Councillor Sharon Tibbs has died.
The long-time councillor had recently taken a leave of absence and had been in hospital for undisclosed health reasons.
Tibbs had been a member of council on and off since 1993 and appointed the town's deputy mayor in six years ago.
A release from the town calls Tibbs' commitment and passion to the community exemplary and unwavering.
Flags at the Civic Centre are being lowered to half-staff in her honour.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
