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After heated public comments, trustees approve mayor's pick for village collector; some call for review
Summary
The board approved the mayor's resolution appointing John Pate as village collector amid public concern about his prior service and calls to eliminate the position; a motion to table the appointment was defeated before the resolution passed in roll call.
The Village of University Park approved a mayoral appointment to fill the village collector post despite sustained public comment urging delay and review.
Mayor Rudz presented John Pate's qualifications and education, describing him as a former village manager and director of public safety. Several residents and public commenters urged trustees to postpone the appointment until additional review or until the newly elected…
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