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Hartwick Hosts Common Council Candidates

By WRILEY NELSON
ONEONTA

Eight candidates for the City of Oneonta Common Council attended a forum hosted by the Hartwick College Institute of Public Service on the evening of Wednesday, November 1.

Assistant Professor of Sociology Zachary McKenney led a question and answer period with students and community members, which was followed by an informal reception. HIPS aims to educate a new generation of public service and promote full engagement with local government among Oneonta residents and students. The candidates were first asked to introduce themselves and explain their positions with a brief, three-minute opening statement.

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