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Title Will County Metropolitan Exposition And Auditorium Authority 
Contact Name Dale T. Evans 
Contact Phone 815.726.7171 Ext. 214  
Contact Email  
Function The Authority constructs, leases, or operates auditoriums in Joliet metropolitan area;
arranges, sponsors, and finances cultural, sports, trade, and scientific exhibits, shows, or events. 
Term 5 years, expiring December 1 of staggered years, and until successor is appointed and qualified 
Senate Confirmation Yes 
Party Affiliation N/A 
Compensation Expenses 
Qualifications No private financial interest in authority business. 
Composition 7 members
- 3 appointed by Governor with advice and consent of the Senate
- 4 appointed by Mayor of Joliet  
Chair Elected by the Board 
Authority 70 ILCS 200/280-1 

Member Names

Name (Last, First) Ascending Term Expires Member Since Affiliation Appointed By Position County
Babich, Mary  12/01/2004  01/03/2001    Mayor  Member  Will 
Hacker, David  12/01/1999  12/07/1993    Mayor  Member  Will 
Murphy, Gale V.   12/01/2016  03/26/2013  Democrat  Governor  Member  Will 
Rogina, Robert  12/01/1999  04/07/1998    Mayor  Vice Chair  Will 
Smith, James V.  12/01/1999  04/01/1996    Governor  Chair  Will 
Thornton, David J.  12/01/2009  03/01/2006    Mayor  Member  Will 
Tyler, Cynthia  12/01/2016  01/22/2013    Governor  Member  Will 

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