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Urbana committee approves interim deputy chief appointment for Michael Cervantes

Urbana City Council · May 5, 2026
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Summary

The committee of the whole approved Mayor's appointment of Michael Cervantes as interim deputy chief of police, term through June 30, 2027; council vote recorded 4–2 in committee and the item was finalized in the special meeting.

The committee of the whole voted to approve Mayor Williams’s appointment of Michael Cervantes as interim deputy chief of police, with the term to end on or before June 30, 2027.

Mayor Williams introduced the appointment and asked for a motion. Councilmember Mary Alice moved and Councilmember Quisenberry seconded the motion. The clerk recorded votes: Council members Wu, Hersey, Jones and Quisenberry voted yes; Council members Evans and Wilkin voted no. The motion carried by a 4–2 margin and councilmembers congratulated Cervantes.

The committee recorded the appointment and staff noted steps to finalize appointment paperwork and update department rosters. The appointment will be reflected in personnel records and any administrative actions required by the Police Department.