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Davie council accepts resignation of Councilmember Carol Hatton; clerk opens process to fill District 2 seat

Town of Davie Town Council · February 5, 2026

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Summary

Councilmember Carol Hatton resigned effective Feb. 1, 2026. Town Clerk Evelyn Oregon outlined the charter process: council may appoint a qualified successor by majority within three meetings; if not, a special election aligned with the Nov. 3, 2026 municipal ballot will fill the seat. Qualifying opens Feb. 4 and runs through Feb. 11 (submissions accepted through 5:30 p.m.).

Mayor read Councilmember Carol Hatton’s resignation letter at the Feb. 4 meeting; the resignation was effective Feb. 1, 2026. Councilmembers paid tribute to Hatton’s more than 15 years of service to the town.

Town Clerk Evelyn Oregon explained the statutory and charter procedures for filling the vacancy. Under Section 7 of the…

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