Aurora Mayor Steve Hogan posted on social media on Wednesday that he has entered home hospice care, following a cancer diagnosis in March.
Steve Hogan, mayor of Aurora since 2011, has announced that he is entering home hospice care "with the understanding that my future days will be lived with dignity, grace, and in peace." Hogan, 70, was diagnosed with cancer in March, after suffering from an illness that he originally believed to be the flu. The kind of cancer has not been made public."To tell you the truth, I have never been much of a believer in term limits," his Facebook post from May 9 states. "I wanted you to know that my time as Mayor of Aurora will end sooner than I had desired."
His 34 years as an elected official included positions as a state representative, a city councilman, and then as mayor of Aurora.
"Aurora is my heart," the post says toward the end. "She has gracefully transitioned from a gateway suburb on the plains to the 54th largest city in the country. Our parks, libraries and city services foster great pride and lend to the remarkable character of our neighborhoods. Even more, the people of Aurora define this city. We have grown, we have grieved, we have overcome and we shall continue to prosper together. A heartfelt thanks to my former and current colleagues and to all the city employees — what an honor it has been to serve with each of you. Aurora, a new dawn awaits. Thank you for allowing me to live my best life."To read Hogan's full Facebook post, click here. We at OCN salute you, Mr. Hogan, for your dedication and service to the Aurora community! You remain in our thoughts and prayers. Do you have any thoughts you'd like to leave for Mayor Hogan? Please feel free to leave them in the comments below!