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With the resignation of Dick Staples as Bonners Ferry mayor, former board president Rick Alonzo was sworn in as mayor after being nominated by the city council on Tuesday Oct. 3 at the board’s regular meeting.
James “Dick” R. Staples resigned as Bonners Ferry mayor Friday, Sept. 22, due to the possibility a family member may receive a job at the city, creating a conflict of interest and violating Idaho nepotism law. However, Staples said he still plans to run for the position in the upcoming election, for which he is unopposed and will be sworn in as mayor in January 2024.
James “Dick” R. Staples resigned as Bonners Ferry mayor Friday, Sept. 22, due to the possibility a family member may receive a job at the city, creating a conflict of interest and violating Idaho nepotism law. However, Staples said he still plans to run for the position in the upcoming election, for which he is unopposed and will be sworn in as mayor in January 2024.
Mayor Steve Enconomu resigned on Tuesday, due to health issues, and city council president Geoff Hollenbeck was sworn in as mayor of Moyie Springs.
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