The board approved an employment agreement with Austin Pollack to serve as Village Administrator. As the chief administrative officer, he will oversee budgets, staffing, capital projects, and procurement, including complex efforts like the LaFox redevelopment and IT or infrastructure initiatives already under discussion. Vendors should note this leadership change, as new administrators often reassess priorities, contracts, and service providers in their first year.

Pollack expressed enthusiasm and is likely to be central to implementation of LaFox RDA/IGA, roadway projects, IT changes, and staffing arrangements (e.g., direct hire of Building & Zoning Officer).