Politics & Government
Kachel Exits Stage Left as Rippy's Sworn in as New Village Trustee
A small reception was held during a break in the Plainfield Village Board meeting to celebrate one trustee's departure and another's new tenure.
Plainfield Village Board members said goodbye to their colleague Larry Kachel Monday night and welcomed newcomer Dan Rippy to their ranks.
Kachel, who was appointed to the board two years ago, opted not to run in the April general election. Rippy, a Joliet-based lawyer, was elected as were incumbents Paul Fay and Bill Lamb.
All three men were sworn in Monday by village Clerk Michelle Gibas, and a small reception with cake and punch held in their and Kachel's honor.
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