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Resignations accepted by Hartley City Council

Benz, Lux leaving city posts

A pair of resignations will have the Hartley City Council looking to fill some big shoes in the coming months.

Public Works Director Jaron Benz and Gas Superintendent Adam Lux submitted their letters of resignation last week. Lux's last day will be Dec. 30 while Benz will punch out for the final time on March 31.

Lux has been with the city since May of 2008 while Benz started in May of 2018.

"[Both] are leaving under good terms," City Administrator Erica Haack said after Monday's council meeting. "We are grateful for their many years of dedication and service to the city."

The council agreed t...