With the recent passing of City Commissioner, Cody Gettler, Garnett Officials now have to go about the selection of a replacement to fulfill his term while they finalize the selection of a new City Manager after a weeks long hiring process. In filling past vacancies on the Commission, City Commissioners have typically set a deadline for application then scheduled interviews with the candidates to make a selection. In the last several appointments, far more city residents have sought appointments to fill vacancies than usually file for election to Commission seats when they come up for election each year.
Historically, most City Commission Elections against incumbents are uncontested. According to a post by the City of Garnett on Social Media, applications will be accepted through December 17th and are available online at “simplygarnett.com” under advisory boards or you can pick up a copy of the form at City Hall.
