City Council Vacancy and Appointment Process
City Council Vacancy and Appointment Process
On Friday, January 3, 2025, Yvette Brooks announced her resignation from the Capitola City Council.
On January 9, the City Council voted unanimously to fill the vacancy (in accordance with Government Code 36512) by appointment rather than a special election, avoiding an estimated cost of approximately $50,000 to Capitola taxpayers.
On January 16th, the City Council held a special meeting to receive a status update on the appointment process. Following public feedback, the Council decided to open an application period for one week. Applications will be reviewed at the regular City Council meeting on January 30th at 6:00 PM. The meeting will be televised through Community Television and available on Youtube. More information about how members of the public may participate in this meeting can be found in the meeting agenda, which will be published at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
Application Period
Capitola residents were invited to apply to serve on the City Council until December 2026. Applications were accepted from January 17th through January 23rd, 2025. The City Clerk's office received ten applications from qualified residents, though two were withdrawn prior to the City Council's decision.
Appointment Process
The City Council reviewed applications, deliberated, and made a decision during the regular meeting on January 30th. The City Council voted to appoint Margaux Morgan to a term ending December 2026. Council Member Morgan was sworn into office following the decision and began serving as a City Council Member for the remainder of the January 30th meeting.
Responsibilities and Compensation of Council Members
Capitola City Council Members attend two regular Council meetings per month, typically on the second and fourth Thursdays at 6:00 PM. They are also appointed to serve on regional boards, commissions, and subcommittees that typically meet once a month. Council Members receive a monthly stipend of $660 for their service.
Questions?
Anyone with questions can contact City Manager Jamie Goldstein or City Clerk Julia Gautho at (831) 475-7300 or by writing cityclerk@ci.capitola.ca.us.
