John Galloway resigns from Grundy County Board

MORRIS — John Galloway has submitted his resignation from the Grundy County Board.

The resignation for Galloway, who represents District 2, is effective Monday. He was elected to the board in 2006. He has is chairman of the county’s Finance Committee and also serves on three other committees.

Galloway said Wednesday afternoon he is proud of all the county has accomplished during his nine years on the board, but due to work obligations he is unable to give his seat the time that is needed.

"I was given a new position as supervisor at Exelon [Dresden Station] where I work," Galloway said. "I've served nine years and it's time to step down and give someone a chance to step up who can give it the time and attention needed."

Galloway’s term was set to end in December 2016. His vacancy must be filled within 60 days by appointment of the board chairman with the board's advice and consent.

“I want to thank John for his years of service to the community and to this organization," board Chairman David Welter said in a statement announcing the resignation. "John has always been a strong advocate for fiscal responsibility and for the people of Grundy County. His vision and leadership will be deeply missed.”

County Administrator Doug Pryor agreed Galloway will be missed.

"John has great institutional knowledge and has been very helpful with the budget process," Pryor said.

Galloway said the financial knowledge is something he gained while on the board. When he started he wasn't sure how the finances of the county worked but quickly took interest and learned, which led him to sitting on the Finance Committee, and eventually serving as finance chairman.

He said the recent addition of Pryor as administrator makes it easier to step down.

"When we hired Doug I think I told him, 'Now I think I can leave.' He is the most sound choice we've had in the administrator position in a long time," Galloway said.

Pryor said once the position is vacated Monday, the county has three days to send a notice to the central committees of the county's Republican and Democratic parties.

Welter said once the Republican party caucus presents its nomination to fill the seat he will send that decision to the full County Board for consideration.

The county has 60 days to fill the position and because Galloway was a Republican, the position will be filled by a Republican.