Council, staff, and public bid farewell to Council Member Benning

At its regular meeting on Thursday, the Sierra Vista City Council, City staff, and members of the public bid farewell to Council Member William Benning.

Benning, who is stepping away to move closer to his daughter and new granddaughter, has served on City Council since 2018. At last night’s meeting, council members, City staff, and the public lauded Benning for his commitment and service to the City.

Mayor Clea McCaa presented Council Member Benning with a certificate of appreciation and a key to the City, while the rest of City Council shared their appreciation for his public service and fond memories of working with him. City Manager Chuck Potucek thanked Benning on behalf of City staff, noting his service and leadership. Then, during the call to the public, Industrial Development Authority President Demetry Simonton also presented Benning with a certificate of appreciation and former council member Marta Messmer spoke to the honor and privilege of working with him.

With Benning’s resignation, residents are invited to apply to fill the remainder of his term that is due to end on Dec. 31, 2026. A letter of interest and other support materials can be submitted in person at City Hall or sent via email to City Clerk Jill Adams at Jill.Adams@SierraVistaAZ.gov. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, May 1, 2025.

The letters must contain the following information:

  • The applicant’s name, address, and telephone number;
  • A statement of what the applicant considers to be their qualifications for serving on City Council;
  • Reasons why they would like to serve on City Council; and
  • A notarized statement attesting that they are a qualified elector of the City and have lived in the City continuously for a one-year period prior to the date of application. A form for this statement is available from the City Clerk upon request.

For more information, please visit SierraVistaAZ.gov.

In other business:

  • Mayor Clea McCaa proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
  • Mayor Clea McCaa proclaimed May 3, 2025, as International Astronomy Day.
  • Council approved the FY 2026-2027 Strategic Plan framework.
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