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Ithaca Common Council hopefuls to participate in candidate forum

Ithaca Common Council hopefuls to participate in candidate forum

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – You can learn more about higher office hopefuls in Ithaca.

On September 3, the Tompkins Chamber is hosting a Candidate Forum for potential Common Council members in Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.

Free and open to the public, the event runs from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. in the BorgWarner Room at the Tompkins County Public Library.

Featured Common Council MembersĀ 

  • Ward 1 – Jorge DeFendini, Zachary Winn
  • Ward 2 – Joseph Kirby
  • Ward 3 – Pat Sewell
  • Ward 4 – Robin Trumble
  • Ward 5 – G.P. Zurenda, Hannah Shvets

Space is limited. Registration is recommended to reserve your spot.

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