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City Council Meeting 07-06-26
Published: Jul 6, 2026
Raymond W. Munch Appointed as New City Manager
The City Council approved an employment agreement for Raymond W. Munch as the seventh city manager, succeeding Mr. Dugan who will retire on July 31st. Munch, who has over 20 years of public service experience, previously served as the finance director for Naperville. The council expressed confidence in Munch's ability to maintain the city's positive trajectory.
City Receives Unmodified Audit Opinion for Fiscal Year 2025; Maintains Strong Financial Health
The city received a clean, unmodified audit opinion on its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. Sikich, the auditor, reported that the city has maintained a strong operational position, with governmental activities showing an increase of $7.1 million (3.6%) and business-type activities reporting a balance of $14.8 million. The general fund has strong reserves of $24.5 million ($20.3 million unassigned). Pension plans are well-funded: IMRF at 105.5%, Police at 96.9%, and Fire at 102.3%. This marks the 42nd consecutive year the city received the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting.
'Field of Honor' Event Praised; Upcoming Ice Cream and Band Concert Announced
The council discussed the success of the 'Field of Honor' event, which featured 2,026 flags displayed in Seven Gables Park. The event received significant positive press and community response, including coverage from WGN and Channel 7. Rudy Keller was credited as the driving force behind the event's success for the fifth consecutive year. There was also mention of a 'Municipal Band and Ice Cream' event on Thursday at 6:30 PM in Memorial Park, featuring 1,776 scoops of ice cream before the band concert.
Citizen Raises Safety Concerns Regarding Sober Living House
A concerned citizen, Marsha Siguenza, raised concerns about a sober living house at 1631 South Prospect Street, reporting increased police activity, threats of violence, and a sexual assault incident. She expressed concern about the number of residents (12) in the 2,800 square foot house, questioning the feasibility of recovery in such conditions and citing potential safety risks to the neighborhood.
Wheaton College Property Annexed into City Limits
An ordinance was passed annexing the Wheaton College property to the city of Wheaton. This property was previously de-annexed by the village of Glen Ellyn on June 22nd, in accordance with a boundary agreement between the two municipalities. The property is being annexed under the highest restrictive zoning classification, R1. The college may submit a development plan in the future.
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