City Councilor - Ward 4

City Councilor Vacancy Announcement - Ward 4

The Seaside City Council is accepting applications to fill a forthcoming council vacancy in Ward 4 created by the resignation of Councilor David Posalski, effective December 20, who is relocating outside the city limits and will no longer meet residency requirements.

The Council intends to appoint a qualified applicant in January 2026 to serve through the end of the 2026 calendar year. The remaining two years of the four-year term will be filled in the November 2026 general election. If the appointed councilor wishes to continue serving beyond 2026, they must file for candidacy before the 2026 filing deadline, typically in August of the year preceding the election. Interested residents are encouraged to apply and help support the council's efforts during this interim year.

To be considered for this vacancy, applicants must meet the following requirements :

Eligibility Requirements :

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following qualifications :

• Have been a full-time resident of Seaside for a minimum of the previous 12 months,
• Be a current resident of Ward 4 (see boundary guidelines map for complete details),
• Be a registered voter,
• Obtain 20 signatures from registered voters in Ward 4 (see boundary guidelines map for complete details) using the included "Candidates Signature Sheet" document,
• Complete the online application by 3 p.m. on December 31, 2025. If you are unable to complete the application online and require assistance, please contact Seaside City Hall at (503) 738-5511.
• Attend a January 7 public forum and a January 12 interview with the City Council. Applicants who cannot attend both evening dates may be disqualified from consideration.

If you are committed to thoughtful public service and ready to contribute to Seaside's long-term success, we encourage you to apply.

For more information, please contact Seaside City Hall, or click the "description" link below. This link includes the description stated above, the Ward 4 boundary map, and the required signature pages you'll need to apply. To apply, begin filling out the form on this page. Thank you!