Interim Mayor RESIGNS

On the evening of the 27th November, we received an official statement from Govenor Thaddeus Blackwood, confirming that Emma Nilsen has resigned as Interim Mayor. The statement also included additional information in regards to the operation of government and the special election process.

The statement includes;

“Dear Mr. Shaw, Following the resignation of Interim Mayor Emma Nilsen, I am hereby announcing that I will personally assume direct oversight of Los Santos city operations, effective immediately. This extraordinary measure ensures stability while we implement an expedited special election process.

REVISED ELECTION TIMELINE:

• Candidate Registration: December 1-7, 2024
• Campaign Period: December 8-15, 2024
• Election Days: December 16-17, 2024
• Results Certification: December 18, 2024
• New Administration Takes Office: December 19, 2024

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Mayoral Candidates:

• Minimum age of 25
• Los Santos residency of at least 5 years
• No felony convictions
• Current on all city taxes
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

City Council Candidates (3 Districts):

• Minimum age of 25
• Los Santos residency of at least 5 years
• No felony convictions
• Current on all city taxes
• Must declare district representation
  • (Western Los Santos – Representing: Vinewood, Rodeo, Mulholland, Market, Temple, Santa Maria, Verona Beach, and Marina)
  • (Eastern Los Santos – Representing: East Beach, East Los Santos, El Corona, Little Mexico, Ganton, Idlewood, Jefferson, Glen Park, Las Colinas, Los Flores, Ocean Docks, and Willowfield)
  • (Central Los Santos – Representing: Pershing Square, Downtown, Commerce, Conference Center, Verdant Bluffs, and Los Santos International Airport)

(( OOC requirements:

• Has a relatively clean administrative record or has a significant time break since the last administrative action, evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Displays a willingness to collaborate and cooperate with other factions.
• A good understanding of the server rules and strives to maintain a high standard of roleplay quality.
• Demonstrates some observable knowledge of Legal Factions or a strong desire to learn about Legal Factions.
• Must have at least 50 hours of in-game time with any character (not necessarily the character you are running on). ))

KEY CAMPAIGN EVENTS:

• December 10: First mayoral & council debates
• December 13: Second mayoral & council debates
• December 15: Final “Meet the Candidates” town hall

VOTING INFORMATION:

• Polls open 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM both election days
• Valid ID required for voting

During this transition:

• All city services continue uninterrupted
• Emergency services remain fully operational
• All current city employees retain their positions
• My office will directly oversee all departments

Best regards,
Governor Thaddeus Blackwood
Office of the Governor
State Capitol Building

What Does This Mean?

Emma Nilsen has resigned from the position of Interim Mayor. What was a temporary position has been cut short, therefore causing Governor Blackwood and his team to step into the position.

The governor has also announced an expedited special election process, in order to find a suitable replacement mayor along with several city council officials. This will allow the mayor to oversee the city, while each district will have a city council candidate, looking at the best interests of each area.

Providing you meet the above requirements, you will be able to enter the election as a mayoral candidate. This is something that we will cover every step of here at Shaw News, to ensure the public understand the process and the candidates.

Governor Blackwood has also confirmed that all city services will continue uninterrupted. This also includes the emergency services. All city employees will retain their positions too.

We will continue to liaise with Governor Blackwood in regards to the election as we progress closer. We will also be sharing several updates along the way.

Statement From Arthur Shaw, Shaw News