Holt replaces Mealy on Jefferson City Council

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

Cody Holt was approved by the Jefferson City Council and sworn in as the new Ward 2 member during a Monday work session.

Holt was one of three people who expressed interest in the job after Aaron Mealy announced his resignation in March. The council approved Holts with an 8-1 vote, with Ward 3 Councilman Derek Thomas being the sole “no” vote.

During a brief presentation to council members, Holt talked his service on the city's homelessness task force and how that showed him the benefits of coordinating services amid multiple organizations. He also said he thinks that when it comes to growth and development in the city, it's important to slow down when necessary and ask tough questions to make sure it happens in the best way for the community and its citizens.

Alicia Edwards and Edith Vogel were the other people who expressed interest, but Holt was the candidate nominated last week.

ABC 17 News obtained copies of the letters of interest, and Holt’s submission was the most detailed, spanning two pages, previous reporting shows. In his letter, he outlined several priorities, including addressing homelessness, promoting responsible economic development, and improving the city’s core infrastructure.

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