Fire board opts to appoint replacement for Division 2, posts application window and sets October interview dates
After discussing a costly special election and timing constraints, the board chose to appoint a replacement for the Division 2 vacancy, posting a 15‑day application window beginning Aug. 21 and scheduling interviews Oct. 8, 14 and 27 with 20‑minute slots and a 400‑word candidate statement requirement.
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District counsel outlined options under the Government Code after Director John Jekes submitted a resignation effective Aug. 30: the board could call a special election or appoint a replacement within 60 days. Counsel warned a stand‑alone special election could cost $10–$13 per voter (roughly $75,000) and that the next practical consolidated election would be March 2027.
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