Abby Levenson to Leave Plainfield BA Role After Six Years, Cites Family Considerations
Maria Torres · Union County Life
Mayor Adrian Mapp announced that City of Plainfield Business Administrator Abby Levenson will be stepping down from her position in September after six years in the role and eight years working for the city. Levenson communicated her decision to Mayor Mapp in early June but remained in the position to complete the budget process before her departure.
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The Announcement
Mayor Mapp stated that he valued Levenson's stability and knowledge during the budget process. The announcement came earlier than the city had planned after the news leaked on social media, prompting Mapp to make the decision public before the originally intended timeline.
Levenson's Decision
Levenson's resignation will coincide with the start of the upcoming school year. In a statement to the Plainfield City Council, Levenson explained her decision was driven by family considerations and the demands of the position.
"Earlier this spring, my family and I made the decision that I would pivot in my career. As you know, I have 3 kids at home and the amount of nights this job requires has never been a great fit for my family," wrote Levenson to the Plainfield City Council. "As my kids have gotten older over the past 6 years that I have been working as the BA/Personnel Director, it has become more and more obvious that they need a parent who can commit to being home at a reasonable time."
Levenson's Tenure
Levenson has served as Business Administrator and Personnel Director for six years. Prior to that role, she worked with the city for eight years in other capacities, bringing significant institutional knowledge to the administration.
Appreciation and Transition
Levenson thanked Mayor Adrian Mapp for serving as a mentor and the Plainfield City Council members for collaboration and support over the years.
Mayor Mapp said the transition of the Business Administrator's responsibilities will be announced in the coming weeks. The city is beginning the process of identifying a successor or developing a transition plan.
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FAQ
Q: Is Plainfield's Business Administrator stepping down?
A: Yes. Abby Levenson, who has served as Business Administrator for six years, is stepping down in September 2026 due to family considerations.
Q: When is Levenson leaving?
A: Levenson is stepping down in September 2026, coinciding with the start of the school year.
Q: Why is Levenson resigning?
A: Levenson cited family considerations, stating that the demands of the position requiring evening work were incompatible with her ability to be home with her three children at reasonable times.
Q: How long has Levenson worked for Plainfield?
A: Levenson has worked for the city for eight years total, serving as Business Administrator and Personnel Director for six of those years.
Q: Who announced Levenson's resignation?
A: Mayor Adrian Mapp announced the resignation after the news leaked on social media.
Q: When did Levenson tell Mayor Mapp she was resigning?
A: Levenson communicated her decision to Mayor Mapp in early June 2026 but remained in position through the budget process.
Q: Will Levenson's responsibilities transfer to someone else?
A: Yes. Mayor Mapp stated the transition of the Business Administrator's responsibilities will be announced in the coming weeks.
Q: Who will be the next Business Administrator?
A: The city has not yet announced a successor. The transition plan will be detailed in coming weeks.
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