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Alderman Melissa Johnson announces resignation for health reasons; effective Jan. 21
Summary
Alderman Melissa Johnson told the board she will resign her Ward 3 seat effective Jan. 21 and will not run for reelection because of illness; she said she is moving out of the ward and thanked colleagues for their support.
At the Jan. 20 meeting Alderman Melissa Johnson announced she will resign her Ward 3 seat effective Jan. 21 and is withdrawing from reelection due to illness.
"I decided not to run again for reelection because of my illness," Johnson said, explaining she will move from her Harding Street home and focus on family and health. She thanked fellow aldermen and staff for support and asked for prayers.
Mayor Dana Webb and other members thanked Johnson for her service. The meeting transcript does not record any immediate action to fill the vacancy or a timeline for a replacement.
