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Naperville Food Beverage Tax

McBroom Calls for Review of Naperville’s SECA Grant Spending

Posted November 10, 2025 in News
In a recent Daily Herald article, Councilman Josh McBroom voiced concerns about Naperville’s food and beverage tax expansion — a new ordinance that now includes drive-through-only businesses like 7 Brew, Scooter’s Coffee, and Chick-fil-A. While the change aims to ensure fairness among restaurants, McBroom questioned how the resulting tax revenue is being used, particularly the…

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naperville e-bike ordinance

Naperville E-Bike Scooter Ordinance

Posted November 2, 2025 in News
The Naperville City Council reviewed the first reading of a proposed ordinance regulating the operation, classification, and safety of e-bikes and e-scooters in Naperville. This proposed ordinance, prepared by the Naperville Police Department, aims to enhance public safety, align with state law, and provide clear local rules for the use of these devices on city…

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NCTV SECA Grant

Should Government Own Media Outlets?

Posted October 29, 2025 in News
At last night’s budget workshop, the majority of the Council directed staff to, essentially, take ownership of Naperville Community Television (NCTV17). I completely understand and sympathize with my colleagues’ desire to see NCTV continue serving our community. They’ve provided real value for years. But I ultimately dissented on raising the SECA funding cap to keep…

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Naperville proposed 2026 budget

City of Naperville 2026 Budget

Posted October 25, 2025 in Political Issues
I am currently watching some football and flipping through Naperville's proposed 2026 budget, which is 512 pages of light reading. The current structure inherently creates an environment ripe for conflicts of interest and political favors. The only way I see to prevent conflicts of interest, aside from eliminating the entire program, is to establish…

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Naperville CAPS Awards

Annual Naperville CAPS Award

Posted October 25, 2025 in Events
We had an amazing night at the annual Naperville Citizens Appreciate Public Safety (CAPS) event at Meson Sabika. Proud to recognize our amazing Naperville Fire Department and the firefighter-paramedics who go above and beyond for our community. Thank you for all you do to keep Naperville safe. Citizens Appreciate Public Safety (CAPS) continued its tradition…

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Max's Mission Suicide Prevention

SECA Spotlight: Max’s Mission

Posted October 1, 2025 in News, Nonprofit
One of this year’s SECA recipients is Max’s Mission, a small nonprofit that received $2,500. Their work, supporting families impacted by suicide loss, is something I believe every human being would view as a worthy cause. (Link in comments) This is also what makes SECA tricky. The program wasn’t originally designed to fund small local…

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Facebook Comment

I’ll Admit When I’m Wrong

Posted September 18, 2025 in News, Social Issues
As long as I have a microphone, I’m going to use it. And when I see a table that needs to be flipped, I’ll flip it. But like everyone, I’m not perfect, and when I make a mistake or cross a line, I will own it. At our August 19th Naperville City Council meeting, I…

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Naperville Energy Suppliers

What’s Behind Naperville’s IMEA Decision

Posted June 21, 2025 in News
Naperville’s energy future hangs in the balance. The City Council must soon decide whether to renew the city’s long-term partnership with the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA), the nonprofit power consortium that has provided Naperville with affordable, reliable electricity for decades. Expert consultants and the city’s Public Utility Advisory Board have both recommended renewing the…

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