The City Council in Harlan next month will act on appointing a person to fill a soon-to-be vacant seat on the Council. Greg Bladt, the current Ward 4 Councilman, presented his resignation to the Harlan City Council during their meeting, Tuesday. Bladt has served on the Council for the past 6 ½-years. His resignation is effective July 31st, and due to the fact he has accepted a position on the Harlan Community School District’s Board of Education.

Mayor Jay Christensen presented Bladt with the key to the city and thanked him for his service on the Council.

According to Harlan City Administrator Gene Gettys, the Council can opt for a special election to fill the seat, or fill the position by appointment. Individuals residing in the 4th Ward who may want to fill the seat, should turn in their completed nomination form no later than August 16th.