It was a night for family and friends at the Evanston City Council as Council Members Krissie Harris (2nd Ward) and Juan Geracaris (9th Ward) were sworn into office. They were both appointed to their seats last year and won election last month. Above: “Thank you for this journey,” said Harris. Her mother Denise Martin is over her right shoulder and father Vernard Harris is at far right. Below: Mayor Daniel Biss congratulates Geracaris after administering the oath of office as Geracaris’ wife Danielle and children Rosa and Oscar watch. At far right are his campaign manager Adam Finlayson and Finlayson’s daughter Edith. (Photos by Richard Cahan)
