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Astoria council opts to fill Ward 4 vacancy by appointment, schedules special meeting Oct. 22
Summary
Facing an upcoming Ward 4 vacancy effective Nov. 1, the Astoria City Council voted to fill the seat by appointment within the charter's 60-day window and scheduled a special meeting for Oct. 22 to set application and selection procedures; residents urged a special election during public comment.
The Astoria City Council voted on Oct. 20 to fill the Ward 4 council vacancy by appointment and to hold a special meeting to establish a transparent timeline and application process.
City Manager Spence explained two options under the city charter’s vacancy provisions: (1) appointment by a majority of council within 60 days of the vacancy, or (2) declaration by council that the vacancy will be filled at the next available regular or special election per Clatsop County’s calendar.…
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