In Lawton, Oklahoma, the hunt for a new Ward 2 Council member has begun following the resignation of R.L. Smith on July 17, as reported recently. The City Council convened this past Tuesday to discuss the procedure for filling the now-vacant seat. For those looking to apply, the City of Lawton's website is where the application can be found.
Prospective candidates are asked to deliver their completed application forms in person, coupled with a brief résumé, to the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, located at 212 SW 9th Street. There's a ticking clock on this opportunity; the deadline is sharp on August 25. Applicants must have had their names down in the Ward 2 electoral rolls for at least a half-year before they submit their application.
After the August 26 meeting, wherein the Council will go over all applications in executive session, a special meeting will be set up for applicant interviews. The goal is to decide on the new Council member by September—a swift yet thorough process, ensuring that Ward 2 won't be without representation for long. The successor, once chosen, will remain in office until the position is contested during the next municipal election rounds.
