Following Brian Scanlan’s unexpected resignation, Gov. Kathy Hochul has the authority to appoint a temporary Cayuga County clerk. County officials are working on an interim plan until the governor selects a replacement.
Scanlan, elected in 2023, stepped down midway through his term, citing a desire to spend more time with family. Hochul’s office acknowledged the resignation and pledged to collaborate with local leaders on the next steps.
While governors often fill vacancies, Hochul has previously opted not to appoint officials in Cayuga County.
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