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Aurora council reappoints two and appoints one to Civil Service Commission after brief debate over objectivity
Summary
The council reappointed Desmond McNeil and Barbara Cleland and appointed Judy Lutkin to the Civil Service Commission on Feb. 24; Lutkin’s appointment drew questions about her prior role with the Aurora Police Association but passed 8–2.
The Aurora City Council on Feb. 24 took three personnel actions regarding the Civil Service Commission: it reappointed Desmond McNeil and Barbara Cleland and appointed Judy Lutkin to the commission.
Councilwoman Coombs moved to reappoint Desmond McNeil; the motion was seconded and passed. During discussion Councilmember Jurinski and others praised McNeil’s service and leadership. The transcript records Mayor Kaufman voting yes when…
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