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Gallatin swears in three council members; Craig Hayes elected vice mayor 6–1; multiple ordinances and resolutions move forward
Summary
The council swore in Sean Fennell, Paul Jones and Todd Alexander, elected Craig Hayes as vice mayor, and approved a slate of first-reading ordinances and routine resolutions including park and infrastructure appropriations and acceptance of public improvements.
Gallatin’s Jan. 7 council meeting opened with ceremonial swearing-ins and concluded with a package of routine legislative items and appointments.
General Sessions Judge Ron Blanton administered the oaths of office to Councilmembers Sean Fennell, Paul Jones (District 1) and Todd Alexander. Each took the standard oath to support the federal and state constitutions and the city charter.
Following the swearing-in, the council elected Craig Hayes as vice mayor. After nominations and a short discussion, the council voted; the motion to elect Hayes passed 6–1. Mayor Paige Brown announced the result and welcomed Vice Mayor Hayes to the role.
The meeting also covered several ordinances and…
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