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Hooper council removes two planning commissioners after heated public comments
Summary
After public commenters accused the mayor of retaliation, the Hooper City Council voted to remove planning commissioners Amanda Prince and Sheldon Greener on Jan. 27, 2026; the measure passed after a tie was broken by the mayor's tiebreaking vote.
The Hooper City Council voted Jan. 27 to remove planning commission members Amanda Prince and Sheldon Greener following a contested public-comment period and council debate.
Supporters of the commissioners told the council the removals appeared retaliatory. Amber Kelso, a Hooper resident, said Prince ‘‘has shown an unparalleled level of dedication’’ and called the decision ‘‘sad’’ and possibly directed by the mayor. Brent Odenwalder told…
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