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Sheumaker Sworn In As Newest Member Of Council In Des Moines

Representing Ward 1 on the City's northwest side, community activist Indira Sheumaker took the oath of office tonight.

(City of Des Moines)

January 10, 2022

Representing Ward 1 on the City's northwest side, community activist Indira Sheumaker took the oath of office tonight and became the newest member of the Des Moines City Council. Voters elected Sheumaker last November.

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At tonight's meeting, Sheumaker was appointed to three committees: the IMPACT Community Action Partnership, the Homeless Coordinating Council and as an alternate member of the Metro Waste Authority.

Others sworn in tonight include At-Large Councilwoman Connie Boesen and Ward 3 Councilman Josh Mandelbaum who were both reelected last fall to second terms.

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