Josh Watson to Serve as New Crown Point Planning Administrator

Josh Watson to Serve as New Crown Point Planning Administrator

Josh Watson will serve as the new planning administrator for the City
of Crown Point following the departure of Planning Administrator Grace Benninger.

“I am thrilled to have the ability to help developers while upholding the City of Crown Point's building and development standards,” Watson said. “As a Crown Point resident, I love this city. The Planning Department is helping shape the future of Crown Point, and I am honored to not only be trusted in the position, but to help guide it in the right direction.”

Watson previously served as assistant city planner with the City of Crown Point. He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and government from Ashford University.

Before joining the City of Crown Point, Watson worked for the Village of Lynwood for nine years in various roles, including resource manager, information technology coordinator and administrator.

“Josh has proven to be a strong leader in our Planning Department over the past few
months,” Mayor Pete Land said. “I am confident he will continue to lead the
department in the right direction.”