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Common Council appoints Sekima McClinton to Eighth Ward seat after contested process
Summary
The Poughkeepsie Common Council voted to appoint Sekima McClinton to the vacant Eighth Ward seat on Jan. 21, 2025. The appointment drew public comment and disagreement from residents and several council members about whether a public search and complete application record were used.
The Poughkeepsie Common Council voted Jan. 21 to appoint Sekima McClinton to the vacant Eighth Ward council seat, approving resolution R-25-16 by roll call.
The appointment followed public testimony and extended council discussion about the process used to fill the vacancy. Several residents said the council did not publicly solicit resumes or hold interviews; council members said they conducted a caucus and considered applicants before voting.
Council member Menace said the council considered multiple candidates in caucus and that “the democratic process was adhered to.” Council member Menace made the publicly stated defense of the council’s internal procedure, saying he saw the process unfold and that the council had discussed and voted on the…
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