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Evanston City Council selects Jonathan Nieuwsma as acting mayor
Ald. Jonathan Nieuwsma, who represents Evanston’s 4th Ward, was chosen Monday night to serve as acting mayor, succeeding Daniel Biss. Nieuwsma was sworn in, according to a video posted Tuesday.
Evanston City Council members selected 4th Ward Ald. Jonathan Nieuwsma as the city’s acting mayor Monday night, making him the successor to Mayor Daniel Biss. Nieuwsma was sworn in, according to a video posted Tuesday morning.
The available information did not specify why Biss is leaving the mayor’s office or how long Nieuwsma is expected to serve. Those details will shape what residents can expect during the transition and when the city will next choose a mayor.