Summary
A live disagreement surfaced over who should be Mayor Pro Tem: the mayor first backed Donnie Johnson, but Kelley and Sabatini argued Laura Mikulski's communication and collaboration skills made her the better bridge for a divided council. Mikulski won unanimously, with the mayor joining to show unity.
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Last discussed Jan 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents get a presiding officer when the mayor is absent and, supporters hope, a more unified council.
Councilmember Johnson was passed over despite the mayor's nomination under the rotation tradition.
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