Thursday, March 28, 2024
A letter was read at Tuesday night’s pre-council meeting saying that City Councilman Michael Zangari was resigning from his position “effective immediately” as a result of a medical condition. Upon hearing the news, the tone in the conference room turned solemn.
In September, Zangari wrote to the Herald Gazette to inform readers that he had been diagnosed with cancer but wrote off the obstacle as “no different than other medical adversities” he had faced in his life. Zangari is disabled.
“It has truly been an honor to serve,” Zangari’s resignation letter read. “I must now dedicate 100 percent of my energy on my health and family.”
The letter stated that he has been undergoing treatment for the past few months for a rare type of cancer, but recent test results revealed that a “more aggressive treatment plan” would be required prior to surgery, resulting in an extended period of post-operative recovery.
Mayor Tim Tenke acknowledged Zangari’s tenure on the City Council and thanked him for his service. “I know there’s a battle ahead of him and I wish him all the best,” Tenke said.
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