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Seaside council deadlocks on Ward 4 appointment after social-media concerns and split votes
Summary
After interviews of two finalists for a one‑year Ward 4 seat, the council produced a tie in a roll-call vote. Several councilors cited community feedback and a constituent email alleging problematic social‑media postings; the council postponed the appointment for further review.
After hearing opening statements and responses from two finalists for a one‑year Ward 4 vacancy, Seaside councilors were split and the roll-call vote resulted in a tie on Jan. 12, leaving the appointment unresolved.
The candidates were Patrick Ansbro and Brandon Craft (recorded in the transcript also as "Brandon Kraft"). Ansbro emphasized housing affordability for local workers, emergency preparedness…
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