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Filling elected department head vacancies

Shasta County

Summary

A second November ballot measure would change how the county fills unexpected mid-term vacancies in elected department head positions, including requiring a 4/5 board vote for appointments.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Supervisors discussed the cost of special elections versus appointments, though no specific figure was stated.

✅Who benefits

Voters get clearer rules on who takes over when an elected department head leaves mid-term.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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