A misconduct charge has been filed against Grand Island Mayor Jay Vavricek, who was recently arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in nearby Howard County.

Councilman Mike Paulick filed the charge Friday with City Attorney Bob Sivick.

The misconduct charge cites Vavricek’s drunken driving arrest on March 2. He pleaded no contest to reckless driving and was fined $500.

Paulick says he brought the charge at the urging of constituents.

The misconduct charge will be forwarded to the full Grand Island City Council for a vote Tuesday. If approved by the council, a hearing to unseat the mayor is expected April 19.

Vavricek could not be reached for comment on Saturday.

Vavricek is also the owner of Hometown Family Radio, which operates three radio stations in North Platte.