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Council names deputy mayor and approves outside‑agency appointments for 2026
Vista City Council · December 10, 2025
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Summary
The council approved the mayor’s recommended slate of outside agency appointments, confirmed a separate SANDAG appointment after discussion, and appointed Councilmember Dan O’Donnell as deputy mayor for a one‑year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026 (vote 4–1).
Deputy Mayor Melendez moved to appoint Councilmember Dan O’Donnell as deputy mayor for a one‑year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026; O’Donnell accepted the nomination and the council approved the appointment with four votes in favor and one…
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