McMinnville Aldermen Begin City Administrator Search
McMinnville Aldermen beginning the process of finding a permanent replacement for former City Administrator Nolan Ming. Alderman Steve Harvey said the city will utilize the Municipal Technical Advisory Service to assist with the recruitment process. Harvey said the organization will send a representative to McMinnville to review applications and narrow down the field of candidates […]
Ming Cites Family, Professional Opportunities In Illinois
McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming said his decision to step down came down to a chance to return to his home region. Ming said the timing of the opportunity in Illinois was the primary factor in his decision rather than any issues within the local administration. Ming said things are currently going very well in […]
Ming Departs McMinnville Job For Illinois Homecoming
McMinnville City Administrator Nolan Ming is resigning his position to become the Deputy City Manager for Joliet, Illinois. Ming said he was grateful for his tenure in Warren County. Ming served McMinnville since 2015, beginning as the Director of Community Development before being named City Administrator in 2019. Ming said Joliet is the third largest […]
Monterey Names Cleary Full-Time City Administrator
The Monterey Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Rafferty Cleary to serve as the new City Administrator during its Monday meeting. Mayor Alex Garcia said the appointment provides the town with a necessary continuity of government that will extend beyond the terms of elected officials. Garcia said the position is essential because the mayor currently […]
Monterey Awaiting Governor Signature For Admin Role
Monterey officials awaiting a resolution signature from Governor Lee to begin the formal process of creating a city administrator position. Mayor Alex Garcia said the city board must approve the change with a two-thirds majority vote once the resolution is signed. Garcia said the goal is to have the new contractual position filled and active […]
Sparta Alderman Provide Tablets To Y, Seniors, Library
Sparta Aldermen will spend the remainder of a broadband grant supplying Chromebooks to residents in need including local seniors and library patrons. City Administrator Tonya Tindle said the purchase of 160 Chromebook computers are the final act of spending the state grant. She said it gives back to the community. “We wanted to keep the […]
Bailey Expresses Legislative Hurdles For Monterey Position
State legislators facing committee deadlines to approve a charter change that would allow Monterey to establish a new city administrator position. State Senator Paul Bailey said he received the town’s resolution this week and immediately forwarded it to the legislative legal team for drafting. The proposal must clear the state and local committee before reaching […]
Sparta Aldermen Approve Tonya Tindle As Next City Administrator
Sparta has a new city administrator. “I really do appreciate it,” City Administrator Tonya Tindle said. “I’ll do everything I can to do the best job possible for the city.” The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved City Recorder and Certified Municipal Finance Officer Tonya Tindle to fill the position Thursday. Tindle served as interim since […]
Sparta Applying For Grant For North Carter Improvements
The City of Sparta wants to use the Tourism Enhancement Grant on North Carter Street Park. North Carter renovations would mirror the South Carter Street Park and receive a new pavilion, walking trial and decorative lighting. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said completing the north side would complete the tourism project for the street. “We are […]
Sparta Comfortably Passes Budget For New Fiscal Year
Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a $5.4 million budget for the new fiscal year with no city property tax increases. The budget is the same amount as last year, but all the departments received capital projects in the budget. City Administrator Brad Hennessee said completing the budget during the uncertainties of Covid is […]
