There was an upbeat mood to Monday’s Inaugural ceremonies as residents gave an enthusiastic welcome to incoming Mayor David Bertrand and five new city councilors.
The standing-room-only crowd at city hall also warmly paid tribute to the outgoing council and Mayor Robert Danderson.
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