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County creates building supervisor post to manage Brookens property after months of debate

5786840 · August 13, 2025
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The County Board approved creating a building supervisor position in the physical plant department effective Aug. 29, 2025, to manage the Brookens building and pursue tenants and revenue to keep the property operational.

The Champaign County Committee of the Whole voted to create a building supervisor position in the physical plant department effective Aug. 29, 2025, to manage the Brookens building and pursue tenants to make the facility financially self-sustaining. The position was described by county staff as intended to fill, maintain and market the building so rental income can cover operating and capital needs.

Board members spent more than an hour debating the plan. Supporters said a dedicated on-site manager is necessary to keep the building occupied and to prevent small…

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