Miller steps down; Moreland in as Mayor of Rich Hill

According to minutes from the January 28 Rich Hill city council meeting, the resignation of Mayor Richard Miller was tendered. The resignation was read by newly appointed Mayor Pro Tem Jennifier Perkey-Ewing and the motion was accepted 3-0 by Aldermen Moreland, Pilcher and Buesing.

Alderman Pilcher moved to call a special meeting on Thursday the 30th to appoint a new mayor.

During the Thursday meeting Justin Moreland was sworn in as Mayor of Rich Hill. Moreland is a Rich Hill native and currently serves as Chief Deputy of the Bates County Sheriff's Office.