Boulder Councilwoman Jill Grano Resigns, Effective Today

BOULDER, CO -- Boulder City Council Member Jill Grano announced her resignation from City Council effective today, Jan. 4, 2019, in order to accept the position of Director of Community Affairs for U.S. Congressman Joe Neguse. Grano was elected to the Boulder City Council for the first time in November 2017, for a term that would have run through 2021.

“It has been an incredible honor to serve the community as a council member and an extremely difficult decision to resign,” said Grano in a statement. “I have enjoyed meeting with thousands of community members to hear their concerns, priorities and vision for Boulder. In my new role with Congressman Neguse, I look forward to continuing our community conversations to bring important issues to the Congressman and serving Boulder in a new capacity.”

City Manager Jane Brautigam said in a statement that Grano’s vacated council seat will be filled during the next council election — on Nov. 5 of this year — as stipulated in the city's charter. During that council election, six council seats will be on the ballot: two 2-year terms (one 2-year term as usual and the remaining two years of council member Grano’s term) and four 4-year terms.

“Jill has been a dedicated council member, committed to representing the community as we tackled difficult issues facing Boulder,” said Brautigam. “Her thoughtful approach to community concerns and her willingness to listen to the community will serve her well in her new role. We look forward to working with Jill in a new capacity.”

"I look forward to continuing to serve the Boulder Community in this new role," wrote Grano on Twitter Friday. "Onward!"

I resigned from Boulder City Council today and have accepted the position of Director of Community Affairs for U.S. Congressman, Joe Neguse. I look forward to continuing to serve the Boulder Community in this new role. Onward!
— Jill Adler Grano (@jillgrano) January 4, 2019

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