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Carbondale trustees approve minutes and swear in new mayor, two trustees

Town of Carbondale Board of Trustees · April 22, 2026
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The Town of Carbondale unanimously approved its consent agenda and held a ceremonial swearing-in, welcoming Erica Sparhawk as mayor and trustees Christopher Hassig and Colin Laird. The meeting featured public tributes to outgoing Mayor Ben and brief remarks from staff and trustees.

The Town of Carbondale Board of Trustees unanimously approved the consent agenda, which consisted of the minutes from the board's April 14 meeting, and then held a ceremonial swearing-in of newly elected officials, including Erica Sparhawk as mayor and trustees Christopher Hassig and Colin Laird.

Public comment and trustee remarks opened the evening, with Hollis Sutherland thanking outgoing Mayor Ben for “thoughtfulness and patience” in leading the town, and Maura Masters, development director at Mountain Valley Developmental Services, thanking the…

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