Shoalhaven City Councillor, Jason Cox, has tendered his resignation after appearing in Court last week to face assault and property damage charges.
Mr Cox (pictured) was arrested and charged on the evening of 4 November following an alleged incident in Bomaderry.
He faced Nowra Local Court the following day.
In a statement following his court appearance, Mayor, Patricia White confirmed his departure from the Council.
“This morning, I held discussions with Cr Jason Cox and following this he has tendered his resignation, effective immediately,” she said.
“There are serious matters before the Court which precludes me from making further comment.”
The NSW Electoral Commission has confirmed it will conduct a recount of the Council’s Ward 1 votes to determine Mr Cox’s replacement.
