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Avondale council appoints Councilmember Nielsen as vice mayor amid charter clarification

Avondale City Council · October 21, 2024
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Summary

The council unanimously appointed Councilmember Nielsen to fill the vice mayor vacancy; city counsel explained the charter directs selection in January for a two-year term but does not prescribe a selection method, leaving the council discretion for interim appointments.

Avondale's City Council unanimously appointed Councilmember Nielsen as vice mayor on Oct. 21 after the mayor nominated him and Councilmember Garcia seconded the nomination.

Mayor Pineda said he nominated Nielsen citing seniority, experience and community service; councilmembers who spoke in favor described…

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