Transparency
Transparent, Honest, Convenient
The City of Aurora is committed to providing an unprecedented level of transparency. This section provides information that is often requested by residents in one convenient location.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please email the city.
Open Data Portal
This centralized and accessible open data portal aims to enhance transparency and accountability with the public. Here you can find, analyze, and download data published by our departments.
Meet the boards, access meeting agendas and minutes, and learn about how to serve on the City's many Boards and Commissions.
Browse information on the city's finances including expenditures, taxes, fees, trusts, and pension funds.
The Fire and Police departments want to ensure transparency with their reporting, job eligibility, funding, and pay rates.
The City of Aurora maintains comprehensive Rules and Regulations Implementing the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (the “FOIA Rules”), which provide procedures, instructions, and forms for obtaining City public records. Find specific files and information about the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) process.
Find information about board meetings, including agendas and minutes.
Disclosure of Economic Interests and Campaign Finances
The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requires certain employees, state public officials, and appointees to state boards and commissions to file a Statement of Economic Interests form, disclosing their financial interests, to the Secretary of State’s office annually on or before May 1. In addition, the City of Aurora has enacted a city ordinance which requires certain employees and elected officials to disclosure their campaign contributions and outside employment.
Disclosure of Economic Interests and Campaign Finances Open Data Portal