The political action committee Brookville Citizens for Keep It Rural filed petitions in October to recall Brookville Mayor Chuck Letner and Vice Mayor James Zimmerlin.
Petitioners associated with Brookville Citizens for Keep It Rural previously said residents have lost trust in the leadership of Letner and Zimmerlin. Those associated with the political action committee have also voiced concern over development in the city.
Letner and Zimmerlin have both stood by their leadership, saying development is needed for thriving cities.
If voters approve the recall of both Letner and Zimmerlin, the remaining members of Brookville’s city council would select replacements to fill the unexpired terms for the remainder of 2025.
These replacements, and any other interested candidates, would then run for office during the November 2025 election.
The special January election will cost the city an estimated $16,000, according to Brookville city manager Jack Kuntz.
Registered voters in Ohio must bring a valid photo ID card with them to cast a ballot in-person.
The Montgomery County Board of Elections will certify results from the special election on Jan. 15, according to its website.
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