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Neosho council appoints Brett Smith to at-large seat and administers oath
Summary
The Neosho City Council voted to appoint Brett Smith to an at-large council vacancy and swore him in; the appointment passed after discussion about abstention rules. City leaders welcomed Smith and thanked all applicants.
The Neosho City Council voted to appoint Brett Smith to fill the at‑large council vacancy and administered the oath of office.
Council members nominated and seconded Smith before taking a roll call vote on Resolution Bill 2026‑30. During the discussion legal counsel reminded the body that abstentions are permitted only for specified personal or pecuniary reasons; a council member attempted to abstain but was instructed that the proper record would be an affirmative or negative vote. The clerk recorded the resolution as passing 4 to 1. Brett Smith then stood and repeated the oath: “I, Brett Smith,” and was welcomed by the mayor. Mayor Wertman said, “Brett, welcome,” and the council thanked other applicants for applying.
The appointment is effective until the next city election on 04/06/2027 unless vacated earlier, as noted in the resolution referencing the City of Neosho charter and code. No additional conditions or amendments were recorded. Staff said they will update official records and seating accordingly.
