Tinley Park's Village Manager To Retire

Tinley Park IL

22 September, 2021

12:25 PM

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By Jon DePaolis, Richard Free Press: TINLEY PARK, Ill. — The Village of Tinley Park is in the market for a new village manager. Dave Niemeyer, who has served in the role since June 2014, has announced his intention to retire, effective Friday, Oct. 8. "I have had an enjoyable and fulfilling 38-year career in Illinois local government, and I have been blessed to work with many great people over the years," said Niemeyer in a press release issued by the Village. "Tinley Park is a wonderful, close-knit and passionate community, and I will always cherish the long-lasting relationships and friendships I have developed here." Prior to his time with Tinley Park, Niemeyer was village manager of Oak Brook from 2007 to 2014, city manager of Des Plaines from 2003 to 2007, village manager of Homewood from 1998 to 2003, village manager of Richton Park from 1993 to 1998, village administrator for Orland Hills from 1988 to 1993, and city administrator and assistant to the mayor in Harvard from 1986 to 1988. "Dave's great leadership skills were on full display during the COVID-19 pandemic, when he oversaw budget cuts that allowed us to trim our expenses while at the same time continuing to provide quality services to residents," stated Tinley Park Mayor Michael Glotz in the press release. "He also worked closely with businesses to help them weather the economic hardships caused by the pandemic. "Dave also oversaw the development of not one but two comprehensive strategic plans and was key in reorganizing the Community Development Department and engineering services so that we were better serving the public. Bringing engineering services in-house saved the Village several thousand dollars annually. "We're sorry to see Dave go, but we wish him nothing but the best in his future endeavors. Dave is a hard worker, a great listener and a fantastic leader. He and his 38 years of experience will be missed." According to the press release, the Village Board of Trustees is expected to name Assistant Village Manager Pat Carr as Niemeyer's replacement. Richard Free Press is a one-stop destination for the news that most affects you, the southwest suburban resident. Be an informed citizen of the town you live in and love.