Joe Hyer (D) quits his council position effective Tuesday as reported by The Olympian. Joe Hyer is currently serving as Mayor Pro Tem on the Olympia City Council. He has been arrested and charged on drug-related felonies. He cites a heavy workload as the reason.

“Five years on this council has been a tremendous toll emotionally, physically and mentally for me, as well as running a business,” said Hyer

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