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Wayne County commissioners appoint Joseph DeMarco to at‑large seat after multi‑round ballot
Summary
After interviews and several ballot rounds, the Wayne County Board of Commissioners voted 4–2 on Jan. 6 to appoint Joseph DeMarco as the interim at‑large commissioner; the board recessed during a tie and reconvened to complete the final ballot.
The Wayne County Board of Commissioners selected Joseph DeMarco to fill the at‑large vacancy left by the late Commissioner Aycock after a multi‑round ballot on Jan. 6, 2026. The final vote was 4–2 in favor of DeMarco, who will serve until the newly elected official is sworn in on Dec. 7, 2026; the board offered the option of swearing him in at a special meeting on Jan. 13.
DeMarco, who told commissioners he would "fill his shoes and do a wonderful job," emphasized experience…
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