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Filling elected department head vacancies
Summary
A second November ballot measure would change how the county fills unexpected mid-term vacancies in elected department head positions, including requiring a 4/5 board vote for appointments.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Supervisors discussed the cost of special elections versus appointments, though no specific figure was stated.
✅Who benefits
Voters get clearer rules on who takes over when an elected department head leaves mid-term.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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