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Urbana council appoints Verdell Jones III as Ward 4 alderperson

Urbana City Council and Cunningham Township Board · March 10, 2026
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Summary

The council appointed Verdell Jones III to fill the Ward 4 vacancy through the next consolidated election (04/06/2027). The motion passed by roll-call vote and Jones took the oath of office.

The Urbana City Council approved Mayor Williams’ appointment of Verdell Jones III to fill the Ward 4 alderperson vacancy through the next consolidated election on April 6, 2027. The appointment was moved and seconded, approved by roll-call vote and Jones was sworn in at the meeting.

The mayor introduced Jones and summarized his background in regional fire service and youth nonprofit work. The official roll call recorded unanimous approval. Jones took the oath of office at the dais and will serve until the certification of the next consolidated election or until that seat is filled by voters.