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Openly gay Councilman Todd Gloria has been named San Diego's new City Council President after a unanimous vote earlier today. Details after the jump!
San Diego Gay & Lesbian News reports:
Gloria, who is openly gay, represents District 3 that includes the LGBT-dominated areas of Hillcrest and North Park. The redrawing of council districts also means that Gloria represents Downtown.
“I am incredibly honored to have the support of my colleagues today. It is an honor to know that these eight people – who are leaders, who love their communities, and who LOVE San Diego – are trusting me to be the Council President,” Gloria said after the vote.
Gloria immediately acknowledged his predecessor, Tony Young, who held the position for the last two years until he resigned from his seat to take a job to head the local Red Cross.
“I have big shoes to fill. Mr. Young elevated the rote of Council President greatly, and the entire City has benefited,” Gloria said.
Gloria's stated goals as City Council president include strengthening the Council's legislative reach, fiscal responsibility, and ensuring the needs of all San Diegans are met.
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