John Liston Commissioner Web

jliston@mgparks.com
Elected 2023
Current Term Expires 2029

John Liston, President

John Liston earned a Bachelor of Science from the Darla Moore School of Businessmen at the University of South Carolina, receiving degrees in international business, human resources management, and entrepreneurship.  He obtained a Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law with a certificate in advocacy.

John currently serves as Executive Director of Serra International. Prior to that he worked for the law firm of Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman, LLP, as a civil defense attorney.  In addition to his work for Serra, John is an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he teaches courses in negotiation, mediation, and client counseling.  John also serves as the treasurer for Innovation Experts, a non-profit that provides support services for public libraries, and the Chicago Engineers’ Foundation.

lrathunde@mgparks.com
Appointed in 2024
Current Term Expires 2031

Lisa Rathunde, Vice President

Lisa Rathunde grew up in Morton Grove and is still a resident. She and her husband, Ken, love raising their four young children in this village.
Lisa and her family’s favorite thing to do is be outdoors. They enjoy going on walks around town and visiting all the parks that Morton Grove has to offer. They also love to go camping.

Lisa likes to be involved in the community . She currently serves on the Morton Grove Days Commission. She is an active member of St. Martha’s/ All Saints Parish.

pminx@mgparks.com
Elected in 2019
Current Term Expires 2031

Paul Minx, Treasurer

Paul Minx is a United States Army Veteran and a lifelong Morton Grove Resident. Paul and his wife, Rita, have 4 children and 19 grandchildren, eight of which reside in Morton Grove.

Paul Minx has many years of experience in various Morton Grove community civic organizations. Commissioner Minx currently services as the president of the Morton Grove Days Commission, is a member of the Morton Grove Appearance Commission, serves on St. Martha’s Parish Council and Parish Life. Paul also spent 7 years volunteering on the Fire Department Pension Board for the Village. Paul’s current and past involvement with the Village of Morton Grove lends itself to a wealth of knowledge and experience.

krussell@mgparks.com
Appointed in 2025
Current Term Expires 2027

Kelly Russell, Commissioner

Kelly Russell was born and raised in Morton Grove and her love for this community led her to build her life and raise her family here.  Kelly and her family are very involved with different park district activities and enjoy trying out new programs and events throughout the year.  With firsthand experience of these programs, Kelly is thrilled to join the board and help make an impact.

As a seasoned project manager, Kelly has been with a global research company for over 17 years, gaining extensive experience in the consumer-packaged goods industry.

Kelly has a passion for traveling the world and embracing new experiences that broaden her perspectives as well as gaining unique experiences along the way.

bpolyak@mgparks.com
Appointed in 2025
Current Term Expires 2027

 

Bill Polyak , Commissioner

Bill Polyak grew up in Chicago and moved to Morton Grove in 2018. With his wife Theresa, a life long Morton Grove resident, they are raising their two young children. His children enjoy numerous park district activities throughout the year which inspired him to join the board and become more active in the community.
Bill is an emergency responder for North Shore Gas, the natural gas utility in Lake County where he also currently serves on their union supported safety committee.
In his free time, Bill likes spending quality time with his family and friends, getting an early morning workout at Club Fitness, and trying to perfect smoked brisket.

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