Fairview board hires retired mayor Bob Riyle as interim city manager

The Fairview Board of Commissioners voted 5‑0 April 16 to hire former Dixon Mayor Bob Riyle as the city’s interim city manager under Resolution 18‑26.

Board members discussed the mayor’s initial part‑time availability and approved an amendment to prorate Riyle’s monthly compensation until he reaches full‑time hours. Commissioner Roberts moved the amendment citing the candidate’s interim availability; the board voted to approve the amendment and then adopted the full resolution to appoint Riyle.

The measure formalizes the interim appointment as the board initiates a search for a permanent city manager and fills an administrative gap created when the prior city administrator departed. According to discussion during the meeting, the interim appointment gives Fairview a single point of day‑to‑day leadership while staff continue routine operations and coordinate post‑storm recovery.

The vote was recorded by Miss Jones as 5‑0 in favor. The board did not set a separate effective date in the resolution beyond the appointment approved on April 16.

The board’s action followed earlier remarks praising Riyle’s experience in municipal budgeting and administration. Commissioners noted that his initial schedule may be part‑time and that the prorated pay adjustment is intended to reflect that interim arrangement until he assumes full‑time duties.