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Cleveland Heights council passes no-confidence vote; Mayor Khalil Sarin resigns effective immediately
Summary
Cleveland Heights City Council approved a resolution of no confidence in Mayor Khalil Sarin 6-1 and the mayor submitted a resignation effective immediately, citing missteps and offering an apology in a written statement presented at the meeting.
Cleveland Heights — City Council voted 6-1 Tuesday night to adopt a resolution expressing a loss of confidence in Mayor Khalil Sarin, and the mayor subsequently submitted a written resignation effective immediately.
The resolution, introduced by Council Member Petras and cosponsored by President Cuda, Vice President Russell and four other members, passed after a lengthy debate about staff morale, contracting transparency and the mayor’s conduct. The roll call recorded six votes in favor — Council Members Cobb, Cuda, Larson, Petras, Russell and Posh — and one vote opposed (Council Member Maddox).
The no-confidence resolution cited reported and alleged instances in which council members and residents said the mayor used poor judgment and failed to accept accountability. Council supporters said the measure was…
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