Applications Requested for Unexpired Park Commissioner Term

DECATUR, IL – The Decatur Park Board of Commissioners welcomes the submission of applications for the unexpired term of Commissioner Bob Brilley II who unfortunately passed away earlier this month. The unexpired term has approximately eight months remaining and ends with the election cycle of April 2027.

     “We are incredibly grateful for the 17 years that Bob faithfully served the Decatur community as a Commissioner on the Decatur Park District Board. His passion for seniors, getting kids back in the parks, and supporting the employees of the Park District will be forever missed” says Chris Harrison, Decatur Park District Board President.

     The Board’s goal will be to find an individual who is committed to serving the Park District, involved in the community, and representative of the population it serves.

     Interested individuals must reside in the Decatur Park District boundaries and should submit the following information:
Current resume that highlights experience, education/technical training and employment history

A statement of interest that contains:
A summary of why you are interested in joining the Decatur Park District.
The history of your community involvement over the last five years.
What unique attributes and experience that you bring to the Board.

     Submissions must be returned to the administrative office in a sealed envelope, attention Melanie Moore, Secretary to the Board, or by email at [email protected] by 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 30th, 2026 .

     Once the Park Board reviews the applications and selects the finalists, interviews will be conducted on Monday, August 10th beginning at 5pm. Finalists must be available on Monday, August 10th for consideration.

     For more information, please call Melanie Moore at 217-422-5911.