Flossmoor Mayor Seeks New Trustee After Hoag Resignation

FLOSSMOOR, IL — The Village of Flossmoor is seeking Trustee applicants after longtime Trustee, Perry Hoag submitted a letter of resignation Friday. Mayor Michelle Nelson is now accepting applications for individuals interested in filling the vacant trustee position, according to a news release from the village.

In his resignation letter, Hoag stated, “It has been a pleasure to serve as an elected trustee for the Village of Flossmoor for the last 20-plus years. During that time, I feel that we accomplished a lot for the Village. But, for me, the most gratifying part of my work was getting to meet with and serve so many of our wonderful constituents. Flossmoor is in a better position today than it was when I first joined the board and is poised for continued growth and success.”

Nelson will accept resumes and letters of interest from potential candidates until 5 p.m. Sept. 10. Selected candidates will interview with the mayor, who will then advance a candidate for board consideration, according to the release. Illinois Statute calls for the vacancy of a trustee position to be filled by the Mayor with the consent of the Board of Trustees. The appointed term will run until 2023 when Hoag’s official term is concluded, the release states.

While Nelson said she is sorry to see a longtime and valued colleague vacate the board, she is looking forward to seeing what applicants emerge for the potential appointment.

“We have benefitted from Trustee Hoag’s commitment, expertise and passion for more than 20 years, and we are so grateful for his service,” Nelson said. “Now, we have an opportunity to welcome a new voice to the Board to share fresh thoughts and energy to the Village and our community.”

Hoag’s resignation goes into effect immediately, and the board vacancy will be filled following the application and interview process, according to the release.

Interested candidates can submit a resume and a letter of interest to Nelson, marked “trustee vacancy” either in-person at Village Hall or by email to info@flossmoor.org.