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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Alisia Lewis, Director of Human Resources
DATE: November 7, 2017
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Herman Beneke as the Director of Building and Permits.
PURPOSE:
To obtain authorization to appoint Herman Beneke as the Director of Building and Permits.
BACKGROUND:
Herman Beneke has been with the City of Aurora since July of 2000, serving in several positions within the division. He has been the Assistant Director of Building and Permits for nearly twelve years. Herman has a Bachelor's of Science in Architecture degree from the Lawrence Technical Institute and has been a registered Architect since 1992. Additionally, Herman holds the International Code Council credentialing as a Certified Building Official.
DISCUSSION:
Herman has been an outstanding employee and has worked tirelessly on major projects such as the Aurora Premium Outlet Mall. Due to the position being vacated recently, Herman is filling the role on an interim basis. In accordance with the City of Aurora Code of Ordinances, the council must consent to the appointment of the Director of Building and Permits as a Division head.
Job Description is attached for reference.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council authorize the appointment Herman Beneke as the Director of Building and Permits for the City of Aurora.
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 Herman Beneke as the Director of Building and Permits.
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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 a Director of Building and Permits; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council have determined that Herman Beneke, 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 Herman Beneke to the position of Director of Building and Permits.