Tamera L. Goldsmith/springs.govStephannie Fortune represents District 3 on the Colorado Springs City Council.
Colorado Springs City Councilor Stephannie Fortune has been diagnosed with leukemia. She made the announcement to colleagues and others last month that she was dealing with health issues and released more information through the city's public information office Wednesday.
"I came to City Council full of excitement," she said. "I discovered a rich environment to work with the constituents of District 3 and to have a strong voice together, influencing outcomes. It will be an experience I will always treasure."
Fortune said she intends to complete her term, but will not seek reelection in April. If she determines she is unable to complete her term, she said she'll work to determine what the next steps may be.
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