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Council adopts application process to fill vacant District 6 seat; appointment set for May 19, swearing June 2
Summary
After debate over speed and outreach, the Charlotte City Council voted to adopt a two‑week application window and a timetable to appoint a replacement for the District 6 council seat. Applications will open April 30, close May 13; council will appoint May 19 and swear in the appointee at the June 2 meeting.
The Charlotte City Council on April 28 adopted a process to fill the vacant District 6 council seat that balances an expedited timeline with additional outreach. The adopted schedule opens applications on April 30, closes them on May 13, schedules candidate forums and sets council appointment for May 19 with a formal swearing‑in on June 2.
Why it matters: District 6 is without representation while the council and budget process continue; several council members argued the district needs a representative in time for budget deliberations while others pressed for more outreach time to ensure an open and…
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