The first candidate has stepped forward for the ward 3 by-election in Essex.
Former town councillor and mayoral candidate Ron Rogers has filed his nomination papers.
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He sat on council for one term and ran for mayor on two occasions, finishing second both times.
The ward 3 seat was left vacant after the sudden resignation of Bill Caixeiro early this month.
The by-election is set for Monday October 23rd.
The last day to file nomination papers is September 7th at 2pm.