Ashtabula Councilor Kym Foglio Resigns

ASHTABULA, Ohio – Ashtabula City Council recognized Kym Foglio on July 6 after her resignation from the Ward I seat. Foglio served on council for about nine years. She capped a city career that spanned more than four decades.

A career of service ends

Council President John Roskovics presented a plaque and a name tag. He said the city honors departing councilors for their public service. Foglio’s mother and husband attended the meeting.

Reflections on council and civility

Foglio delivered a farewell speech to the chamber. She thanked staff, colleagues and the city manager by name. Her remarks also turned pointed on the tone of public life.

The departing councilor criticized what she called personal agendas on council. She warned that social media and AI can mislead residents. Foglio urged anyone interested in serving to step forward. She closed with a verse, saying she had “fought the good fight” and “kept the faith.”

Councilor Jodi Mills read a written tribute. Mills praised Foglio’s work ethic and her grasp of city finance. She called Foglio a mentor and a friend.

Filling the seat

The Ward I seat will not be filled by election. Roskovics said the county Democratic Party will interview applicants and select a replacement. Council now operates with six members until the seat is filled.

In the pre council session, members briefly discussed procedural questions about residency and past votes. They agreed the matter did not affect any close outcomes and moved on.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kym Foglio represented Ward I on Ashtabula City Council for about nine years, capping a city career that spanned more than four decades. Council recognized her on July 6, 2026, after her resignation from the seat.

The Ward I seat will not be filled by election. Council President John Roskovics said the county Democratic Party will interview applicants and select a replacement. Council now operates with six members until the seat is filled.

Council President John Roskovics presented Foglio with a plaque and a name tag, and Councilor Jodi Mills read a written tribute praising her work ethic and grasp of city finance, calling her a mentor and a friend.

Foglio thanked staff, colleagues and the city manager by name, criticized what she called personal agendas on council, and warned that social media and AI can mislead residents. She urged others interested in serving to step forward and closed with a verse, saying she had “fought the good fight” and “kept the faith.”

In the pre-council session, members briefly discussed procedural questions about residency and past votes. They agreed the matter did not affect any close outcomes and moved on.