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Council names Dr. Sarah Chapman vice mayor for 2025
Summary
Vacaville City Council selected Dr. Sarah Chapman as vice mayor on Jan. 14 following nominations and a voice vote; council discussion emphasized rotating the role among members and opportunities for those who have not yet served.
The Vacaville City Council selected Dr. Sarah Chapman as vice mayor for 2025 during its Jan. 14 meeting.
Mayor John Carley opened the floor for nominations and said he would support nominating Councilmember Stockton, but multiple council members spoke in favor of rotating the position and ensuring all members have an opportunity to serve. Councilmember Ritchie and others argued for a sequential rotation so members who have not yet served as vice mayor — including Silva, Chapman and newer member Fremont — would get the opportunity.
Councilmember (name on record) nominated Dr. Sarah Chapman; the council voted by voice and Chapman was confirmed. Dr. Chapman said she looked forward to assisting the mayor and serving in the role.
No additional formal motions or financial actions were associated with the selection; the appointment was made by council vote during the Jan. 14 meeting.
