Clinton County Republican Chairman Jim Moyer says he has received word from the Clinton County Clerk that a vacancy exists in an elective office. Jacob Myers has resigned as County Councilman District 2 effective December 31.
A caucus will be held on Wednesday, December 28, at 4 p.m. to fill this vacancy. Only Republican precinct chairman in District 2 (this includes precincts 7 through 16) will vote.
A person wishing to be a candidate for this position must file a declaration of candidacy with the Republican Chairman before 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 24.
A declaration of candidacy (Form CEB-5 may be obtained from Republican headquarters or the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office in Old Stoney at 301 E. Clinton St., Frankfort.
Moyer said he received the letter of resignation on December 5. The notification of vacancy is mailed December 12, candidates file declaration by December 24 at 4 p.m. The caucus is held on December 28 at 4 p.m., the County Clerk is notified of selection on December 29 and the new councilman takes office on January 2.