No one in Fishers or Hamilton County can remember a time when Democrats caucused to replace someone serving on an elected body, but that happened Sunday afternoon when a group of precinct officials voted to have Crystal Neumann serve as the North Central District member of the Fishers City Council.

Ms. Neumann replaces Samantha DeLong, who resigned because her her family is moving out of state.

“Crystal is a uniquely qualified individual who will serve the residents of Fishers well,” said Hamilton County Democratic Chair Dayna Colbert. “We are looking forward to seeing her work alongside fellow Democratic Councilor Jocelyn Vare to improve the transparency of the city’s finances and be a strong voice for underrepresented individuals in our community.”

Crystal Neumann is a Latina, first generation American, and currently serves as the Assistant Provost for the American College of Education. She has earned a doctorate in business administration and has previously worked in marketing and market research before making the transition to higher education.

Dr. Neumann will be sworn-in at Fishers City Hall Monday, at 6:00pm