Springfield council to interview six Ward 4 interim candidates, sets April 6 schedule

Mar 3, 2026

The council agreed to interview all six applicants for the Ward 4 interim vacancy, asked staff to publish clearer time‑commitment information, and set 15 minutes per candidate for April 6; the charter requires four votes to fill the vacancy and deliberation may follow at a later meeting if necessary.

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City Attorney Mary Bridget Smith told the council the city manager’s office had verified six applicants for the Ward 4 interim seat and scheduled interviews on April 6; she asked for direction on interview structure and voting procedures.

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