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Angelica Manjiri appointed to Galesburg City Council Ward 1 seat
Summary
Mayor recommended and council appointed Angelica Manjiri to complete the unexpired term for Ward 1; Manjiri, a Galesburg native who founded Community Grow in 2020, will bring experience in food access and downtown events, councilors said.
The mayor recommended appointing Angelica Manjiri to fill the unexpired term of Ward 1 council member Bradley Hicks. City Manager Hansen summarized Manjiri's background: a Galesburg native and business owner who founded Community Grow in 2020 to address food access and sustainability, served as vice president of the Downtown Community Partnership, and helped lead local events such as Café in the Park and the Holidays Parade.
Council members expressed support after interviewing finalists; several councilors said they had met with Manjiri and found her collaborative approach and community ties compelling. The council voted to appoint Manjiri to the Ward 1 seat; she did not take her seat that evening.
