New Member Formally Joins Council

At its meeting Monday, Canonsburg Mayor David H. Rhome swore in borough council's newest member —Peter Lucas.

Lucas was appointed last month to replace Robert "Mont" Miller.

In a tearful speech, Rhome last month read a letter written by Miller's children asking Canonsburg Council to accept his resignation due to health problems.

Council unanimously voted 8-0 to approve the request on behalf of Miller.

Immediately afterward, Councilwoman Patty Romano made a motion to appoint Lucas to fill the remainder of Miller's term.

The appointment was approved by a 7-1 vote with Councilman Tim Bilsky casting the sole no vote. There was no discussion prior to the vote.

Bilsky said he voted no because of that lack of discussion.

Council in January appointed Miller to replace former Councilman A.J. Williams.