OGDENSBURG â A heated debate ensued at Monday nightâs City Council meeting over the appointment of a new member to the cityâs vacancy committee â an appointment that ultimately prevailed.
Mark Knowlton, a city resident who does business with one councilor, was appointed by a 4-3 vote to the spot left vacant by former committee chairman Michael Frary.
Mr. Frary was first appointed to the seat in November 2011, but his term expired Dec. 31, 2020.
Mr. Knowltonâs term began immediately following his appointment Monday and will run through Dec. 31, 2025.
Councilors John A. Rishe, William B. Dillabough and Steven M. Fisher and Mayor Jeffrey M. Skelly voted in favor of Mr. Knowltonâs appointment. Councilors Nichole L. Kennedy, Michael B. Powers and Daniel E. Skamperle voted against the appointment.