Boards and Commissions
The City of Lincoln, Illinois offers a variety of boards and commissions that serve as advisory bodies to the local government, providing expertise and recommendations across various sectors. These include the Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and the Diversity and Inclusion Commission. Each commission plays a role in shaping the community's development, preservation, and social inclusivity. These bodies help ensure that local policies reflect the values and needs of the residents, offering opportunities for public involvement in government decision-making.
Fire And Police Commission
The Fire and Police Commission oversees the hiring, promotion, and disciplinary processes for sworn police officers and firefighters, excluding the Police and Fire Chiefs. Responsibilities include administering testing and eligibility lists for new hires and promotions, as well as hearing disciplinary appeals involving suspensions, demotions, or terminations.
(3 members / 3-year terms)
| Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
| Marilyn Montgomery | April 30, 2026 |
| James Davis | April 30, 2026 |
| Emily Whitham | April 30, 2029 |
Zoning Board of Appeals
(7 members / 5-year terms)
| Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
| Robert Coombs | April 30, 2030 |
| Chris Coers | April 30, 2028 |
| Jim Drew | April 30, 2027 |
| Stephanie Liesman Benedict | April 30, 2029 |
| Gene Mehan | April 30, 2027 |
| Vacant | TBD |
| Vacant | TBD |
Planning Commission
(11 members / 3-year terms)
| Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
| Tracy Welch (Mayor) | April 30, 2029 |
| Molly Pickering | April 30, 2028 |
| Morris Trent | April 30, 2028 |
| James Wessbecher | April 30, 2028 |
| Robert Coombs | April 30, 2028 |
| Lori Blees | April 30, 2028 |
| Vic Martinek | April 30, 2026 |
| Vacant | TBD |
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| Vacant | TBD |
Historic Preservation Commission
(7 members / No term limits)
| Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
| Adam Wessbecher (Chairman) | April 30, 2029 |
| Julia Gerardot (Vice-Chairman) | April 30, 2029 |
| Katie Hanger (Secretary) | April 30, 2029 |
| Hannah Meece | April 30, 2029 |
| April Jensen | April 30, 2029 |
| Ron Keller | April 30, 2029 |
| Vacant | TBD |
Diversity and Inclusion Commission
(12 members / 3-year terms)
| Name | Term Expiration |
|---|---|
| Blake Shelton | April 30, 2028 |
| Sam Downs | April 30, 2028 |
| Mario Cannon | April 30, 2028 |
| Adam Quine | April 30, 2028 |
| Jennifer Hunt | April 30, 2028 |
| Cynthia Knutilla | April 30, 2028 |
| Vacant | TBD |
| Vacant | TBD |
| Vacant | TBD |
| Vacant | TBD |
| Vacant | TBD |
| Vacant | TBD |
Economic Development Grant Commission
(10 members / No term limits)
| Name |
|---|
| Tracy Welch (Mayor) |
| Dennis Clemons (Alderman) |
| Ashley Metelko (Administrative Assistant) |
| Charles Conzo (City Treasurer) |
| Wes Woodhall (Code Enforcement) |
| John Hoblit (City Attorney) |
| Jonette Tibbs |
| Sonnie Alexander |
| Martha Neitzel |
| Kathi Williams |
Liquor Commission
(5 members / No term limits)
| Name |
|---|
| Tracy Welch (Mayor) - Liquor Commissioner |
| Tony Zurkammer |
| Julie Landers |
| Ashley Metelko |
| Vacant |
Contact Us
If you are interested in serving our community by volunteering for a City board or commission with a current vacancy, we encourage you to complete the contact form below. Your willingness to serve is greatly appreciated and plays an important role in helping shape the future of our community.
