If there is no agreement among the council members, then the existing structure remains until one can be elected. In this case, Dingo would continue to act as president. Koski produced a document he printed off the internet, which called for the council person having served on the council the longest to become president. He indicated it had been adopted by the state this year (2014). Councilman Dennis Bitterman said, I move Fuzz Koski take over. They did not vote on Bittermans motion. Koski said to the council, The six of us have to make a decision. You agree with me, right? Dingo responded, We have to come to an agreement. Koski said, The longest serving person on the council. We have to table, Dingo said, reasoning that they cant go against the village attorneys recommendation. It is legal right now, she said. Village Clerk Cheryl Bolf contacted Hamilton by cell phone during the meeting.
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