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STUART, Fla. — In a narrow 3-2 vote, Stuart commissioners have moved forward with the termination of City Manager Mike Mortell .

Commissioner Shawn Reed spearheaded the firing, citing ongoing internal friction between Mortell and the commission.

Tonight, dozens turned out—just weeks after Commissioner Shawn Reed began the process that led to the firing of Mortell, a long-time city employee.

WATCH: What Stuart residents said about firing Mike Mortell Stuart city manager terminated following narrow vote at commission meeting

There were voices on both sides. Some spoke up in support of keeping Mortell.

"Firing a city manager via trial by Facebook is wrong, wrong," said Steven Vitalli.

Others pushed for his removal.

Commissioner Reed cited friction between Mortell and the c

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