Council appoints former councilmember Carl D. Young to fill Ward 6 vacancy

Following interviews with three applicants for the Ward 6 vacancy — Carl D. Young (former councilmember), Ann (Elizabeth) Love (longtime teacher and volunteer), and Alysia (Ellie) Stout (M.P.A., HR background) — the council conducted nominations and voted to appoint Carl D. Young. The mayor administered the oath of office and Young took his seat.

Candidates outlined priorities including core services, infrastructure stewardship, youth programming, and improved council-to-public communication. Council discussion before the vote cited the need for members who can step in quickly to work on near-term priorities (comprehensive plan, senior services, parks projects) and debated whether appointment should favor prior council experience, demonstrated community ties, or fresh perspectives. The council selected Young by voice vote and completed the formal oath.