Politics & Government
Palatine Township Board Appoints Replacement for Highway Commissioner Post
The former Highway Commissioner resigned his seat, and Aaron Del Mar will fulfill the remainder of the term which ends in May of 2017.
Newly appointed Palatine Township Highway Commissioner Aaron Del Mar (left) is pictured during his swearing in ceremony with Judge John Curry (right).
The Palatine Township Board voted to appoint Aaron Del Mar as the new Highway Commissioner at its Monday, March 23, 2016 meeting.
Former Highway Commissioner Tom Kaider resigned his position effective May 23, due to personal and health-related issues.
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“I must step down as Highway Commissioner. It was a pleasure to serve the Road District, I enjoyed it, and it remains in great hands with the Road District staff. I am confident the Township will take appropriate action going forward,” Kaider said.
Palatine Township Supervisor Sharon Langlotz-Johnson said Del Mar was chosen to take over the post due to his extensive qualifications, which include a BA in Public Management, experience as a Village of Palatine councilman, small business ownership, as well as his knowledge and commitment to the community.
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The current Highway Commissioner term began in May of 2013 and runs through May of 2017.
