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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Alisia Lewis, Director of Human Resources
DATE: November 22, 2017
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Marissa Spencer as the Assistant Corporation Counsel.
PURPOSE:
To obtain authorization to appoint Marissa Spencer as the Assistant Corporation Counsel.
BACKGROUND:
The Assistant Corporation Counsel position became vacant on August 4, 2017 due to a resignation. In accordance with the City of Aurora Ordinance, the position is appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the City Council.
DISCUSSION:
Human Resources advertised and recruited for an Assistant Corporation Counsel on several websites. Thirty four (34) applications were received, nine applicants were chosen for initial interviews and 4 applicants had final interviews.
After a thorough assessment and consideration of education, skills and experience, Marissa Spencer was selected for the position.
Marissa Spencer has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management and Administration from Bradley University and a Juris Doctor from Northern Illinois. She has been working in the legal field since 2008. Marissa brings both private and public sector experience, most recently working for the DuPage County State's Attorney's Office. Her background and working knowledge will be beneficial to moving the law department forward pursuant to future department objectives.
Resume and Job Description attached for reference
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council authorize the appointment of Marissa Spencer as the Assistant Corporation Counsel.
cc: Alex Alexandrou, Chief Management Officer
Stacey Hamling, Interim Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer
Wendy McCambridge, City Clerk
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Marissa Spencer as the Assistant Corporation Counsel.
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City of Aurora will be in need of an Assistant Corporation Counsel; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council have determined that Marissa Spencer, best meets the qualifications to fill said position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: the Mayor is hereby authorized to appoint Marissa Spencer to the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel.