A joint letter signed by Dane County supervisors, state Representatives and nonprofit leaders claimed other women abused by the North Side councilman are afraid to speak out.
Over the last two decades, misconduct and behavioral issues have embroiled Council members and other officials. But a way to properly handle them has been elusive.
Myadze denies allegations of abuse in statement; fellow alders say they can't remove him from office madison365.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from madison365.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
The vacancy was created because Ald. Kristen Slack in mid-December announced she would be leaving the council due to a major health issue in her family.