Naperville Transportation Advisory Board Meeting – October 1, 2026

The Naperville Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) met at 7:00 PM on October 1, 2026, in Council Chambers. The board approved the minutes from the September 3, 2026 meeting, received a year-end police department report, and voted unanimously to recommend adoption of the updated Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. The meeting also included an update on the overnight parking survey.

Consent Calendar

• The board unanimously approved the minutes of the September 3, 2026 Transportation Advisory Board meeting as submitted.

Public Comments & Testimony

• No members of the public signed up to speak during the open Public Forum; however, written comments were submitted and provided to the board in advance.
• In connection with the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update (Item 26-1152), three speakers addressed the board:
  • Ted Borlard, representing NES (Naperville Environmental Society), expressed strong support, stating the plan should be viewed as an investment that improves safety, accessibility, connectivity, and quality of life for all residents.
  • Nick Falk, a resident, advocated for studying the use of Riverwalk-adjacent public land (e.g., Centennial Beach) to solve the downtown bicycle "missing mile" connection, rather than relying solely on on-road signage. He asked that the plan preserve options for further study.
  • Justin White, representing the Naperville Bicycle Club, Naperville Outdoor Alliance, and NES, emphasized the plan's importance for residents of all ages and abilities and commended the revisions made after public feedback.

Discussion Items

• Police Department Report: Sergeant Musca reported final 2026 STEP grant enforcement numbers: 849 total stops and 625 enforcement hours, with 198 seat belt, 298 speed, and 223 distracted driving violations. Budget for 2027 is expected to roughly double, leading to increased enforcement. Enforcement visibility will increase in areas affected by south-end construction (Book Road/Route 59 and Wolf's Crossing/248th corridor).
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Update: Mr. Prusa presented the final draft update, noting key additions: a feasibility study for an off-street downtown bicycle connection, an implementation framework, and clarifications on protected bike lanes and cost estimates. Board members asked whether the plan constituted enforceable policy or guaranteed specific projects. Mr. Prusa explained it is a 30-year planning document that guides investments but requires future budgeting and City Council approval. Potential funding sources, including grants, are outlined in the plan. Board members also inquired about requirements for new developments to provide bicycle and pedestrian access; Mr. Prusa stated that the plan does not specify such requirements but offered to follow up. Councilman Brown noted the plan's $54 million estimated cost over 30 years and emphasized that it remains aspirational until funded. The board unanimously voted to recommend adoption of the plan.
• Old Business: Mr. Prusa provided an update on the overnight parking survey. The survey ended on September 18 with over 2,000 responses, including 1,800 written comments. Staff continues to analyze the data and will present results at a future TAB meeting.

Key Outcomes

• Approved the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes.
• Recommended adoption of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update to the City Council.
• Police Department will focus enforcement on construction-impacted areas.
• The overnight parking survey results are pending analysis and will be reported at a later meeting.