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Oshkosh council begins review of proposed changes to vacancy appointment process and mayoral succession
Summary
Council reviewed a redline proposal to shorten application windows for council vacancies, clarify deputy-mayor temporary authorities and add guidance on mayoral vacancies; members broadly supported clarifying the code but asked staff for more specific language and options for closed or paper ballots in appointments.
On Jan. 27, 2026, the Oshkosh Common Council opened a discussion on proposed updates to section 2-5 of the municipal code governing how the council fills vacancies. The mayor (presiding) presented a redline version of the existing policy and suggested shortening the application period (from 30 days to 14 days),…
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