ROCHELLE, IL After a public service career spanning over 36 years, Gary Larsen has decided to retire from his position as the RMU General Manager. He plans to spend more time with his family and pursue in greater depth his hobbies and other areas of interest. Larsen has served as the RMU General Manager for the past two and one half years. Prior to coming to Rochelle, Larsen was employed by the City of Batavia, serving in various utility related positions. His retirement will become effective January 22, 2010.

“I am extremely thankful for the many opportunities I have been given here in Rochelle” stated Larsen. “I have appreciated so much the support that has been given to me at every level throughout the organization.” City Manager Ken Alberts expressed his appreciation for the contributions that Gary Larsen made to RMU during his tenure with the City. Development of the Rochelle Business and Technology Park and completion of the RMU Technology Center have been two very major accomplishments. In addition, several water and sanitary sewer extension and improvement projects have been completed. “Gary has been a major player in Team Rochelle for the past couple of years and I appreciate the talent and dedication with which he served RMU” stated Alberts. Gary’s retirement will also leave a void in NIMPA as he has served as President of that organization since its inception 2004.

Recruitment of a new General Manager will commence in the near future. In the interim, the RMU Superintendents will report to City Manager Ken Alberts.