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Mayor reads city attorney resignation; state’s attorney to assume role Sept. 1

City of Bottineau City Council · August 3, 2026
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Summary

Mayor Matt Seykora read a resignation letter from City Attorney Swain Benson effective Aug. 31, 2026; Council Member Mehlhoff contacted State's Attorney Seymour Jordan, who agreed to step into the role beginning Sept. 1, 2026.

Mayor Matt Seykora read a formal resignation letter from City Attorney Swain Benson, effective Aug. 31, 2026. Council Member Mehlhoff reported he had contacted State's Attorney Seymour Jordan, who agreed to step into the role and will start on Sept. 1, 2026.

The council did not vote on contract terms or compensation at the meeting; the announcement only set a date for the incoming attorney to assume responsibilities. The council will carry out any required personnel paperwork and notifications before the effective date.

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