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Cotati council opts to fill vacant seat by appointment; sets application window and special meeting
Summary
Following Councilmember Kathleen Rivers’ resignation, the Cotati City Council decided to fill the vacancy by appointment and set an application period and special meeting for interviews and appointment instead of calling a special election.
After Councilmember Kathleen Rivers’ resignation created a vacancy, the Cotati City Council voted to fill the open seat by appointment, citing timing and cost considerations.
City Manager Damien (Obid) briefed the council on the legal options under California Government Code §36512(b): the council may either call a special election or appoint a replacement. He told the council the earliest feasible special-election date would be in late summer and that a…
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