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Smithfield council sworn in new members, names mayor pro tem and wins DOT postponement on Market Street parking
Summary
The Town of Smithfield held an organizational meeting with swearing‑in ceremonies for the mayor and four councilmembers, a proclamation honoring retiring Councilman David Barber, appointments to advisory bodies and a council vote to adopt a meeting calendar. Mayor Andy Moore said N.C. DOT has postponed a planned Market Street parking removal until after Christmas.
At an organizational meeting that opened with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, the Town of Smithfield swore in the mayor and multiple councilmembers, approved routine business, and took steps on internal governance and downtown concerns.
Mayor Andy Moore and four new or returning councilmembers each took the oath of office. Senior Associate Supreme Court Justice Michael R. Morgan administered the oath to Councilman Geddes Cohen Jr.; the clerk of superior court and local judges administered other oaths. The council then approved the agenda and consent items by voice vote.
The meeting included a formal recognition of Councilman David Barber. Mayor Moore read a proclamation honoring…
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