Oakes resigns from Burns council

Burns Town Council member Phil Oakes submitted his resignation from council Monday, Jan. 28, citing work demands in the coming year will preclude his attendance at council meetings. This is Oakes second stint on the town council, having served as mayor between council terms.

Oakes told council he did not feel he is able to fulfill the trust placed in him by the residents of the town while maintaining his job responsibilities. He will remain as assistant supervisor or the ambulance service for the town.

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