It was my understanding that Grafton Township Supervisor Jim Kearns was going to resign after he was sworn on the McHenry County Board.

But, looking at the Grafton Township web site I found what you see below:

When I asked why he had not stepped down, Kearns sent me the following:

I informed the board at the December 19th Meeting that I was giving them my resignation in writing on Dec 31; effective Dec 31.

Trustees Ziller and Zirk and the entire board then asked if I would consider staying until the end of my term.

I told them no.

The entire board was concerned that they wanted the voters to select my replacement.

I then told them I would Stay no later than Feb 28th Primary which would give them a clear direction of which candidate the voters would want.

(there are only 2 Republican candidates for Supervisor unless a write in Candidate files for the April election).

Supervisor Candidates Holtorfe and Ruth were both in attendance of the Dec 19th meeting and both preferred the voters decide.

I then later agreed to stay after consulting with my family.

I fully intended to resign in December.

I have attached a copy of the Dec 19 minutes approved at last nights meeting which reflect my intentions.

I commend the Trustees for wanting a smooth transition of power letting the voters decide.

It has been an honor to serve the residents of Grafton Township as the Supervisor.

A March 1 meeting has been approved to select my replacement.