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Progreso city council sets special election following mayor’s resignation

Progreso city council sets special election following mayor’s resignation
6 months 1 week 20 hours ago Tuesday, April 30 2024 Apr 30, 2024 April 30, 2024 10:33 PM April 30, 2024 in News - Local

The city of Progreso will hold a special election to fill in two vacancies on the city council, including that of their former mayor.

Commissioners seek to replace former Progreso Mayor Gerardo Alanis — who resigned after being indicted on drug trafficking charges — in an election set for Saturday, June 15.

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Progreso commissioners on Tuesday voted to call the election during a special meeting. Voters will also pick a new city alderman.

Alanis stepped down from as city mayor on April 4 after being indicted on federal drug trafficking charges. His resignation was a condition of his bond. 

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