On Thursday evening, August 6, 2026, the Village Board approved the employment agreement appointing Courtney Sage as the next Hanover Park Village Manager.

Sage has served as Interim Village Manager since January 2026, following the retirement of former Village Manager Juliana Maller. She joined the Village in October 2024 as Deputy Village Manager and brings seven years of prior municipal experience with the Village of Cary.

 "I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents of the Village of Hanover Park, as well as to continue working alongside our dedicated staff, Mayor, and Village Board," said Sage. "I look forward to continuing to advance the Village's strategic goals and supporting the continued growth and success of our Village."

 Mayor Craig stated, “We are pleased to present Courtney Sage to the community as our new Village Manager.  In her role as Deputy/Interim, she has demonstrated a real love and passion for serving the people of Hanover Park.  We look forward to many years of collaboration, communication, and assistance to the people of our home town.”