILMAN SCOT‘I' BROWN COUNCILMAN BRADLEY CLOUSING I COUNCILWOMAN LYNN ROBBINS I COUNCILMAN SCOTT WELLER WHEATON CITV HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 503 W WESLEV STREET, WHEATON, ILLINOIS 60187 Monday, May 18, 2026 1. Call to Order and Roll Call The regular Wheaton City Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Philip J. Suess. Upon roll call, the following were: Physically Present: Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Absent: Councilwoman Brice City Staff Physically Present: Michael Dzugan, City Manager William Kolschowsky, Assistant City Manager Dawn Didier, City Attorney James Kozik, Director of Planning and Economic Development Joseph Tebrugge, Director of Engineering Nathan Plunkett, Street Superintendent Susan Bishel, Public Information Officer Andrea Rosedale, City Clerk City Staff Electronically Present: None 2. Presentation Mayor Suess presented Certificates of Excellence and America250 commemorative coins to 2026 National Merit Scholar Finalists Sean Alvarez and Emma Carroll (Wheaton North High School). Anne Quetua, Jenna Wilkinson (Wheaton North High School), and Ethan Farrell (Wheaton Warrenville South High School) were recognized in their absence. Community Relations Chair David Sohmer introduced members of the Community Relations Commission and thanked them for their coordination and execution of the 2026 Good Citizens Award event. Chair Sohmer reviewed the purpose statements of the Community Relations Commission. Commission members Shauna Thorson and Andrea Clayton, together with Mayor Suess, formally presented the 2026 Good Citizen Awards to recipients in both student and adult categories. Honorees included Edie Zurawski of Monroe Middle School, as well as Kevin Lange and Lauren Park from Wheaton North High School in the student category. The adult category recognized Molly Hall, Erin Janulis, Don Schmitt, Nancy Singer, and Joe Ursitti. Additionally, Rich Broadhead was acknowledged as a recipient, though he was unable to attend the meeting. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 18, 2026 3. Citizens to be Heard Juliette Zweig, 49 Somerset Circle, emailed the Council on May 12, 2026, with request for the email to be entered into the public record of the next regular City Council Meeting pertaining to a request for the City Council to direct the City Manager and the City Attorney to address the documented record of how a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy was issued at her property in January 2021, and to state the City’s enforcement under Development Agreement Resoiution R-20-17 going forward. Edward G0l0wacz, 1901 Jahns Drive, emailed the Council on May 15, 2026, with request for the email to be entered into the public record for the May 18, 2026 City Council Meeting pertaining to his letter dated May 9, 2026 asking the councii to reconsider Resolution R—2026-28 (Flock Safety lease extension) and terminate the contract and a citation appendix. 4. Consent Agenda Councilwoman Robbins moved and Councilwoman Bray-Parker seconded that the following action be taken on the Consent Agenda items: 1. Approve the Minutes ofthe Wheaton City Council Regular Meeting — May 4, 2026, as submitted. 2. Adopt Resolution R-2026—39, A Resolution Authorizing the Approval of Closed Session Minutes. 3. Approval of City Manager Compensation. 4. Adopt Resolution R-2026—40, A Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Retaining Wall Mural Agreement Among the City of Wheaton, Jeffrey Peltz and Jeremy Botts in an Amount Not to Exceed $55,000. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Nays: None Absent: Councilwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimously 5. Pass Ordinance 0-2026-30, An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wheaton Chapter 26 (Businesses), Article Vll (Massage Businesses) and Appendix B Councilman Weller moved and Councilman Brown seconded that 0-2026-30, An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wheaton Chapter 26 (Businesses), Article Vii (Massage Businesses) and Appendix B, be passed. City Manager Dzugan stated that the first reading of an amendment to massage regulations occurred on May 4, 2026. He mentioned that the City Attorney had proposed several changes to clarify and enhance specific provisions. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEED!NGS Monday, May 18, 2026 Roll Cali Vote: Ayes: Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Nays: None Absent: Councilwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimouslv 6. Adopt Resolution R-2026-41, A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Fifty-Two (52) Modular Vehicie Barrier System Packages from Advanced Security Technoiogies LLC Through the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Purchasing Cooperative for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $114,928 Councilman Clousing moved and Councilman Brown seconded that R—2026-41, A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of Fifty-Two (52) Modular Vehicle Barrier System Packages from Advanced Security Technologies LLC Through the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Purchasing Cooperative for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $114,928, be adopted. City Manager Dzugan reported that the Assistant City Manager’s memorandum recommended purchasing 52 modular vehicle barriers to enhance security at special events, particularly those held on Liberty Street and at the French Market. He noted that the proposed barriers are $77,000 below budget, with the 2026 budget allocating $192,000 for this purpose. He also indicated that staff conducted thorough research on barrier systems and determined, based on reasons detailed in the memorandum, that this option represents the most suitable choice for the City. Assistant City Manager Kolschowsky replied to Councilman Weller's question about the barriers' lifespan, noting a year is not attached with them. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Nays: None Absent: Councilwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimouslv 7. Pass Ordinance 0-2026-31, An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit to Allow the Construction and Use of a Car Wash, on a Certain Piece of Property Commonly Known as 2175 W. Roosevelt Road — Mister Car Wash Councilwoman Bray—Parker moved and Councilman Weller seconded that O-2026—31, An Ordinance Granting a Special Use Permit to Allow the Construction and Use of a Car Wash, on a Certain Piece of Property Commonly Known as 2175 W. Roosevelt Road — Mister Car Wash, be passed. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 18, 2026 City Manager Dzugan stated that the City Council had instructed the City Attorney to draft an ordinance regarding the updated plan, dated April 22, 2026, for a car wash located at the northeast corner of Roosevelt and County Farm Roads. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Nays: None Absent: Councilwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimously 8. Receive Planning and Zoning Board Report Re: ZA #26-12/ PUD with Exceptions/ 700-800 E. Roosevelt Road/ Quattro Development Councilman Brown moved and Councilwoman Robbins seconded that Planning and Zoning Board Report Red; ZA #26-12/ PUD with Exceptions/ 700—800 E. Roosevelt Road/ Quattro Development, be received. City Manager Dzugan stated that the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved a special use permit for a planned unit development at Roosevelt Road and Chase, intended for a grocery store and nursery school on property which has been vacant for a number of years. He reported the board recommended several conditions and staff also suggested revision to condition four, adding a new privacy fence on the south property line, and a requirement regarding fines owed to the City, totaling up to $29,300. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Councilwoman Bray—Parker Nays: None Absent: Councilwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimously Angie Valley, of 504 Pershing Ave., expressed concern that a new grocery store could increase traffic cutting from Naperville Road down Pershing to Chase, especially due to an exit onto Chase. Brett Dahlman from Quattro Development explained that there are three ways to access the development, with two entrances on Roosevelt Road (a right-in and right-out) and a smaller entrance on Chase Street. He confirmed the smaller drive on Chase Street exists, but stated that all delivery vehicles, as well as most patrons, would use Roosevelt Road for entry and exit. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 18, 2026 in response to Mayor Suess, Mr. Dahlman confirmed a traffic study was included. Brandon May, Principal at KLOA, lnc., explained that an industry—standard traffic impact study was conducted for the proposed deveiopment. He provided details indicating the study evaluated weekday morning, weekday evening, and Saturday midday peak hours, as well as the access drives located on Roosevelt Road and Chase Street. Mr. May confirmed that some traffic is expected from Chase to Pershing, primarily involving existing residents or individuals familiar with the Roosevelt Road corridor. He further stated that the Chase access drive offers practical ingress for vehicles turning from Roosevelt onto Chase to enter the development. Mr. May responded to Mayor Suess by explaining that although some traffic assignments and additional traffic were directed to Pershing, the study concluded that the Chase and Pershing intersection would still function at acceptable levels of service. ln response to ongoing concerns regarding traffic and the associated studies raised by Angie and Brian Valley, Mayor Suess recommended that developers follow a process. He noted that the property has an existing curb cut on Chase Street, which dates back to its previous use as a Jeep dealership several years ago. ln response to Erica Nelson of 1734 Kay Road, Mike Haigh from Quattro Development stated that the school is designed to accommodate up to 161 students, ranging from infants to pre—kindergarten. He stated the facility will operate Monday through Friday, with hours from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Mr. Haigh confirmed that drop—off and pick-up times will be staggered throughout the day. He also noted that parents will park their vehicles and conduct drop—off or pick-up activities, typically averaging five minutes per visit. Mr. Haigh responded to Mayor Suess by explaining that the development offers 142 shared parking spaces. He clarified that a pick—up and drop-off car line is not part ofthe plan and confirmed parents would be parking. Additionally, he mentioned that there are 20 spaces located in front of the entrance, reserved specifically for loading and non—employee parking. Mr. Haigh informed Councilwoman Bray~Parker that all truck traffic would use the easternmost entrance off Roosevelt. He shared that Sprouts’ largest delivery vehicle is a WV50 truck, which will make deliveries between one and three times per week, by 7:00 am before the nursery school opens. He noted other deliveries during the day will be made by smaller vans or box trucks, scheduled outside child pick-up and drop-off periods. He also pointed out an island with trees and landscaping separating the travel lane from the delivery bay. Mr. Dahlman informed Councilman Weller that the fines and fees would be paid today by check. Mr. Dahlman informed Mayor Suess and City Attorney Didier that a new fence would be installed. Motion to Direct the City Attorney to Prepa re an Ordinance to Approve the Special Use Permit with the Four Conditions as Outlined by the Planning and Zoning Board, and Replacement of the Fence Councilwoman Bray-Parker moved and Councilman Brown seconded a Motion to Direct the City Attorney to Prepare an Ordinance to Approve the Special Use Permit with the Four Conditions as Outlined by the Planning and Zoning Board, and Replacement of the Fence. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 18, 2026 Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Counciiman Clousing Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weiler Nays: None Absent: Councilwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimously 9. Council Comment Councilwoman Robbins expressed her condolences to the Armbrust family for the passing of long time Wheaton resident Vada Armbrust. Mayor Suess invited residents to join Wheaton’s America250 kickoff at the Wheaton Liberty Tree Planting Ceremony, scheduled for May 20, 2026, at City Hall. Mayor Suess provided comments regarding the proposed BUILD Act and its potential impact on local zoning authority and housing development. He referenced results from a recent scientific poll conducted by the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference of more than 600 registered DuPage County voters, noting limited public awareness of the BUILD Act and survey results indicating that a majority of respondents believed development in DuPage County is occurring at an appropriate pace. He further noted that many respondents favored maintaining or increasing zoning restrictions rather than reducing them, and that a majority opposed higher-density development and the introduction of multifamily housing within single—family neighborhoods. Mayor Suess further expressed concerns that the BUILD Act would diminish local control over zoning decisions by establishing state—mandated standards for lot sizes, setbacks, and housing density. He noted provisions which included permitting duplexes, multifamily housing, and up to eight-unit apartment buildings within single-family residential districts, as well as reduced setback requirements. He referenced statements made by state officials and proponents of the legislation, expressing disagreement with assertions that the proposal would preserve local zoning authority. Mayor Suess acknowledged statewide concerns regarding housing affordability and availability and stated that the proposed legislation was not viewed as the appropriate solution. He highlighted Wheaton’s history of supporting housing diversity and affordability, including adoption of an open housing ordinance in 1967, exceeding affordable housing benchmarks, and the addition of several hundred new housing units currently under construction or in development review. Mayor Suess further stated that housing affordability challenges are influenced by broader economic factors such as interest rates, land availability, construction costs, and market conditions, rather than solely municipal zoning regulations. He encouraged residents to contact state legislative representatives to express concerns regarding the BUILD Act and its potential impact on local decision—making authority and community character. WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 18, 2026 10. Approval of Warrant Counciiwoman Bray—Parker moved and Counciiwoman Robbins seconded that Warrant No. 920 in the amount of $1,232,502.29, be approved. Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Counciiwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Ciousing Counciiwoman Robbins Councilman Weiler Nays: None Absent: Counciiwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimously 11. Closed Session Councilman Brown moved and Counciiwoman Robbins seconded to go into closed session at 7:54 p.m. for the — purpose of discussing Personnel Matters 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1). Roll Call Vote: Ayes: Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Counciiwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Counciiwoman Bray—Parker Nays: None Absent: Counciiwoman Brice Motion Carried Unanimously The City Council returned to the open portion of their meeting at 8:35 p.m. 12. Adjournment Counciiwoman Robbins moved and Councilman Weller seconded that the regular Wheaton City Council Meeting be adjourned at 8:36 p.m. Voice Vote: Ayes: Councilwoman Robbins Councilman Weller Counciiwoman Bray-Parker Councilman Brown Mayor Suess Councilman Clousing Nays: None Absent: Counciiwoman Brice WHEATON CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Monday, May 18, 2026 Motion Carried Unanimouslv RespectfuHy submitted, Mag @w Andrea Roseda1e City Clerk Submitted for Approvai: June 1, 2026