Mahon New Town Council Chairman

Thomas J. Mahon is the new chairman of the Merrimack Town Council.

Councilors unanimously chose him at their meeting Thursday night. He succeeds Finlay C. Rothhaus, who was named vice chairman.

William Boyd, former vice chairman, made the motion for Mahon as chairman, citing his experience as a former public administrator and a teacher.

Boyd, noting a difficult budget season this year, said Merrimack would be well-served with someone "of Tom's acumen."

Mahon thanked fellow councilors. "I appreciate your support and confidence."