Appoint 1 candidate to fill vacant city council seat

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In Plain English

A council member left office on July 18, 2017, creating an empty seat. 13 residents applied to fill the position through the end of the current term. The council interviews candidates and selects one person to serve until the next scheduled election.

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Votes

Appointed Ada Recinos to the vacant City Council seat

Passed

6 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

The council unanimously appointed Ada Recinos to fill the vacant City Council seat left by a member who departed in July. Recinos was selected from 13 residents who applied for the position and will serve until the next scheduled election. This appointment restores the council to its full membership, ensuring all districts have representation. The selection process involved interviewing candidates before making the final decision.

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Other motions

Extended the meeting 30 minutes

Passed

Suspended the rules and extended the meeting to finish current Item J-1

Passed

Community Discussion

This discussion was submitted to the City Clerk as part of the public record.

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