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Mike Beckwith has retired from the Coldwater City Council after 14 years of service.

Former city manager Jeff Budd will take over Beckwith's Third Ward seat after the election.

Mayor Tom Kramer praised Beckwith for his honesty, integrity, and contributions to the city.

COLDWATER, MI — Mike Beckwith served his last meeting on Monday night, Oct. 27 after 14 years on the Coldwater City Council.

After next Tuesday's election, former Coldwater Board of Public Utilities Director and former city manager Jeff Budd will be sworn in to the Third Ward seat as the only candidate.

Beckwith, 75, won't leave public service. He will replace Budd on the city's Planning Commission.

"That kind of keeps me aware of what's happening. So, I just stand back a little bit. It's been pret

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