City of Mexico Beach Special Meeting Minutes FRIDAY MAY 2, 2025 - 9:00 AM The City of Mexico Beach City Council met in a scheduled special meeting on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 9:00 am at the Public Works Building in Mexico Beach. Mayor Wolff and the following Councilmembers were present: Linda Hamilton, Jason Adams and Erik Fosshage. Also present: City Clerk, Tammy Brunson, Interim City Administrator Mell Smigielski, and City Attorney, Tim Sloan. I. Call to order: Mayor Wolff called the meeting to order at 9:00 am. II. Vacancy of Council Seat Group 5: Mayor Wolff asked Ms. Brunson to read Section 2.06 Vacancies; Forfeiture of Office from the City Charter, detailing the process for filling a vacancy. Mayor Wolff opened for public comments. Dana Kerigan introduced herself, expressing her interest in the open council seat. Ms. Kerigan highlighted her background, listed her credentials, emphasized her commitment and expressed her support for the council and her willingness to serve. Melane Hardwick, Mexico Beach stated her support for a council member with strong character and leadership qualities. Cindy Jolley, MB - expressed listening to the voice of the citizens in the replacement process and supported Gary Cox emphasizing his experience and dedication. Carol Bonano-MB, stated that the majority of the votes did not vote for Gary Cox at the last election. Alex Hogan-MB strongly endorsed Gary Cox. Lorene Lindsay- MB, supports Gary Cox and his commitment to the City. Public Comments closed at 9:14 a.m. Mayor Wolff acknowledged the five candidates interested in the council seat: Steve Cox, Rock Kries, Dana Kerigan, Lisa Logan and Gary Cox. Ms. Hamilton expressed that both Steve Cox and Rock Kries were great candidates. She was concerned with Dana Kerigan's husband being the chairman of the P&Z Board. She stated Lisa Logan was a great historian and that Gary Cox won 40% of the votes of the last election and he could bring a lot of talents to the table. Mayor Wolff asked Mr. Sloan if there would be a conflict of interest between Dana Kerigan and her husband being chair of the P&Z and he said at this point there should not be. They would have to agree not to discuss certain issues. Mr. Fosshage stated that the candidates listed were very strong candidates. Mr. Adams agreed and that he would be honored to serve with any of the five that have shown interest. Mayor Wollf asked if there was a motion at the table. Ms. Hamilton motioned to select Gary Cox to replace Councilman Tim Linderman. Motion failed with no second. Jason Adams made a motion to appoint Steve Cox to fill the open seat. Motion failed with no second. Mr. Fosshage motioned to appoint Dana Kerigan to fill the open seat. Motion failed with no second. Ms. Hamilton motioned to appoint Rock Kries for the open seat. Motion failed with no second. Ms. Hamilton motioned to appoint Lisa Logan to fill the open seat. Motion failed with no second. Mayor Wolff suggested more discussion needed at the table. Ms. Hamilton motioned to appoint Gary Cox to fill the open seat of the council. Motion failed with no second. Mr. Fosshage motioned to appoint Dana Kerigan to fill the open seat. Motion failed with no second. Mayor Wolff passed the gavel to Mayor Pro Tem, Councilwoman Linda Hamilton at 9:28 a.m and he motioned to appoint Steve Cox to fill the open seat oft the council group 5. Mr. Adams seconded the motion. Motioned passed unanimously with 4 -0 vote. Ms. Hamilton passed the gavel back to Mayor Wolff at 9:30 a.m. Mr. Sloan confirmed that there was no certification needed and that the vote was validation for new appointee and once he has taken his oath of office he will be official. City of Mexico Beach Special Meeting Minutes FRIDAY MAY 2, 2025 = 9:00 AM III. Adjournment: Mr. Fosshage motioned to adjourn at 9:31 a.m. Attest: clamma Bwoot Mayor, Richard Wolff City Clerk, Tammy Brunson