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Council appoints Mel Fuller to Ward 5 seat on budget committee
Summary
The Salem City Council appointed Mel Fuller to the Ward 5 vacancy on the city's budget committee during a March 24 special meeting after other applicants withdrew. The appointment was made by motion and approved by roll-call vote.
The Salem City Council appointed Mel Fuller to the open Ward 5 seat on the city's budget committee at a special meeting on March 24, 2025.
Councilor Irvin Nishioka moved to cancel the planned interviews and appoint Mel Fuller; Councilor Teigen seconded the motion. The council approved the appointment by roll-call vote. Mayor Julie Hoy and councilors Varney, Teigen, Nishioka, Gwynn, Brown and Nordyke voted aye; Councilor Matthews was absent.
Councilors and the candidate discussed timing and readiness. Councilor Nishioka said the budget committee…
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