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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Alex G. Alexandrou, Chief Management Officer
DATE: August 22, 2017
SUBJECT:
A Resolution Authorizing the Appointment of Alisia Lewis as the Director of Human Resources.
PURPOSE:
To obtain authorization to appoint Alisia Lewis as the Director of Human Resources.
BACKGROUND:
Alisia Lewis has over 25 years of private and public sector experience in human resources, employee benefits and labor relations. Hired on September 16, 1996, she has worked in a number of key positions within the city, currently serving as Director of Human Resources since August 29, 2010. She also has five years of experience as an Assistant Chief of Staff in the Mayor's Office. Alisia has a bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois in Psychology.
DISCUSSION:
This proposed appointment is part of the recommended City reorganization of departments and divisions in order to improve efficiencies within the organization and improve customer service for the public. As a result and in accordance with the City of Aurora Code of Ordinances, the Director of Human Resources position as a department head is appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the City Council.
Job Description is attached for reference.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council authorize the appointment of Alisia Lewis as the Director of Human Resources 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 Alisia Lewis as the Director of Human Resources.
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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 is in need of a Director of Human Resources; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council have determined that Alisia Lewis, 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: Effective upon passage of this resolution, the Mayor is hereby authorized to appoint Alisia Lewis to the position of Director of Human Resources.