Chandlerville mayor removes fire department heads resigns

An investigation into the burning of an abandoned building in Chandlerville has resulted in the removal of two fire department employees and the resignation of the mayor.

Former Chandlerville Mayor Tim Richard resigned his position at 7 p.m. Tuesday, October 17 as the result of the Illinois Environment Protection Agency (IEPA) investigation regarding the burning without the proper permits. The burn was conducted on Wednesday, October 11.