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Board member reads constituent questions alleging questionable HR hire; board asks for answers

Champaign County Board Committee of the Whole · April 15, 2026
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Summary

Board member Pew read a constituent’s set of questions alleging the HR director’s son was hired without references and possibly without appropriate vetting; the board recorded the allegation and requested staff follow-up but offered no immediate resolution during the meeting.

During board communications, board member Pew read a constituent’s written questions raising concerns about a recent hiring in the county executive’s office. The constituent alleged the HR director’s son was hired despite an application that omitted references and included language preventing contact with past employers. The constituent also asked…

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