Alexandria Mayor and Aldermen Take Oath of Office

The Alexandria mayor and alderman-elect were sworn into office Tuesday night prior to the city council meeting at city hall.
City attorney Vester Parsley administered the oath to Mayor Ria Baker and Alderman Tony Tarpley who were elected unopposed earlier this month.
During the meeting, the aldermen appointed a new member, Pat Jackson, to fill a vacancy on the board. Jackson was also sworn into office by Parsley.
The city government leaders now include Mayor Ria Baker and Aldermen Tony Tarpley, Derrick Baker, Shelia Clayborn, Maureen Tubbs, and Pat Jackson. One alderman seat remains vacant.
(Pictured left to right: Pat Jackson, Tony Tarpley, and Ria Baker)