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Belvidere council appoints Jordan Kek as public works director effective June 8
Summary
The council consented to Mayor Clinton Morris's appointment of Deputy Director Jordan Kek as director of public works, with the appointment effective June 8, 2026; the motion passed unanimously after a brief acknowledgement of Brent Anderson’s retirement.
The Belvidere Committee of the Whole on May 26 approved the appointment of Jordan Kek as director of public works, effective June 8, 2026. The mayor’s memo presenting the appointment noted the change followed the retirement of long‑time public works director Brent Anderson.
Mayor Clinton Morris read the memo requesting council consent. The motion to appoint Kek was made by Alderman Flurry and seconded by Alderman Albertini; the council voted in favor. Alderman Peterson offered a light‑hearted welcome, telling Kek, "Jordan, you don't have to be crazy to work here. We'll train you." Kek, who spoke earlier on the mowing and utility items, is currently assistant/ deputy director and will assume full director responsibilities in June.
Why it matters: The appointment places an internal successor in charge of the city’s public‑works operations as the department prepares to execute several capital projects and maintenance contracts approved by the council.
What’s next: Kek's effective date will be entered in personnel records and staff will transition duties in coordination with departing director Brent Anderson and the city HR/personnel processes.
