MARS — Mars Borough Council member James “Rick” Foster resigned at the council’s meeting Monday night.

Foster was not present at the meeting, but Borough Council member Robert Bost said Foster had sent his resignation in by text. After confirming with solicitor Chris Reese, members Christine Clutter, Brad Price, Robert Bost and Julie Schultheis voted to accept Foster’s resignation.

A reason for his resignation was not disclosed.

Foster served as a member of the council for three terms. He was council coordinator of the Streets Department, and his term was scheduled to end Dec. 31, 2023.

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