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11/19/99 FRI 14:52 FAX 812 340 7800 DORSEY & WHITNEY [a 003 <br /> DORSEY & WHITNEY LLP <br /> specify by ordinance under what circumstances it will hold a special election to fill a <br /> vacancy other than a special election held at the same time as the regular city election. <br /> As I understand it,the new mayor and councilmembers would be sworn in at a meeting <br /> on January 4. Immediately prior to being sworn in at that meeting, Mr. Cavanaugh should <br /> submit his resignation as a councilmember. If that occurs on January 4,then less than two years <br /> would remain, no special election is required,the appointment can be made as provided in the <br /> statute, and the appointed person serves until the qualification of a successor. <br /> Mike Morrison would like to begin the process of collecting information regarding <br /> potential applicants to fill the council vacancy when it occurs. I have concluded that there is <br /> nothing wrong with collecting information on potential candidates for appointment just so long <br /> as no action is taken prior to the vacancy actually occurring. I understand that you would like to <br /> advertise for applicants and then discuss them at your January 4 work session. I see nothing <br /> wrong with doing that. I understand the plan would then be to conduct interviews later in <br /> January for purposes of considering the appointment. <br /> I hope this answers any questions you had, but if you have any further questions, please <br /> let me know. <br /> Very truly yaurs <br /> s <br /> William R. Soth <br /> WRS/ms <br /> cc: Mr. Michael Momson <br />