…but don’t want the hassle of a public election? Here’s your shot (that is, assuming you live in the Fourth Ward). The City of Eureka is now accepting applications to fill Frank Jager’s Fourth Ward seat, which he’s leaving to become mayor. Through the city’s rather unorthodox electoral process, that means Jager gets to name his replacement — subject to council approval.
Many criticize our public officials; few have the moxie it takes to become one. Now’s a good time to throw your hat in the ring, Fourth Warders.
The notice:
Applications are being accepted by the Eureka Mayor’s office for appointment to fill a vacancy on the Eureka City Council, in the Fourth Ward, for a term ending November 6, 2012.
All applicants must be residents and registered voters within the Fourth Ward of the City of Eureka. Applications are available at the City Clerk’s office, 531 “K” Street, Room 208, Eureka.
Completed applications must be returned to the City Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. Monday, December 13, 2010.
For more information, please call 441-4175.
Pamela J. Powell
City Clerk, City of EurekaFor Mayor Elect Frank Jager, Contact: 441-4167
This article appears in Dead at 45.
In our current system it is not worth my time to enter into city government. More can be done at a grassroots level for those who really need representation than with city personnel that are unable to make the changes that are necessary for the poor to have better lives. Mean spirited people with arrogant and small minded ideas are too entrenched in this area to make any REAL changes effective. It’s not moxy that is needed, it’s justice.
I agree with Kathy! Cliched statements like hers are much more effective than engaging in participatory democracy.
Why bother? They will give it to Rex Bohn, or someone else from the same click.
Sam, your right, they will give it to Bohn…..If he’s the only one to submit an application. Don’t be an idiot, get your paperwork in or you have no right to bitch.