Richwood Council selects Kincaid as next administrator

Promotion comes with raises for village staff

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The Richwood Council unanimously approved the promotion of Eric Kincaid to be the next village administrator, effective April 1, 2026. Kincaid, who is currently the water and sewer operator for Richwood, will fill the role after the current village administrator departs.

Why it matters

The selection of a new village administrator is an important decision for the community, as this role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and management of the village. Kincaid's promotion also comes with raises for other village staff, indicating the council's commitment to supporting its municipal workforce.

The details

Eric Kincaid, who has been the water and sewer operator for Richwood, will now take on the role of village administrator effective April 1, 2026. The council's unanimous approval of his promotion also includes raises for other village staff members.

  • The Richwood Council approved Kincaid's promotion on February 25, 2026.
  • Kincaid will assume the village administrator role on April 1, 2026.

The players

Eric Kincaid

The current water and sewer operator for Richwood who was unanimously selected by the council to be the next village administrator.

Richwood Council

The governing body of the village of Richwood that unanimously approved Kincaid's promotion to village administrator.

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The takeaway

Kincaid's promotion to village administrator represents a smooth transition of leadership in Richwood, with the council demonstrating confidence in his abilities to oversee the village's operations. The accompanying raises for other staff suggest the council's commitment to supporting its municipal workforce.