On September 2, 2025, Mentor City Council appointed Charles Pinkerman to fill the vacant Ward 3 seat during its regular meeting. Pinkerman replaces former Councilperson Mark Freeman, who resigned in August.
Pinkerman’s term will run through December 31, 2026. Per Mentor city ordinance, the Ward 3 seat will appear on the November 2026 ballot to complete the remainder of the term, which ends on December 31, 2027.