Aurora City Councilwoman Francoise Bergan, elected to her , said in a statement Tuesday that she has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and will start treatment soon.
Bergan, 56, said she learned of her cancer diagnosis over the holidays. She represents Ward VI in far southeast Aurora.
“While I will be taking some needed time to address my health, I remain dedicated to working on behalf of the constituents of Ward VI,” Bergan said in the statement. “Long before I was elected this past November, I was active in Aurora in many ways. I can’t fully anticipate how I will be feeling, and may need to adjust how I carry out my responsibilities, but please know that my heart is committed to serving this community.”
Bergan has for nearly two decades. She is retired and worked in sales, executive management and consulting, according to her campaign website.
“In addition to the care I will be receiving, I believe this important work will give me purpose and help keep me stay strong as I face this personal challenge with my family at my side,” she said.
Carlos Illescas: 303-954-1175, cillescas@denverpost.com or @cillescasdp
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