They're Back

All nine Cincinnati City Council members were re-sworn in Saturday morning at City Hall.

Here's some of what you missed if you weren't there:

Vice Mayor David Crowley brought about 20 family members with him, including all six grandchildren. It's his fourth and final term because of term limits. Crowley said he'd continue to work for the poor, infirm, elderly, homeless and children.

Mayor Mark Mallory called it a "great and glorious day."

Chris Monzel, sworn in by his mother, got a little choked up talking about how supportive his wife was during the campaign. "She's the glue that holds this together," he said.

Laketa Cole gave "honor and glory to the heavenly father" and thanked her mom, sister and aunt.

Leslie Ghiz thanked her new husband, Steve Aziz. They got married two weeks ago, two weeks after the election.

Cecil Thomas said voters showed intellect in 2005 when they chose new leadership and proved it again by re-electing everyone.

Jeff Berding promised to continue being a cheerleader for the good things about the city.

Chris Bortz was sworn in by his dad, Neil, who added this onto the oath at the end: "And I'll listen to my father." Bortz repeated that, too.