Aaron Burdick
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 55:26
- Avg per meeting
- 5:02
- Segments
- 1106
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Top issues during term (19)
Data center moratorium and GM/JATCO property
No direct cost; the pause is meant to prevent costly long-term impacts on utilities, infrastructure, and the tax base.
Proposed 2027 city budget and tax/utility increases
CIP could run ~$4 million over the usual $11 million borrowing target, potentially meaning higher taxes or delayed projects.
Hyperscale data center concerns
Alliant says ratepayers wouldn't directly pay for infrastructure built just for a data center, and that new large customers could help spread fixed costs and moderate bills.
Data center opposition at the GM site
The fight is over whether promised tax revenue is worth possible higher power costs and infrastructure strain.
Peace Park Playground Renovation
City funds will cover the renovation; the exact figure wasn't detailed at the meeting.
$5 Million Federal Blight Elimination Grant
A $5 million federal windfall for cleanup work the city otherwise couldn't easily afford.
Conflict-of-Interest Allegations Against James Otterstein
PulsePoint CPR Alert App Launch
The app is free to residents.
2026 Street Rehabilitation Program
$4.37 million awarded to the low bidder, Payne & Dolan.
Dawson Field Complex Improvements
$1.9 million awarded to Parisi Construction LLC.
Data center information workshops
Deteriorating railroad bridge downtown
Risk if the data center project falls through
A worst-case $30 million remediation debt would cost the median homeowner about $845.
ballot initiative on large development approvals
Expect added election and administrative costs plus delays or uncertainty that could affect developer financing and city tax revenue.
property acquisition
Taxpayers could see new revenue and jobs if redevelopment succeeds, but they’re also on the hook for site costs, cleanup, and any public spending needed to make the project happen.
city council election
The election itself doesn’t set a price tag, but the winners could shape city spending, development incentives, and tax decisions around housing and the data center.
public hearing on backyard duck ordinance
If passed, expect possible permit fees and coop costs for duck owners, plus city time spent on inspections and nuisance complaints.
economic redevelopment
If it lands, the city could see new tax revenue and construction/tech jobs, but data centers can demand costly power and infrastructure upgrades.
cruising ordinance update
Taxpayers could see extra police enforcement costs, while repeat cruisers may face fines if the ordinance is tightened.
Decisions during term (21)
Recorded while Burdick was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Resolution No. 2026-2421 — Commendation of John M. McManus III
Consent Agenda (Minutes, Investment Report, UPS Resolution)
Award of Contracts for Bid Schedule "B" 2026 (C2026-6 Street Rehabilitation and C2026-9 Dawson Field Complex Improvements)
Motion to Convene into Closed Session re: City Manager Kevin M. Lahner
Minutes of the March 9, 2026 regular City Council Meeting
Motion to adjourn
Motion to Adjourn
Consent Agenda Items 6.a and 6.c through 6.g
Peace Park Playground Renovation (Resolution 2026-2412)
GM/JATCO Direct Legislation Ordinance (File Ordinance 2026-926) Referred to November Ballot
Adjournment
Consideration and action on a proposed resolution authorizing the City Administration to expend funds to purchase two solid waste collection vehicles. (File Resolution No. 2026-2417)
Consideration and action on a proposed resolution authorizing the City Administration to expend funds to conduct a study and condition assessment of the IT room dedicated HVAC system.
Consideration and action on a proposed resolution in commendation of Jane E. Burr for her more than 26 years of service to the City of Janesville. (Resolution No. 2026-2415)
Consideration and action on a proposed resolution in commendation of Michelle Wilson-Smith for her more than 22 years of service to the City of Janesville. (Resolution No. 2026-2414)
Licenses and recommendations (refer to the license agenda)
Consent agenda approval
Motion to suspend rules for immediate second reading and public hearing
Motion to send Ordinance 2026-926 to the April 7 ballot
Adjournment
Voting record (2)
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