Following Ridgefield City Council member Jennifer Lindsay's resignation, which took effect Aug. 23, the city has begun its application process to fill her seat. The council is required to fill the vacant position within 90 days.
To be eligible for Ridgefield City Council, candidates must be a resident of the city for at least one year prior to applying. They must also be registered voters willing to serve until the 2025 election results are certified in December.
Locals have until 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11 to submit their applications. Prospective candidates can apply online at lf.ridgefieldwa.us/Forms/Council-Application. A questionnaire is included, and candidates must include a letter of interest and resume.
The city will hold a Town Hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 3 to introduce the candidate finalists. The council will review candidates and appoint a new member at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 10. Applicants must attend both town hall meetings if invited by the City Council to remain eligible.
Residents can submit questions for applicants online at RidgefieldRoundtable.org. Questions must be submitted before Sep. 30 to be read at the Oct. 3 Town Hall meeting. Locals may ask questions and submit public comments during the Oct. 3 and Oct. 10 meetings.
The term for the position will expire December 2025.
