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Charly Ruemke sworn in as councilmember; Jeff Eckhardt declines to take seat

Burton City Council · May 13, 2026
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Summary

Charly Ruemke received a certificate of election and was administered the oath of office. Councilmember Jeff Eckhardt declined to take his seat at the start of the meeting; the council thanked him for his service.

Charly Ruemke was presented a certificate of election and took the oath of office administered by City Secretary Amanda Klehm during the May 13 meeting. Mayor Karen Buck thanked outgoing councilmember Jeff Eckhardt for his service.

The minutes note that Councilmember Jeff Eckhardt declined to take his seat at the beginning of the meeting prior to Ruemke's swearing-in; the council proceeded to administer the oath and continue council business.