former Ward 3 Councilmember Karin Uhlich

 

Ward 3 Councilman Paul Durham (one term) resigned on Feb. 1, effective March 1, 2021.  Mayor Regina Romero and Councilman Durham have proposed that former Ward 3 Councilmember Karin Uhlich (3 terms) serve out the remainder of his term.  Ward 3 is scheduled to be up for election this year, on November 2, 2021. See press release below.  The selection by the Tucson City Council will take place at a special meeting on March 1.
Rumor has it that Democrat Juan Padres, who ran against District 3 Supervisor Sharon Bronson in the  August 2020 Dem primary is interested in running for this seat. Bronson won with 56.99%, while Padres got 43.01% of the vote. Also interested in this seat as well is environmentalist Kevin Dahl. Stay tuned for more candidates by April 5 deadline to submit nomination petitions. The candidates must live in Ward 3.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Contact: Nathaniel Sigal

(520) 444-3007

Nathaniel.Sigal@tucsonaz.gov

 Mayor Romero and Council Member Durham Statements on the Proposed Appointment of Former Council Member Karin Uhlich for the Ward 3 Council Seat 

“Mayor Regina Romero and Council Member Paul Durham released the following statements after Mayor Romero announced a Special Meeting of Mayor & Council on Monday,  March 1st at 5:30pm to fill the vacancy of Council Member Durham, whose resignation is effective at 5:00pm earlier that day.

“Karin has previously been elected by the residents of Ward 3, knows the neighborhoods, understands city government, and can step into the role without a learning curve, which is particularly valuable during these unprecedented times,” said Mayor Regina Romero. “Council Member Durham and I believe Karin is the best choice, and we wanted to propose this early ahead of the March 1st Special Meeting to help ensure a smooth transition and avoid uncertainty. I also believe that we should not appoint someone who is running for the Ward 3 seat to avoid the perception of tipping the scale for any one candidate.”

“I again want to thank Council Member Durham for his commendable service to the City of Tucson and tireless dedication to advocating on behalf of the residents of Ward 3.”

“I support the nomination of Karin Uhlich to serve the remainder of my term,” said Council Member Paul Durham. “Karin knows the issues facing Ward 3, and will be able to step in and work with my staff to ensure the continuity of services. It has been an honor to serve the residents of Ward 3, and I know they will be in good hands with Karin.”