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Aliso Viejo council opts to nominate a District 3 appointee at next meeting amid cost concerns
Summary
After the resignation of District 3 Councilmember Richard Hurt, the council discussed appointment versus special election options under the elections code and voted to proceed with nominations for an appointment at the next meeting, citing election costs of about $673,000–$688,000 as a key factor.
The Aliso Viejo City Council debated whether to appoint a temporary replacement or call a special election to fill the District 3 seat vacated when Richard Hurt resigned effective Sept. 19, 2025. After hearing a staff presentation on the two options under the elections code, the council voted to nominate an appointee at its next meeting rather than open an immediate public application period.
City Attorney (unnamed) told the council the elections code…
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