Applications are now being taken to fill the vacancy of the Hood River City Council left by the passing of Tim Counihan. City Manager Abigail Elder says applications are available now at City Hall or online at cityofhoodriver.gov, and will be taken through July 1. Candidates must include in their filing a resume describing their background and a statement of why they want to be considered for appointment. Councilors are eligible for a monthly stipend equivalent to 10% of the Area Median Income as the result of a resolution approved by the Council on Tuesday. In addition, a stipend for childcare cost incurred by a City Councilor while attending public meetings is available. The City will also provide a laptop or I-Pad for Council-related business.