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The Election Commission has confirmed her position, so Donna Colorio rejoins the School Committee for November and December.

Donna Colorio sworn in moments ago at Election Commission meeting to fill out the School Committee term of Brian O’Connell, who died last week. She said she is honored to fill out his term. pic.twitter.com/44DPfJ2oZY

— Steven H. Foskett Jr (@SteveFoskettTG) October 25, 2019

Also, posted next to the specimen ballots at each polling place on Election Day will be the following notice:

DECEASED CANDIDATE NOTICE

Please be advised the following candidate is deceased

BRIAN A. O'CONNELL

54 PROVIDENCE STREET

SCHOOL COMMITTEE

Please note the name of the deceased candidate is on the ballot and cannot be removed. Any votes cast for the candidate will be considered a tribute vote. The candidate cannot be elected.

Any voter who has already cast an absentee ballot may request a new one by making a written request to the Worcester Election Commission.

If you have any questions please contact the Worcester Election Office at 508-799-1134 or elections@worcesterma.gov. 

So if you already sent in your absentee ballot, you can re-vote, knowing that Brian will not be able to serve. 

UPDATE: here's the article; do note that it isn't a law but the city charter that sets up this succession.