The Observation Deck

A standing room only crowd showed up to see Meghan F. George sworn in as Mayor of Lakewood.




Out going Mayor Michael P. Summers chats with Lee Fisher, who was there to administer the oath of office.


Flag bearer plants the flag and the ceremony begins.


State Representative Michael Skindell hit all the right notes to kick off the proceedings.


Lee Fisher speaks of his days in office, Tome George's days in office and the promises that a Mayor George brings to the community.


Meghan gets sworn in with brother holding the bible, and two very proud Moms looking on!


Mayor Meghan F. George is introduced to the community!


As Mayor, she turns to the room to address the community, all the community.


Mayor George heads to the office.


Mayor George stops by a picture that hangs in the lobby of past Mayors, including the much loved Mayor Tom George, her father.

See all of Jacob Chabowski's photos at: http://lakewoodobserver.com/photoblogs/ ... wood-mayor

Indeed lets all work towards bringing the community together!

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Nice crowd!

Congrats again to Meghan George!

It’s a new year in Lakewood, and a new chance to set things right.

Congrats to Mayor George! And a very special "congrats" to the Lakewood electorate!

Any buzz about changes in Department Directors? Finance? Law? Planning/Development?

Peter Grossetti wrote:Congrats to Mayor George! And a very special "congrats" to the Lakewood electorate!

Any buzz about changes in Department Directors? Finance? Law? Planning/Development?

Yes, but I will let Mayor George announce her crew.

I think there is enough in there to make most happy.

Even the tourist.


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Is there a timeline for announcements and appointments?

I don't think there is any timeline. This morning I saw garbage trucks out, a street cleaner scrubbing the curbs, and heard regular calls for service on the scanner. I think this Mayor like others is making careful selections.

Julie and I both attended the inauguration and were very impressed by the entire event. The auditorium was packed with citizens and politicians, City workers, and most of the current council (how embarrassing it had to be that Litten's name was called and he was a no-show) . .

Most impressive was the Mayor herself, who pledged not only unity, but TRANSPARENCY in City government. I believe it was the desire for transparency which was the tipping point of her winning the election.
Overall, you could feel the energy and excitement in the room that signaled change for the better is coming to Lakewood.

We had a few minutes to talk to the Mayor and you could tell that she is both humbled and excited to serve the City that she loves . . .

Thank you for that report, Amy, as I was unable to attend.

It sounded like an upbeat, positive event!

Amy Martin wrote: and most of the current council (how embarrassing it had to be that Litten's name was called and he was a no-show) . .

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Councilman Litten was out of town. I know he is eager to work with Mayor George.

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Jim O'Bryan wrote:

Amy Martin wrote: and most of the current council (how embarrassing it had to be that Litten's name was called and he was a no-show) . .

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Councilman Litten was out of town. I know he is eager to work with Mayor George.

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Isn't this a talking point for all the council reps? Are any of them not saying this?

We have heard from neighbors who know Litten personally that he was an O'Leary supporter.

And yes, "Eager to work with the new Mayor" is a talking point that has been used for generations.

Amy Martin wrote:We have heard from neighbors who know Litten personally that he was an O'Leary supporter.

And yes, "Eager to work with the new Mayor" is a talking point that has been used for generations.

Amy

John was an O'Leary supporter, but some can separate the contest from the job. Only time will tell.

However, I asked Mayor George about the turnout, and she said, "Actually John called me to say he would be out of town, and I forgot to mention that to Mike Skindell who was the person announcing "John Litten is not here."

John will be judged by his actions over the coming months and years, as will the rest of them.

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