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Lincoln Heights council approves multiple emergency measures, accepts resignation and opens seat
Summary
On Jan. 12, 2026, Lincoln Heights council accepted the resignation of Ruby Kinsey Mumphrey and voted to vacate the seat, approved several ordinances and resolutions (including a cash-handling policy, removal of a part-time code enforcer, and renewal of PowerNet firewall support), and moved a proposed land-use plan to a second reading for further review.
The Village of Lincoln Heights council met Monday evening and approved a string of measures designed to speed administrative changes and update village policy.
Council voted unanimously to accept the resignation of Ruby Kinsey Mumphrey and to vacate that council seat, opening it to qualified residents through the village’s application process. "We have 6 aye votes. That motion does pass," Clerk Randolph called after the roll call. Mayor Tanya Key said the seat will be filled through application rules of council.
The council also approved Ordinance 2026-O-01, which removes the part-time code…
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