Don Moffitt named Illinois’ Assistant Director of Agriculture

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So much for retirement.
Don Moffitt just days after stepping down from his 74th District seat in the General Assembly that he held for 23 years has been appointed Illinois’ Assistant Director of Agriculture.

Gov. Bruce Rauner made the appointment calling Moffitt “uniquely qualified” for the job, citing the combination of his vast experience in state and local governments with his being a life long farmer.

Moffitt also served on the agriculture and conservation committee last year.

The Gilson Republican announced he would not seek re-election almost 14 months before the General Election which propelled Dan Swanson to 74th District seat.

Moffitt often cited spending more time with family as the reason for stepping down, but never ruled out taking another government job.

According to GateHouse Media he will be paid about $113,000 a year.That’s compared to the $78,000 Moffitt made in the General Assembly in 2015.

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