San Jose mayor-elect calls for special election to fill vacant council seats, despite big cost
San Jose Mayor-Elect Matt Mahan is calling for a special election to fill two city council seats that will be vacated after this November election, arguing that residents in District 8 and 10 should have a say in who represents them.
The future of the two seats up for grabs will be decided in December when council members and Mayor Sam Liccardo come together for a vote. Liccardo has come out in support of Mahan’s position. Despite the big bucks, supporters of the special election say its worth it. They have also crafted a petition that has garnered about 1,000 signatures, according to Mahan.
Similar to a special election, an appointed councilmember would serve out a term of two years remaining on the seats. The council can also appoint someone in the interim to fill the seat until the special elections take place.
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