Black Diamond City Council approves resolution for change of government


July 20, 2012 · 10:10 AM

The Black Diamond City Council approved a resolution proposing a change in government from the current strong-mayor form to council-manager.

By passing the resolution the measure will now go before the voters on the Nov. 6.

Voting for the resolution were council members Carol Benson, Tamie Deady, Ron Taylor, and Joe May.

Voting against the resolution was Councilman Craig Goodwin.

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