By AP/KWMU
Kirkwood, Mo. – The Kirkwood City Council met for the since a man murdered five people at city hall two weeks ago.
Thursday's meeting began with a moment of silence, but it turned into a bitter fight over the how the community will move on.
Two council members were killed in the attack two weeks ago, including Connie Karr, who was running for mayor.
The city had her name removed from the ballot at her husband's request, leaving only one candidate.
Many at Thursday's meeting criticized that move, saying it undercut the voters' right to choose their mayor in the April election.
A new group called Kirkwood Coming Together for a Brighter Future wants the election pushed back until June.
Also Thursday, the council appointed former member Paul Ward to replace councilman Mike Lynch temporarily.