Columbia Ward 2 councilwoman to resign in two weeks
Matthew Sanders
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
A first-term member of the Columbia City Council is resigning, nearly two years before the term is up.
Second Ward Councilwoman Lisa Meyer said in her resignation letter that she was leaving to focus on her health and family. “When I ran and started serving, I had no idea what was ahead regarding my health,” Meyer wrote.
Her last day will be May 16.
During her campaign, Meyer said she wanted to serve as a bridge from residents whose voices might not be heard and City Hall.
Meyer has been open about surviving head and neck cancer after a diagnosis in 2009. Her letter did not reference any specific health condition.
Meyer won a three-way race for the seat in April 2024, taking 54% of the vote.
It was not immediately clear how or when the seat will be filled.