Dodge City Commission member announces resignation

(DODGE CITY, Kan.) — A member of the Dodge City City Commission will resign starting in September.

Michael Weece is relocating to Topeka. Weece was first appointed to the commission in January 2011. He was then re-elected to a four-year term in April of 2012. His resignation is effective Sept. 4.

The City of Dodge City says the process to fill the vacancy will begin immediately. An appointment to fill the vacant seat will happen during the Sept. 4 meeting. Applicants must be a registered voter and Dodge City resident. Those interested should send a letter of interest to the city manager's office at PO Box 880, Dodge City, KS, 67801, by Tues., Aug. 14. For any questions, call Jane Longmeyer at (620)225-8100.