Naperville to Remove Ribfest Director from Commission Chairman Role Over Conflict of Interest Concerns
Executive Director Sarah Brune was quoted in this article.
Via – Naperville Sun
“After questions were raised about a possible conflict of interest, Naperville Mayor Steve Chirico said he will remove the executive director of Naperville Ribfest from his post as chairman of the city commission that makes Ribfest funding recommendations.
Rick Grimes has served on the Naperville Special Events and Cultural Amenities Commission since May 2014 despite serving on the board of directors for the Exchange Club, the organization that sponsors Ribfest and received a $238,250 grant for 2018 — more than any other group.
In October, Grimes was hired for the paid position of Ribfest executive director yet kept his position as chairman of the SECA commission.”
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