DeShawn Williams was elected to the Champaign County Board, representing District 6, back in November. Now, he is stepping down to serve as Chief Deputy Treasurer, where he will work alongside newly elected Champaign County Treasurer C.J. Johnson. Williams is an Assistant Vice President at Busey Bank.
Democratic precinct committeepersons in District 6, including Williams, will recommend a replacement to be approved by the board.
You can read his statement here.
Photo provided by DeShawn Williams.