By ELI LUTGENS
Publisher/Editor
Interim New Richland Mayor Loren Skelton, 74, was escorted by police from the premises of Skelton, who told the Star Eagle on Friday he was not provided with a reason for his removal, also reports that he is on paid leave; he said he has been told to expect a meeting with school administration this week. At that time, he hopes to learn more about the reasons for his removal and the status of any ongoing employment with the school.
Skelton was appointed interim mayor effective April 2 following the resignation of former mayor Chad Neitzel. On Monday he served in his normal capacity as mayor during New Richland’s regular city council meeting.
Skelton had previously served on the New Richland council, and was elected to join it again in 2020 and 2022.