The Rundown with Allison Longenbaugh
@allison4naperville.bsky.social
Planning & Zoning Commissioner, former Naperville City Councilwoman, runner, Everton fan (COYB). I sit through City Council meetings so you don’t have to. #TeamNaperville
BNSF delays on this blustery Monday morning.
December 29, 2025 at 11:49 AM
BNSF delays on this blustery Monday morning.
Warm wishes on this bright and beautiful Christmas Eve morning.
December 24, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Warm wishes on this bright and beautiful Christmas Eve morning.
Only one case on tonight’s PZC agenda, a drive-through at the BP on North Aurora/Ogden. The gas station is grandfathered in as an existing non-conforming use. Since they're asking to put in a drive-thru restaurant, it triggers PZC approval for conditional use.
December 17, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Only one case on tonight’s PZC agenda, a drive-through at the BP on North Aurora/Ogden. The gas station is grandfathered in as an existing non-conforming use. Since they're asking to put in a drive-thru restaurant, it triggers PZC approval for conditional use.
Wrapping up 2025! And the Data Center is NOT on this agenda; the elves shelved it to January.
Here are some stocking stuffers that caught my eye::
1. Renewable Energy Program- $280K for 2026 grants
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Here are some stocking stuffers that caught my eye::
1. Renewable Energy Program- $280K for 2026 grants
www.naperville.il.us/services/ele...
December 16, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Wrapping up 2025! And the Data Center is NOT on this agenda; the elves shelved it to January.
Here are some stocking stuffers that caught my eye::
1. Renewable Energy Program- $280K for 2026 grants
www.naperville.il.us/services/ele...
Here are some stocking stuffers that caught my eye::
1. Renewable Energy Program- $280K for 2026 grants
www.naperville.il.us/services/ele...
I can't wait to find out where the new LLBean store will boot up in Naperville!
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December 12, 2025 at 1:43 PM
I can't wait to find out where the new LLBean store will boot up in Naperville!
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www.chicagotribune.com/2025/12/11/l...
TubaChristmas on Washington/Jefferson! Been doing this for 46 years!
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December 6, 2025 at 4:40 PM
TubaChristmas on Washington/Jefferson! Been doing this for 46 years!
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The 2nd (and more pressing!) part of the 12/4/2025 Manager’s Memo is the WaterLink project, a 30-mile extension of the water pipeline from Lake Michigan. The 1st segment starts this month. Book Road will be closed between 75th & 83rd until this spring.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:12 AM
The 2nd (and more pressing!) part of the 12/4/2025 Manager’s Memo is the WaterLink project, a 30-mile extension of the water pipeline from Lake Michigan. The 1st segment starts this month. Book Road will be closed between 75th & 83rd until this spring.
www.naperville.il.us/globalassets...
www.naperville.il.us/globalassets...
Even with my experience on City Council, I had a lot to learn as a new Planning & Zoning Commissioner. I thought I’d share some high-level information I used to get up to speed.
www.allison4naperville.com/post/pzc-faq
www.allison4naperville.com/post/pzc-faq
PZC FAQ
PZC is an advisory board to City Council. It reviews land-use requests to ensure they comply with Naperville's Municipal Code & Land Use Master Plan.
www.allison4naperville.com
December 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Even with my experience on City Council, I had a lot to learn as a new Planning & Zoning Commissioner. I thought I’d share some high-level information I used to get up to speed.
www.allison4naperville.com/post/pzc-faq
www.allison4naperville.com/post/pzc-faq
At an Embrace Naperville panel in Oct 2023, students shared how much they value intergenerational conversations. On 12/6, that idea comes to life with a student-organized round-robin event at the Nichols Library. Seniors & students can trade stories, ask questions, & enjoy learning from each other.
December 5, 2025 at 10:07 AM
At an Embrace Naperville panel in Oct 2023, students shared how much they value intergenerational conversations. On 12/6, that idea comes to life with a student-organized round-robin event at the Nichols Library. Seniors & students can trade stories, ask questions, & enjoy learning from each other.
Sim Racing in the High Grove Plaza shopping center is the only case on tonight’s PZC agenda. Two things to review: Conditional Use and a zoning variance.
December 3, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Sim Racing in the High Grove Plaza shopping center is the only case on tonight’s PZC agenda. Two things to review: Conditional Use and a zoning variance.
I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving and weren’t impacted by the snow. A big thanks to Public Works for keeping the roads clear.
December 2, 2025 at 1:21 AM
I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving and weren’t impacted by the snow. A big thanks to Public Works for keeping the roads clear.
Three cases on the PZC agenda Wednesday.
1. 337 N Sleight- height variation on a detached summer kitchen.
2. 19 W Chicago- Schwab- Allow signage along the upper east side of the building.
3. Karis Data Center. The 4th meeting on the topic.
1. 337 N Sleight- height variation on a detached summer kitchen.
2. 19 W Chicago- Schwab- Allow signage along the upper east side of the building.
3. Karis Data Center. The 4th meeting on the topic.
November 18, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Three cases on the PZC agenda Wednesday.
1. 337 N Sleight- height variation on a detached summer kitchen.
2. 19 W Chicago- Schwab- Allow signage along the upper east side of the building.
3. Karis Data Center. The 4th meeting on the topic.
1. 337 N Sleight- height variation on a detached summer kitchen.
2. 19 W Chicago- Schwab- Allow signage along the upper east side of the building.
3. Karis Data Center. The 4th meeting on the topic.
Not too long of an agenda for Tuesday, but a good one!
Some interesting items:
1. eBike ordinance! It had its first reading on 11/4. No one asked for any changes.
Some interesting items:
1. eBike ordinance! It had its first reading on 11/4. No one asked for any changes.
November 17, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Not too long of an agenda for Tuesday, but a good one!
Some interesting items:
1. eBike ordinance! It had its first reading on 11/4. No one asked for any changes.
Some interesting items:
1. eBike ordinance! It had its first reading on 11/4. No one asked for any changes.
The third of three budget workshops is Monday (6pm) and will cover the Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Overview. Staff was disciplined in their approach to this year’s balanced budget, reducing overall operating and capital expenses and keeping an eye on long-term trends.
November 9, 2025 at 7:35 PM
The third of three budget workshops is Monday (6pm) and will cover the Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Overview. Staff was disciplined in their approach to this year’s balanced budget, reducing overall operating and capital expenses and keeping an eye on long-term trends.
What a difference a day makes! I was excited to see that the Healing Field was back on Rotary Hill for the first time since 2019, and took my run up the hill to recognize our Veterans. Thank you to everyone who’s served.
November 9, 2025 at 5:06 PM
What a difference a day makes! I was excited to see that the Healing Field was back on Rotary Hill for the first time since 2019, and took my run up the hill to recognize our Veterans. Thank you to everyone who’s served.
The 2nd of 3 budget workshops is Tues 6p. Staff did a fantastic job keeping a balanced budget of $685.13M. This year’s theme is the alliterative “Money with a Mission” & focuses on 5 trends: moderating revenues, aging assets, state legislation, staff investment, & national/global financial climate.
October 28, 2025 at 10:28 AM
The 2nd of 3 budget workshops is Tues 6p. Staff did a fantastic job keeping a balanced budget of $685.13M. This year’s theme is the alliterative “Money with a Mission” & focuses on 5 trends: moderating revenues, aging assets, state legislation, staff investment, & national/global financial climate.
BNSF delays!
October 22, 2025 at 11:23 AM
BNSF delays!
Council has a full docket with fall budget season, so this is a relatively short agenda. Of interest:
1. 2027 Priorities Plan presentation. Updates on Public Safety, Utilities, & Environment/Community Design.
1. 2027 Priorities Plan presentation. Updates on Public Safety, Utilities, & Environment/Community Design.
October 21, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Council has a full docket with fall budget season, so this is a relatively short agenda. Of interest:
1. 2027 Priorities Plan presentation. Updates on Public Safety, Utilities, & Environment/Community Design.
1. 2027 Priorities Plan presentation. Updates on Public Safety, Utilities, & Environment/Community Design.
I’ll be back on the dais Wednesday for my first Planning & Zoning (PZC) meeting. Three items on the agenda. It could be a long meeting.
1. DJK (557 S Washington) - converting a residence to their design studio. Needs setback & rear yard coverage variances to be able to provide ample parking.
1. DJK (557 S Washington) - converting a residence to their design studio. Needs setback & rear yard coverage variances to be able to provide ample parking.
October 15, 2025 at 1:29 AM
I’ll be back on the dais Wednesday for my first Planning & Zoning (PZC) meeting. Three items on the agenda. It could be a long meeting.
1. DJK (557 S Washington) - converting a residence to their design studio. Needs setback & rear yard coverage variances to be able to provide ample parking.
1. DJK (557 S Washington) - converting a residence to their design studio. Needs setback & rear yard coverage variances to be able to provide ample parking.
SECA has come up at recent Council meetings. As the former council liaison, I have experience with the process. City staff and commissioners dedicate hours & hours of work to ensure a transparent and robust review. I covered a number of FAQs on my website.
www.allison4naperville.com/post/seca-faq
www.allison4naperville.com/post/seca-faq
October 11, 2025 at 8:07 PM
SECA has come up at recent Council meetings. As the former council liaison, I have experience with the process. City staff and commissioners dedicate hours & hours of work to ensure a transparent and robust review. I covered a number of FAQs on my website.
www.allison4naperville.com/post/seca-faq
www.allison4naperville.com/post/seca-faq
Whoops! I missed mentioning the Sidewalk Program in my recap for tomorrow’s meeting. It’s buried in the Consent Agenda but will likely get some discussion. Most of the locations are in walking/running distance from my house so I checked them out before the September TAB meeting.
October 7, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Whoops! I missed mentioning the Sidewalk Program in my recap for tomorrow’s meeting. It’s buried in the Consent Agenda but will likely get some discussion. Most of the locations are in walking/running distance from my house so I checked them out before the September TAB meeting.
Oh boy! There are a bunch of developments on tomorrow’s agenda. And… My appointment to PZC is up for approval, too! I’m allowed to serve in an appointed role, so I applied for the vacancy. (Clemen resigned in July.)
There are 3 projects that will get discussion.
1. Reserves of Saddle Creek.
There are 3 projects that will get discussion.
1. Reserves of Saddle Creek.
October 6, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Oh boy! There are a bunch of developments on tomorrow’s agenda. And… My appointment to PZC is up for approval, too! I’m allowed to serve in an appointed role, so I applied for the vacancy. (Clemen resigned in July.)
There are 3 projects that will get discussion.
1. Reserves of Saddle Creek.
There are 3 projects that will get discussion.
1. Reserves of Saddle Creek.
There’s movement!
September 30, 2025 at 11:50 AM
There’s movement!
(Not a) good morning commuters! BNSF trains currently delayed.
September 30, 2025 at 10:54 AM
(Not a) good morning commuters! BNSF trains currently delayed.
Monday (6pm, not 7pm!) is the first of 3 budget workshops. Tonight’s focus is the Capital Improvement Program, 10/28 is the Operating Budget, and 11/10 is the Budget Overview.
September 29, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Monday (6pm, not 7pm!) is the first of 3 budget workshops. Tonight’s focus is the Capital Improvement Program, 10/28 is the Operating Budget, and 11/10 is the Budget Overview.