Vargo, Krabill are all in on city commission

Hats tossed: They seek support to be mayor, vice mayor

SANDUSKY — City Commissioner Kate Vargo has confirmed she is seeking the position of ex officio mayor, or commission president, when the seven-member body selects its new leadership Jan. 12. Vargo’s plan is paired with a bid by her colleague, Commissioner Jeff Krabill, to serve as vice mayor.

The move marks a coordinated effort by the two commissioners, who both have long-standing experience on the Sandusky School Board, to take the top leadership roles. The City Commission will vote internally on the positions, which have traditionally gone to the most senior or experienced members, but are ultimately subject to a majority vote.

Kate Vargo and Jeff Krabill

Vargo, who currently works as a senior sales executive, stated she would take the leadership role if her colleagues were supportive.