Judy O’Rourke of the Daily News Santa Clarita edition writes that former Santa Clarita Mayor Carl Boyer said Tuesday that he is seeking the appointment to fill the City Council seat being vacated by Assemblyman-elect Cameron Smyth.
Monday is the deadline to apply to complete Smyth’s term – an appointment that could give the winner the advantage in the April 2008 election. Boyer likely is an exception, as he said he probably would not run to maintain the seat.
“Whoever we choose has the right ultimately to decide to run,” said Councilman Frank Ferry. “You can’t expect someone not to run – they have the legal and democratic right to run for office. I know whoever I choose will ultimately have the advantage of being an incumbent holding office.”
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