Council accepts resignation of Councilmember Paul Wimmer; members praise his service

Councilmember Paul Wimmer told the Andover City Council that he is resigning his elected seat to focus on family obligations. In a personal statement to the council, Wimmer said stepping down was a difficult but necessary decision to make his children a priority.

"It's the right thing to do to, make my children my priority," Wimmer said, describing his decision as emotionally difficult and expressing appreciation for his colleagues and city staff. He said he intends to remain a resident of Andover and may re-enter public service in the future when circumstances allow.

Council members thanked Wimmer for his service and expressed personal appreciation. A council member moved to accept Wimmer’s resignation; the motion was seconded and accepted by the council (recorded as carried 5-0). No replacement was named at the meeting; council and staff discussed procedural next steps and said they would follow the applicable vacancy process.

The council concluded its remaining agenda and adjourned later in the meeting.