Aurora is the center of entertainment in the Fox Valley! From the historic Paramount Theatre to new destinations like The Venue, RiverEdge Park, and the upcoming Stolp Island Theatre, the City of Lights provides an unparalleled entertainment experience."This is Aurora" is hosted by Staff from the Mayor's Office of Economic Development - David Dibo (Director), Trevor Dick (Assistant Director), and Danielle Tufano (Brand and Marketing).WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ENTERTAINMENT SPOT IN AURORA? LET US KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW!<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EEIIkKANo8s?&wmode=opaque&rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>

Ep1: ENTERTAINMENT (June 2024)

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Welcome to Your Voice, the online engagement platform of the City of Aurora, IL! &nbsp;We recognize the importance of community input in making informed decisions about the future of our City. Share your ideas and play a role in shaping decisions on local matters and projects that resonate with you! Your participation is invaluable, and we eagerly await your contributions. Sign up now to become part of our free online community!&nbsp; Please note that some projects are informational only and engagement is limited or not available.

Welcome to YOUR VOICE Aurora!

PENN Entertainment is relocating Hollywood Casino Aurora to a new 18.7-acre development site near I-88 and Farnsworth Road. The new location will feature a modern casino with 1,200 gaming positions, a 220-room four-star quality hotel with a spa, high-quality bars, and restaurants (including an Italian steakhouse, Asian noodle bar, and sports bar), along with a 1,000-car parking structure and site improvements. The new location will also host a variety of entertainment, weddings, meetings, conferences, and special events.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://abc7chicago.com/video/embed/?pid=14120755" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" class="fr-draggable"></iframe><div class="faq_container" id="12613" style="text-align: left;"><h1 aria-level="2" class="question">Community Outreach</h1>November 14, 2024 &ndash; Hollywood Casino Aurora hosted an Aurora Casino Suppliers Opportunity Day for potential suppliers to explore opportunities for collaboration with the Casino&rsquo;s new development while learning more about the Casino&rsquo;s offerings: what they buy, vendor requirements, and upcoming opportunities.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EBQdDaaeb/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EBQdDaaeb/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here to see the Facebook Live video from the event!</a><a href="https://yourvoice.aurora.il.us/hollywoodcasino/widgets/78203/photos/21575" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/81854bfe8b644dbe467d40aa118e0f138125ae84/original/1731950106/c40a9741a14d36457ca35b3e25594b39_IMG_0053.JPG?1731950106" style="width: 705px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a> October 22, 2024 - During the City of Aurora&rsquo;s Hollywood Casino Aurora Progress Report Update, Mayor Richard C. Irvin said &ldquo;Hollywood is stepping up big&rdquo; in Aurora by building the tallest building in the city since 1974, having already passed 350 inspections, using local contractors, and putting up one of the largest casinos in the country outside Las Vegas! In attendance with Mayor Irvin to speak about the great progress being made on the development were representatives from the City of Aurora, Aurora alderpeople, Hollywood Casino Aurora, Viking Brothers, Inc., ATMI Precast, and Olsson Roofing Company, Inc.<iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JOCiC-nvD7E?&wmode=opaque&rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/55af6267833aa87b30e9ce463fbe99d2e545132e/original/1730143754/fa3880bab0fd292ea8489ae7098cca85_TEK_1198.jpg?1730143754" style="width: 952px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded fr-shadow"> July 19, 2024 - Mayor Richard C. Irvin toured ATMI Precast in Aurora to see the incredible work they do. ATMI Precast, a market-focused and innovative company, specializes in engineering, fabricating, and installing precast solutions. Their local team is diligently working on producing precast building system components essential for the parking structure of Hollywood Casino Aurora&rsquo;s new development. During the tour, Mayor Irvin observed firsthand the meticulous craftsmanship and advanced engineering that go into creating high-quality precast components. We are proud to have such innovative talent in Aurora driving this exciting development!<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuTg69S3Duw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here to learn more about the work ATMI Precast does and its involvement with the new Hollywood Casino Aurora Development!</a><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cAMB7318DfY?&wmode=opaque&rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> <img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/cc97caa63c8f0d93f9524f69f5b9e1fcf3a2861d/original/1722274606/1193f7290c0f9c52fd839c7c0892de39_JTE14904.jpg?1722274606" style="width: 1072px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded fr-shadow"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/87db2f81f19f0825d1ec64f108860d6499e63f68/original/1722274686/09b99193673edc155fb5c0f7f2e9b5d9_JTE14686.jpg?1722274686" style="width: 1072px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded fr-shadow"> April 5th, 2024 - Mayor Richard C. Irvin proudly presented Viking Brothers, Inc. with the prestigious Mayor&rsquo;s Award of Excellence. This esteemed recognition celebrates Viking Brothers, Inc. as a longstanding veteran-owned enterprise in Aurora, demonstrating exemplary dedication to providing essential services. Viking Brothers, Inc. has played a pivotal role in the realization of the new Hollywood Casino Aurora Resort, contributing vital assistance during the initial demolition phase by facilitating the responsible hauling of debris at the development site.The Mayor&rsquo;s Award of Excellence underscores Viking Brothers, Inc.&rsquo;s commitment to excellence and its significant contributions to the community&#39;s development and prosperity.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7ETNV7ncNY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here to watch Mayor Irvin present Viking Brothers, Inc. with the Mayor&#39;s Award of Excellence!</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7ETNV7ncNY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/896f83dc57e83e777a0b239c4c0828bdb51cda43/original/1712639926/0b6397d79c703e802c675d1c9c702ce6_TEK_9550.jpg?1712639926" style="width: 1072px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded fr-shadow"></a></div>

Hollywood Casino Aurora Development

<h2>PROJECT BACKGROUND</h2>This project has been planned for many years as the ultimate build-out of Farnsworth Ave and Bilter Road for the sections covered in this contract. The project is located on Farnsworth Ave from I-88 interchange to the lane drop approximately 700 feet south of Butterfield Rd, Bilter Rd from Church Road intersection to the west leg of Premium Outlets Blvd and Church Rd from approximately 220 feet north of the Bilter Rd intersection to approximately 800 feet south of the Bilter Intersection in the City of Aurora, Kane County, IL. The gross and net length is 9,134 ft (1.73 miles). <a href="https://ehq-production-us-california.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/8137aa301c326aea7a667a6ed8affe5fe0fb9018/original/1730904422/3036d4b067b4f70a786f7b6915c91135_Public_Meeting_Exhibit_01_%28Farnsworth%29_%283%29.pdf?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4KKNQAKICO37GBEP%2F20241106%2Fus-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20241106T151952Z&X-Amz-Expires=300&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=71dd94661beed554393051d70d240ad8a012219fb552fc1e0831dd5b40ecb9e9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/3dc9bb095857175c0e18f16145ab88a1d25fc6b1/original/1730906366/ce7e864f76f1d14cfa90359733cd7657_HRGreen_Project.PNG?1730906366" style="width: 705px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a>The project consists of widening and resurfacing Farnsworth Avenue, Bilter Road, and Church Road to improve traffic safety, capacity, and access within the public right-of-way. It includes a new combination of concrete curb and gutter, multi-use paths, sidewalks, storm sewer, traffic signals, and lighting. The project also includes water main relocation, grading, retaining walls, a culvert extension, and tree planting.<a href="https://ehq-production-us-california.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/4b245343352d0b22b3711a4274eec71004a7565c/original/1730904490/83904616ff5bdf80c4647829a11cc7bd_Public_Meeting_Exhibit_04_%28Traffic_overall%29_%282%29.pdf?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4KKNQAKICO37GBEP%2F20241106%2Fus-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20241106T152033Z&X-Amz-Expires=300&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=f29fe6fdbc892576f4fd1e6c57f0897f16abd4ceb3f173d92f8362754d2586f9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/a6086ff73b6d77336decad3b5c6f5729ca889617/original/1730906214/3b3bc23feb554ecfc2919f9cb8eb8c5a_HRGreen_Traffic_Flow.PNG?1730906214" style="width: 705px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a> <h2>PROJECT SCOPE</h2>The work consists of roadway widening and resurfacing approximately 1.73 miles. Farnsworth Ave is widening from a 4-lane section to a 6-lane section consistent with the cross-section found north of Butterfield Road. Bilter Road generally widens from a 2-lane cross-section to a 4-lane cross-section and Church Road is widening from a 2-lane cross-section to a 3-lane cross-section. The work will typically include the removal and replacement of existing pavement, installation of new water main, storm sewer, sidewalk, ADA ramps, bike path, lighting, and traffic signals along with work including signing, intersection radii widening, pavement marking, landscaping, and all other collateral work necessary to complete the project under the plans. <a href="https://ehq-production-us-california.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ad62bb23860478da9b62296aca8a018e144b3cea/original/1730904511/af6a1026d97d78ddc3972866f106d381_Public_Meeting_Exhibit_06_%28Typicals%29_%284%29.pdf?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Credential=AKIA4KKNQAKICO37GBEP%2F20241106%2Fus-west-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Date=20241106T152055Z&X-Amz-Expires=300&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Signature=7fd9899a817162b373cdf9839b80e8262996b03911f0619fcd0009f99035031e" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><img src="https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/ehq-production-us-california/01e89991d4386cb29684d233a3b245c236c0d20c/original/1730905975/aa1c05bde7204c044dbf6252142574f3_HRGreen_Exhibit_E.PNG?1730905975" style="width: 705px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></a>Much of the work is related to the new Hollywood Casino Aurora development that is underway. However, the City has been planning for all the roadwork needed in that area through 2050, not just the casino. Additionally, the City owns land to the east on Bilter that will eventually be developed (mixed uses/housing). <h2>SCHEDULE</h2>To be updated upon project start. The current anticipated start date for preliminary construction work is December 2024, with substantial completion around November 2025 <h2>PUBLIC COMMENT </h2>We encourage comments throughout this project. Questions or comments may be directed to: Brian Witkowski, P.E. New Development Engineer City of Aurora Development Services Center 77 S Broadway Aurora IL 60507-2067 630 256-3200 WitkowskiB@aurora.il.us

Farnsworth Avenue, Bilter Road, and Church Road Improvements 

The Phillips Park Golf Course has been an Aurora staple for over 100 years.The Course has received a National Design Award of Excellence by the American Society Golf Course Architects (ASGCA), and has been certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, preserving the natural heritage of the game of golf while encouraging the protection of the environment.Priding itself on the high quality of magnificent golf, superb amenities, and outstanding customer service, the Phillips Park Golf Course is one of the region&#39;s premier golf experiences.As the Course begins to explore an updated master plan, the public is encouraged to offer feedback about what the future of the Phillips Park Golf Course will look like! <iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yObFwfSXrlg?&wmode=opaque&rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe>

Phillips Park Golf Course Master Plan