Leesburg arts commission chair resigns; commission elects new chair and vice chair

The commission announced a resignation and elected replacements to its leadership during the meeting.

Commission members said Maliki (also spelled Malika in meeting comments), who had been serving as chair, informed staff that she will resign from the commission. The chair announced the need for a formal written resignation to be submitted to town staff for official processing.

Commission member Tony nominated himself for chair and the commission took a vote. The motion to appoint Tony passed; commissioners noted one abstention during the vote. "Aye," one commissioner called during the roll; another commissioner said she would abstain because she is ineligible to vote on matters involving an organization she represents.

Commission member Mark moved to nominate Kaylee as vice chair; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. Commission staff said they would request a formal written resignation from the departing member to allow the town to begin the vacancy-fill process.

Why it matters: Leadership changes affect who manages meeting agendas, minutes and the commission's work plan. Commissioners said filling the chair and vice-chair roles quickly will help the commission continue its event planning and outreach work.

Ending: Staff will follow up to request a written resignation and begin the process to fill the vacant commission seat; in the meantime Tony will serve as chair and Kaylee as vice chair.