Request for Candidates for Council Seat #3

The City of Coeur d’Alene announces that due to the election of Councilmember Dan Gookin as Mayor, Council Seat #3 will be vacant when he assumes the office on January 6, 2026.  Mayor-elect Gookin is requesting that citizens who are interested in being considered for appointment to Council Seat #3 apply by following and using the directions and information below. The person appointed will serve the remaining of the Council term until January 4, 2028. The person appointed may run in the election to retain their seat.

Duties: The City Council duties are set forth under Idaho Code § 50-701. Council is the legislative authority of the City. Council’s duties include the annexation of territory into the City by Ordinance, adoption of zoning ordinances to regulate land use, adoption of subdivision ordinances, approval of agreements and contracts, approval of Ordinances and Resolutions as presented to the Council, and approval of the City budget.  Council meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. on the 1^st and 3^rd Tuesday of every month, with a few sub-committee meetings in between Council meeting dates which may be during the day. There can be between 5-7 meetings per month. Councilmembers serve as Council liaisons to various City Committees.  

Qualifications (Idaho Code § 50-402):

-The person must be at least 18 years of age.

-The person must be a U.S. citizen.

-The person’s primary residence must be within the City of Coeur d’Alene.

- The person must be registered to vote.

-The person must be a resident of the City for at least 30 days prior to submitting their application.  (They must continue to meet these qualifications throughout their term of office.)

Additional Desired Qualifications: Experience serving on community commissions such as Planning and Zoning, Parks, etc., active involvement in the community, volunteer activity in the community.

Application Requirements: Contact the City Clerk for an Application.  Applications can include a resume, cover letter, and letters of reference.

Apply by: Monday, December 15, 2025, 4:00 p.m.  Applications shall be submitted to the City Clerk located at City Hall at 710 E. Mullan Avenue, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, or by email at [email protected]. If mailed, the application must be received by the date and time above. If selected to be interviewed, interviews will be scheduled before the City Council.  Questions should be directed to the City Clerk at (208) 769-2231. ###