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Villa Park ZBA elects Deborah Kane as vice chair; staffer Michelle announces departure

Village of Villa Park Zoning Board of Appeals · April 9, 2026

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Summary

At its April 8 meeting the Zoning Board of Appeals elected Commissioner Deborah Kane as vice chair and heard from a staff member, Michelle, that this will be her last meeting after accepting a position with another municipality. The board thanked Michelle and noted the village is recruiting for a community development director.

The Villa Park Zoning Board of Appeals elected Commissioner Deborah Kane as vice chair during its April 8 meeting. Chairman Pate nominated Kane and the board approved the nomination by roll call; the vote to elect Kane was carried without opposition.

During board business the board also heard an announcement from a staff member, Michelle, who said she accepted a position with another municipality and that this meeting would be her last with the Zoning Board. Board members offered congratulations and thanked her for her service. Staff noted the village is actively seeking a community development director to fill vacancies and continue work on zoning and planning matters.

Chairman Pate framed the vice‑chair appointment as part of giving board members opportunities to gain experience in leadership roles and confirmed that Kane had accepted the nomination. Commissioners discussed the role’s duties in chair absence and administrative coordination; the board will proceed with usual procedures for future internal officer roles.

The board adjourned following general business.