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Cody Johnson appointed to fill DeSoto Parish District 1C vacancy after tied first vote
Summary
After a tied first ballot for a District 1C vacancy, the jury conducted additional roll calls and appointed Cody Johnson by a 6–4 vote; jurors also authorized calling a special election to fill the unexpired term if needed under state law.
The DeSoto Parish Police Jury filled the District 1C vacancy created by the recent passing of the previous representative. Two applicants — Stacy Justin and Cody Johnson — addressed jurors. The first round of voting resulted in a tie; jurors then voted on the second candidate and Cody Johnson was approved by a recorded 6–4 vote.
Jurors noted the legal timetable for a gubernatorial appointment if the body leaves the seat vacant. After Johnson’s appointment, the jury authorized the president to sign a proclamation calling a special election to fill the unexpired term, consistent with state law if the jury does not fill the vacancy within the statutory period.
What jurors said: Members described both applicants as qualified. One juror urged that if the jury could not fill the vacancy, the governor would make an appointment after the statutory window passed.
Next steps: The appointee will be sworn in to attend the next regular meeting; the jury also approved action to set election dates if needed.
