Goodhue County Board deadlocks on appointment
Goodhue County commissioners gathered for a special session on Monday, May 13, to appoint a representative for District 1. No one was appointed.
The seat became vacant when Ron Allen, who had served on the board for 14 years, died on April 19 from leukemia.
The earliest that an election can be held is Nov. 5, due to limits set by the Legislature. If more than two candidates file for the election — four sought the appointment — a primary will be held on Nov. 5 and the special election will occur on Feb. 11.
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