As the deadline for applications to fill a vacant seat on the Park City Council looms, local residents are urged to consider stepping forward to serve their community. The applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Monday, with the process taking place entirely online. This vacancy arises following the recent electoral victory of Ryan Dickey, who will be sworn in as the mayor on the same day, thereby leaving behind a City Council seat that has nearly two years remaining on its term. According to city regulations, applicants must meet several eligibility criteria. Prospective council members need to be residents of Park City and must have lived within the city limits for at least 12 consecutive months prior to their application. Additional requirements stipulate that applicants must maintain residency throughout their term, be registered voters in the city, and have not been declared mentally incompetent or convicted of a felony. By Friday afternoon, only one application had been submitted: that of Molly Miller, a resident of the Prospector neighborhood. Miller previously competed in the City Council primary election held in August but did not secure a position. In her application, she emphasized her ongoing commitment to the three main issues she championed during her campaign: respect, action, and community engagement. The Park City Council is expected to hold interviews for the candidates on January 9, with a possibility of an additional meeting on January 13, depending on the number of applicants. The final selection is anticipated to occur on January 15, with the chosen candidate likely being sworn into office shortly thereafter. The individual who secures the position will serve until early 2028, after which they will need to run for a full term in the 2027 City Hall election to continue their service. Taking on this role comes at a pivotal time for the Park City municipal government. The newly appointed council member will be involved in significant decisions, including the selection of a new city manager and preparations for the upcoming 2034 Winter Olympics. Additionally, the council will deliberate on various development proposals that are crucial to the city's future. The application process is designed to gather not only basic information about the candidates but also their views on the city’s current successes and areas for improvement. Questions within the application probe the applicants’ perspectives regarding the role of municipal government and the responsibilities of the City Council. These insights will be crucial as the council navigates the complex issues facing Park City in the coming years. For residents interested in applying, the necessary forms and additional information are accessible on the official City Hall website at parkcity.gov. Direct links to the application details can be found at parkcity.gov/government/election-information. Those requiring further assistance or clarification are encouraged to reach out to Michelle Kellogg, the Park City recorder, at 435-615-5007 or via email at michelle.kellogg@parkcity.gov. As the deadline approaches, community members are reminded of the importance of local governance and the role that each citizen can play in shaping the future of Park City. This is a unique opportunity for residents to engage directly in their local government, impacting decisions that will affect their lives and the community at large. With only one application submitted thus far, the council is hopeful that more individuals will step forward to ensure a diverse and representative selection process for this crucial leadership position.