Kaup Files Her 500

Council candidate Joan Kaup announced today she's the first to file the 500 valid signatures required by the board of elections.

A release from her campaign says the early filing "is a testament to the organization of the campaign and the enthusiasm that Kaup's candidacy is generating."

The statement also said she expects to announce later this month that the campaign already has raised $40,000.

www.kaupforcouncil.com.