San Jose City Council will interview five candidates to temporarily fill vacant District 3 seat
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San Jose city officials have selected five candidates to be interviewed for the temporary filling of the vacant District 3 City Council seat. The selected candidates include Bob Staedler, Carl Salas, Baltazar Lopez, Danielle Christian, and Jahmal Williams. These interviews are set for January 28, with an interim appointment potentially taking place by February 2. The need for representation arose following the resignation of former councilmember Omar Torres. A special election on April 8 will feature seven candidates, ensuring district representation during the transition period leading up to a more permanent solution.
San Jose city officials have narrowed the applicant field to five candidates for the vacant District 3 City Council seat, addressing immediate representation needs.
The City Council opted for an interim appointment and special election to fill the District 3 seat left vacant after Omar Torres' resignation.
Candidate Bob Staedler emphasized the importance of collaboration with the eventual elected successor to ensure continuity in serving the district's needs.
The special election for the District 3 seat is scheduled for April 8, with a runoff for the top two candidates if no majority is achieved.
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