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City Council Welcomes New Faces, Four Take the Oath of Office

On Monday, January 3, four City Council members took the oath of office for the term commencing January 2022, through December 2025.

Ward 1 representative, Stephen Renner, was sworn in for the 4th time alongside his wife and two sons. Stephen has served a total of 10 years, beginning in 2012. He is currently employed as the Director of Franklin County Department of Sanitary Engineering. Stephen was voted Council President for 2022, a role he also filled in 2013 and 2016.

Ward 2 representative, Michael Schnetzer, took the oath of office for the 3rd time alongside his wife and two sons. He has served on City Council since January 2014. Michael currently works full time in the public finance industry. Michael was appointed Chair of the Finance Committee for 2022, a role he has served in for 8 of his 9 years on City Council.

Ward 3 representative, Kaylee Padova, took the oath of office for the first time last month with her husband and daughter at her side. Kaylee is currently employed with GRIN, as a Pantry Manager.

Ward 4 representative, Trenton Weaver, was also sworn in for the first time. Trenton is currently employed as the Supervisor of the Board of Revision in the Franklin County Auditor’s Office.