Sedalia 2nd Ward Councilwoman Lauretta Emerson says that newly re-elected Mayor Pro Tem Susan Daniels broke an agreement to relinquish the position to her.
Ms. Emerson said Mrs. Daniels had agreed last year to vote for her this year for mayor pro tem. Ms. Emerson said she told Mrs. Daniels she would decline the position last year due to a family issue. She said she voted for Mrs. Daniels in exchange for her vote this year.
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