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MINUTES OF THE
GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
2013 INSTALLATION CEREMONY
Council Chambers, 5850 West Glendale Avenue
January 15,2013
7:00 p.m.
Present: Mayor Scruggs, Vice Mayor Frate, Councilmembers Martinez, Knaack, and Hugh.
Absent: Councilmembers Clark and Alvarez
Council-Elect Present: Mayor-elect Weiers, Councilmembers-Elect Chavira, Hugh and
Sherwood.
Also Present: Horatio Skeete, Acting City Manager, Jamsheed Mehta, Acting Assistant
Manager, Craig Tindall, City Attorney, and Pamela Hanna, City Clerk.
MAYOR'S WELCOME
Mayor Scruggs called the meeting to order. The presentation of colors by the Luke AFB Honor
Guard was followed by the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence.
Mayor Scruggs spoke on stewardship and community service with regard to the leaving and
incoming Mayor and Councilmembers. She also commended their families for their support and
willingness to share them with the citizens of Glendale.
1. Oath of Office
Mayor-elect Jerry P. Weiers—
Oath of Office administered by The Honorable Jeffery Fine, Justice of the Peace, White Tank
Justice Court
Mayor—elect Weiers accompanied by his wife and Judge Fine came forward. Judge Fine swore in
Mayor Weiers as Mayor.
Mayor Weiers thanked his wife and other family members and voiced his appreciation for their
support and understanding. Next, he expressed gratitude for those that assisted him during his
campaign. He asked that various state, local and military officials stand and be recognized for
their service. In conclusion, he offered his word that he would do everything in his power, the
best he could possibly do,to bring a lot of good things to the city and expressed his excitement.
Councilmember-elect Samuel U. Chavira, Yucca District—
Oath of Office administered by The Honorable Joseph "Pep"Guzman, Justice of the Peace, Agua
Fria Justice Court
Councilmember-elect Chavira accompanied by his wife, two daughters and Judge Guzman came
forward. Judge Guzman swore in Councilmember Chavira as representative to the Yucca
District.
Councilmember Chavira expressed his gratitude to his wife, children and other family members,
briefly honoring his departed father. He thanked those who served in police, fire, and the armed
forces as well as those who had served on the City Council and those beginning their service. He
continued offering thanks to numerous people present that supported him during his campaign.
In conclusion, he commented that Glendale was a great city which had so much to offer and so
many opportunities.
Councilmember-elect Ian Hugh, Cactus District—
Oath of Office administered by The Honorable Jean Baxter, City Court Judge, Glendale City
Court
Councilmember-elect Hugh accompanied by his wife and Judge Baxter came forward. Judge
Baxter swore in Councilmember Hugh, as representative to the Cactus District.
Councilmember Hugh thanked his wife, his mother and other family members and friends, who
had supported him throughout his campaign. He stated it was an honor and privilege to serve. In
conclusion, he quoted several inspirational verses.
Councilmember-elect Gary D. Sherwood, Sahuaro District—
Oath of Office administered by The Honorable Elizabeth R. Finn, Presiding Judge, Glendale City
Court
Councilmember-Elect Sherwood, his wife, and Judge Finn came forward. Judge Finn swore in
Councilmember Sherwood as representative to the Sahuaro District.
Councilmember Sherwood thanked his wife, family, supporters and voters of the Sahuaro
District. Also thanking the city staff, who had met with him recently and shared their
professional knowledge. He commented on the years of service represented by the outgoing
councilmembers and wished them well.
Councilmember Sherwood continued expressing a need to bring back decorum to the meetings
and set examples for staff. He commented on goals such as having a permanent city manager
within three months as well as restoring the citizens' faith in the city. He noted there are some
exciting announcements coming soon on economic development. In conclusion, he stated his
belief in the employees and the new council; asking the citizen to give them a chance.
Ceremonial City Council Photograph — A group photograph of the new council was taken.
Councilmember Alvarez was not in attendance.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m.
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Pamela Hanna-City Clerk