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Resignation of Horton mayor accepted

By Greg Bebermeyer

02/22/2018

Tim Lentz

(KNZA)--The Horton City Commission during a special meeting Thursday evening accepted the resignation of longtime Mayor Tim Lentz.

Lentz submitted his letter of resignation Wednesday morning, citing personal reasons. The resignation was effective immediately.

Lentz had served as mayor for the past 11 years.

Commissioner Wade Edwards said he’s sadden by the resignation. Commissioner Jeremy Forkenbrock also said he thinks its a sad day and a big step backwards.

Commissioner Bryan Stirton said he appreciates all the time Lentz put in and Commissioner Ken Krug thanked him for his service.

Commissioners voted to solicit letters of intent from those interested in filling the position. They are to be submitted to the Horton City Hall no later than 5 p.m. March 1st.

The Commission will then hold a special meeting at 6:00 that evening to interview the applicants and appoint an interim mayor.

The person appointed would serve until the next city election in November 2019.

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