The Pasco City Council on the evening of its special meeting appointed Abel Campos to the at‑large City Council seat after interviewing six finalists and holding an executive session.

Council members conducted structured interviews of candidates on topics including equity and representation, budget priorities, public safety and mental‑health partnerships. After deliberations in executive session the council reconvened and voted to appoint Abel Campos. A roll call recorded the votes; the motion passed 4‑2. "I move to appoint Abel Campos for the at large position for the City of Pasco," a council member said during the motion to appoint; the council then completed a formal roll call and the oath of office was administered.

The interviews had highlighted shared priorities among candidates: fiscal discipline, stronger partnerships with community organizations on public safety and mental health, and attention to infrastructure demands associated with rapid population growth. Candidates also emphasized community engagement strategies for an at‑large representative, including district outreach and citywide office hours.

Council members described the executive‑session deliberations as "lively" and framed the appointment as a council decision made after careful review of qualifications. The newly appointed member took the oath of office before the council and municipal judge and immediately assumed the responsibilities of the at‑large position.

The council's appointment completes the current selection process for the vacancy and the appointee will serve until the next certified election in 2027, according to the procedure discussed on the record.