BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Bakersfield City Councilmember Ken Weir revealed Tuesday he has been battling cancer, explaining his extended absence from council meetings throughout the year.

Weir, who represents Ward 3 covering a large portion of northeast Bakersfield, had been missing consecutive council meetings, prompting questions about his whereabouts.

In a written statement released by the city Tuesday, Weir disclosed his health struggle for the first time.

"For several months now, I have been undergoing medical treatment for cancer," Weir said. "I thought my treatment/recovery would allow me to return to my duties sooner than later. However, I have had several setbacks and I underestimated the treatments and the amount of recovery time needed."

Weir expressed gratitude to his fel

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