Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Oregon: John Day Mayor ousted in recall

John Day Mayor Heather Rookstool has lost the recall election, 252-224. Rookstool faced the recall over claims that she falsified documents, violated public meeting laws and interfered with public records requests as part of an attempt to take over city manager duties. Petitioners have also filed a criminal complaint. City employees seemed to be the ones who lead the recall effort.

139 Signatures were handed in, which is "nearly 50" more than needed (not sure how many exactly are needed.

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