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Council interviews two planning commission applicants; consensus favors Walter Depew, Wendy Werner recommended for CDAC

Springfield City Council · December 9, 2025
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Summary

Council interviewed two applicants for planning commission seats. Walter Depew was the council's preferred pick for the planning commission and many councilors recommended Wendy Werner for the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC); staff asked for guidance on assigning a 3-year versus 4-year term.

The Springfield City Council interviewed two applicants Tuesday for two open planning commission seats and signaled consensus support for appointing Walter Depew to the planning commission and recommending Wendy Werner to the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC).

Sandy Belson, comprehensive planning manager, said there are two open positions—one to fill Councilor Buck's three-year seat and another…

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