(KNZA)--A vacancy has been filled on the Horton City Commission.
The Commission voted 3-1 Monday evening to appoint Mike Pierce as interim Finance Commissioner to fill the unexpired term of Tina Nigh. Mayor Bryan Stirton casting the lone dissenting vote.
Following his appointment, Pierce took his seat on the Commission after being sworn in by City Clerk Brianna Monson.
Pierce was among three candidates to express an interest in filling the position. The other two candidates were Bobby Bacon and Joey Montes. Each briefly introduced themselves prior to the vote.
Nigh resigned ,effective June 27, because she is moving outside the city limits.
Pierce will fill a term expiring in January 2026.
The position will be up for election during the November general election, with Bacon the lone candidate.
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