Hamilton County commissioners said this morning they expect to choose a replacement for County Mayor Claude Ramsey on Dec. 27.
Ramsey is stepping down to become Gov.-elect Bill Haslam’s deputy. Ramsey’s last day is Jan. 11.
Commissioners this morning outlined the process they will follow to replace Ramsey. They will advertise the vacancy for three days in the Times Free Press and vote Dec. 27.
Commissioners didn’t decide this morning whether they would publicly interview candidates, but several said they would prefer private interviews.
Two sitting commissioners, Jim Coppinger and Larry Henry, have expressed an interest in the job, as has Mike Carter, Ramsey’s special assistant.