Nebraska: Omaha City Councilmember recall fails

The recall effort against City Council member Vinny Palermo has failed, as petitioners did not turn in any signatures. Palermo was over an arrest on felony fraud charges and allegations of steering contracts for bribes. 

The petition includes a kitchen sink of other complaints in it, but this seems to be the focus. Petitioners needed 2462 signatures for the Palmero recall. Not sure about the other two.

Petitions have been taken out against Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert and Councilmember Danny Begley. Begley is accused of blocking an opportunity to have voters choosing Palermo replacement if he is removed.

The council president has noted that the council is required to select the replacement, which has led to discontent.