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Efrain Dominguez elected council president; Akhil Peck chosen president pro tem; committee rosters set

2172928 · January 1, 2025
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Summary

The New London City Council elected Councilor Efrain Dominguez as council president and Councilor Akhil Peck as president pro tem, administered oaths and announced committee assignments for the coming term.

Efrain Dominguez was elected council president by voice vote during the Dec. 2, 2024 New London City Council meeting and was sworn into office that evening. Councilor Akhil Peck was elected president pro tem and was also sworn in.

The leadership votes came after nominations and seconds from council members and a closure of nominations by voice vote. City Clerk Jonathan Ayala administered the oaths for both positions. Dominguez then received a ceremonial gavel and brief remarks thanking colleagues, staff and family.

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