Lusby named as new public works director
Jul. 3—CHAMPAIGN — The city of Champaign has chosen a new public works director after a nationwide search.
Terry Lusby, Jr., who currently serves as the interim public works director for Schiller Park, will step into the role on Aug. 12, city officials said.
"I am thrilled and privileged to be selected as Champaign's next Public Works Director," Lusby said. "It is an honor to serve and work with highly skilled professionals, thoughtful residents, and passionate community partners to maintain the long-standing tradition of exceptional municipal services, and continuously improving the quality of life for this great city."
According to city officials, Lusby's career includes over 16 years in public works and construction management positions, both public and private.
This includes serving as the director of public works for Olympia Fields, facilities and fleet superintendent for Tinley Park, assistant director of operations and maintenance for Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School District 233 and project manager for the Carlo Steel Corporation in Chicago.
Lusby holds a Master of Science in Public Administration with a Fiscal Administration Specialization from Northern Illinois University, a Master of Science in School Business Management from Northern Illinois University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from Western Illinois University.
The city of Champaign conducted a nationwide search following the resignation of former public works director Khalil Zaied in March 2024. Zaied said in February that he was moving out of state to attend to family matters.
City manager Dorothy Ann David, who appointed Lusby, said he was "the best choice" to lead the department due to his wealth of experience.
"He has developed his leadership skills by steadily advancing through several management roles with increasing levels of responsibility and a passion for public service," she said. "Terry has already demonstrated his commitment to becoming an active member of the Champaign community and engaging with our residents. I'm pleased to add Terry to the City's executive team, and I know he'll be a great asset to our community and the City organization."
