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“AI requires innovation.”Leaders like Ram Tyagi are proving that forward-thinking isn’t optional — it’s essential.In the...
10/23/2025

“AI requires innovation.”

Leaders like Ram Tyagi are proving that forward-thinking isn’t optional — it’s essential.
In the City of Aurora, IL, Government, innovation is becoming part of the city’s DNA, driving smarter systems, stronger connections, and more transparent decisions.

That’s what ThinkAI: A Tech Town Hall is all about — bringing together civic visionaries, business innovators, and educators to shape the next era of intelligent cities.

🔗 Join the conversation → https://bit.ly/42zVAGk

10/22/2025

What does a Township Clerk do? Angie Thomas breaks it down—from boosting transparency to helping residents understand how local government really works.

Watch the full interview here: https://bit.ly/3CL0a5n

10/14/2025

Data has power when we use it — and even more when we share it.

As City of Aurora, IL, Government CIO Ram Tyagi explains, the future of cities depends on turning data into insight, and insight into action.

Be part of that conversation at ThinkAI: A Tech Town Hall, November 13 at Bureau Gravity.
🔗 https://bit.ly/42zVAGk

“AI isn’t a department. It’s a mindset. On November 13, Aurora will bring together innovators, executives, and community...
10/02/2025

“AI isn’t a department. It’s a mindset. On November 13, Aurora will bring together innovators, executives, and community leaders to start shaping that mindset together.”

We're excited to share that ThinkAI: A Tech Town Hall is coming to Aurora.

📅 November 13, 2025
📍 Aurora, Illinois

Presented by TalkLab in partnership with the City of Aurora.

This will be a place to learn, collaborate, and push forward what’s possible with AI, data, cybersecurity, and fiber innovation.

Let’s start thinking AI.

09/23/2025

“Affordable housing isn’t just for certain people. It’s for all of us.”
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As part of our Meet Your Trustees series, Jerria Donelson shares how her personal experiences—and the people she serves—shape her work in Aurora Township. This clip dives into what affordable housing really means and how she's helping residents not just get a home, but keep it.
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🎥 Watch the full interview at https://bit.ly/3CL0a5n

09/22/2025

💡 What if Aurora became the stage for tomorrow’s big ideas?
In this new episode of Inside Aurora, CIO Ram Tyagi and host Jimi Allen discuss how collaboration, experimentation, and innovation can shape the future — not just for Aurora, but for communities everywhere.

From AI to quantum computing, Ram’s vision is about building a platform where ideas and solutions come alive.

📺 Watch the full conversation → https://bit.ly/3IqqBFC

City of Aurora, IL, Government

09/18/2025

🌆 What does it take to build a smarter, more connected city?
Aurora’s CIO, Ram Tyagi, sat down with host Jimi Allen for a candid conversation on leadership, empathy, and the role of technology in serving the community.

Ram isn’t just an engineer — he’s a dad, a runner, and a reflective leader committed to elevating others.

📺 Watch the full Inside Aurora episode now → https://bit.ly/3IqqBFC

08/26/2025

“There’s no such word as can’t.” 💪
Trustee Dolores Hicks shares her inspiring journey from nurse and single mom to Aurora leader. Faith, family, and community are at the heart of it all. 💛

08/01/2025

Aurora Township Trustee Samuel Núñez’s family has been part of this community since 1918 — and now he’s focused on giving back. In this new episode of Talking Cities Aurora, Sam shares how he’s helping strengthen youth programs, expand support for seniors, and carry on his family’s legacy of service.
🎥 Watch now and meet one of the people working hard to make Aurora a better place for all.

07/10/2025

Why leave a successful law career for public service? 🗳️ Bonnie Lee Kunkel, Aurora Township 's new trustee, shares her story of stepping into an uncomfortable but meaningful role to better serve the community. Hear how her legal experience, empathy, and creative ideas guide her vision for Aurora.

06/16/2025

Aurora’s new mayor, John Laesch, sits down for a candid conversation about his first months in office, his vision for a greener future, and how he plans to tackle city finances, transparency, and community engagement. 🌆💬 Watch now to hear how Mayor Laesch hopes to take Aurora in a new direction.

05/14/2025

🎉 Celebrate freedom, culture, and community at Aurora’s 24th annual Juneteenth Festival! In this episode of Talking Cities: Aurora, Diane Moca sits down with Rickey Rogers of African American Men of Unity to talk about the meaning behind Juneteenth and what makes this year’s event so special—from live music and poetry to food, games, and a powerful message of unity. ✊🏽✨

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