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Souderton council accepts resignation of Ward 1 Councilor Richard Walzak
Summary
Council acknowledged Richard Walzak’s service and accepted his resignation effective Oct. 7, 2024. Council described Walzak as a diligent, questioning member who served on finance and public-safety committees and discussed the process to fill the Ward 1 vacancy.
Souderton Borough Council accepted the resignation of Ward 1 Councilor Richard Walzak at its Oct. 7 meeting.
Council President summarized Walzak’s service and noted family health matters that contributed to his decision to step down. "He served us really well," the president said, recounting Walzak’s participation on the finance and public-safety committees and praising his habit of thorough questioning that pushed the council to examine options before deciding.
A motion to accept the resignation was made and approved by voice vote; council recorded the vacancy and described the appointment process earlier in the meeting (letters of interest due Oct. 16, interviews Oct. 21 and possible appointment at the November meeting). Council indicated Ward 1 applicants must reside in Ward 1 and that the vacancy will be filled through the advertised process.
No formal roll-call vote or tally was recorded in the transcript; the motion passed by voice vote on Oct. 7.
