NPP opens filing period for Gurabo mayoral seat

Former Gurabo Mayor Rosachely Rivera Santana, at left, was sworn in as Puerto Rico secretary of state last Thursday.

By The Star Staff

New Progressive Party (NPP) Electoral Commissioner Aníbal Vega Borges announced that the candidacy filing period for the special election to fill the vacant mayoral position in Gurabo began Monday.

ThE period will close this Thursday at noon. The timeline is in accordance with Article 9.5(4) of the Puerto Rico Electoral Code, as stated in Article 1.014 of Law 107, known as the Municipal Code, and follows NPP regulations.

For individuals interested in applying for the vacancy, which arose following Rosachely Rivera Santana’s resignation upon being confirmed and sworn in as secretary of state, a statehood seminar will be held on Wednesday. The ballot position drawing is scheduled for Monday, July 14, at 10 a.m. at the State Election Commission. The general election will take place on Sunday, Aug. 10.

“We urge all qualified candidates to exercise their right to participate in this democratic process,” Vega Borges said. “We believe there are many talented Puerto Ricans who wish to continue the exceptional work done by Rosachely Rivera and to lead Gurabo in the right direction. We assure all residents of Gurabo and the people of Puerto Rico that this process will be transparent and will adhere to all legal and regulatory requirements.”