Don Wesely, former Nebraska legislator and Lincoln mayor, dies
- Don Wesely, former Nebraska legislator and Lincoln mayor, died at 70 and is remembered for his political leadership and health advocacy work.
- Wesely served as Lincoln's mayor from 1999 to 2003 and led the development of Haymarket Park, important for Lincoln's growth.
- He passed 330 bills in the Nebraska Legislature during his 20-year term from 1979 to 1999, significantly impacting health care systems.
- Current Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird stated that Wesely's contributions profoundly shaped the city's infrastructure and opportunities.
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NDP Press Release - Statement on the Passing of Former State Senator and Lincoln Mayor Don Wesely – Nebraska Democratic Party
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 19, 2025 Contact: José Flores, Jr., Communications Director 402-215-1052, jose@nebraskademocrats.org ***Nebraska Democratic Party News Press Release for 3-19-2025*** Nebraska Democratic Party Statement on the passing of former State Senator and Lincoln Mayor Don Wesely LINCOLN, NE – The Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb issues the following statement regarding the passing of former state senator and Lincoln M…
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