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Stanton commission accepts DDA resignation, nominates Eric Rich to fill vacancy; members observe moment of silence for late Commissioner Chuck Miel

Stanton City Commission · April 14, 2026
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Summary

On April 14 the Stanton City Commission accepted Kathy Bupp’s resignation from the DDA, moved to fill a commission vacancy with Mayor nomination Eric Rich, and observed a moment of silence for the late Commissioner Chuck Miel; all motions carried by voice vote.

The Stanton City Commission on April 14 accepted a resignation from the Downtown Development Authority and moved to fill a vacancy on the commission with a mayoral nominee, and members observed a moment of silence for the late Commissioner Chuck Miel.

Commissioner Ray Holloway moved to accept Kathy Bupp’s resignation from the Downtown Development Authority (DDA); Commissioner Jacky McGill seconded and the motion carried by voice vote. The minutes do not include reasons for the resignation or any vacancy on the DDA roster beyond the recorded motion.

Separately, the commission moved to fill a vacancy on the City Commission with the mayor’s nomination of Eric Rich. Commissioner Ray Holloway made the motion; Commissioner Lewis Corwin seconded and the motion carried by voice vote. The minutes record the nomination and the carried motion but do not indicate whether a formal appointment, oath of office, or effective start date followed.

The meeting opened with a moment of silence in honor of Commissioner Chuck Miel. Clerk Sarah Johnson read staff remarks noting that city staff are saddened by Mr. Miel’s passing and that "his kindness will be missed." Mayor Bill Ferguson expressed gratitude for Mr. Miel during commission comments.