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Yelm schedules appointment vote May 27 after interviews; applicants urged to attend joint meeting
Summary
Council members interviewed multiple applicants for a council vacancy in a study session, drew an interview order, and said the full council will vote by majority at the May 27 regular meeting; applicants were encouraged to attend a joint council‑planning commission session beforehand for informational presentations.
The Yelm City Council held interviews with applicants for an open council seat during a study session and described the timeline and process for appointment.
Council drew names to set interview order and conducted candidate interviews during the meeting. Staff and council explained that a joint meeting with the planning commission is scheduled the week before the appointment and will include presentations from county and regional partners; applicants were advised to attend the joint meeting for background information though it will not include an appointment decision.
Mayor and staff said the council will take a majority vote at the May 27 regular meeting to fill the vacancy; the candidate who receives four votes will be sworn in and take the council seat at that meeting. Council members discussed fairness to applicants and the logistics of the schedule; no appointment vote was taken at the study session.
Applicants who spoke during the session included David Johnstone, Carl Sabaria, Ashley Spelker and other candidates who drew interview slots during the meeting. Staff confirmed applicants were notified of the interview and asked to prepare a short statement explaining why they want the seat.
Council members told applicants to attend the May 27 meeting and the joint planning‑commission session to hear presentations that will inform future council business.
