Parson sworn in

The newest member of Kenora City Council has officially been sworn in.

Jim Parson took his oath of office yesterday afternoon at the end of the open meeting of council.

Parson is retiring next month as the C.P.R. station manager and says he was looking for a new challenge.

Parson replaces Andrew Poirier, who resigned at the end of July.

Parson will the city's Utilities and Communications Committee and be vice-chair of Emergency Services.