(January 11, 2008) -- Al Austin has told LBReport.com [when we called seeking comment on an election development] that he WON'T be filing paperwork entering the 6th district City Council race, whose candidate filing period ends today (Jan. 11).
Mr. Austin, who finsihed second in a May 07 special election to succeed Laura Richardson in the Central LB Council seat, picked up the paperwork on Dec. 26. Today (Jan. 11) he told LBReport.com:
''After much consideration, I've decided against participating as a candidate for City Council in the next election. My decision was very personal and difficult. I do however intend on continuing to build my record of service by remaining involved and accessible to our community.''
Reaction and further to follow on LBReport.com
Mr. Austin, who finsihed second in a May 07 special election to succeed Laura Richardson in the Central LB Council seat, picked up the paperwork on Dec. 26. Today (Jan. 11) he told LBReport.com:
''After much consideration, I've decided against participating as a candidate for City Council in the next election. My decision was very personal and difficult. I do however intend on continuing to build my record of service by remaining involved and accessible to our community.''
Reaction and further to follow on LBReport.com
