West Hollywood
swears in mayor and mayor pro tempore

West Hollywood, Calif., council member John Duran was sworn in Monday to the post of mayor. Jeffery Prang officially took the spot as mayor pro tempore the same day. Duran, who was first elected to the city council in 2001, has worked on several community boards and projects for the city. Prang has been an active community leader, specifically in recreation, gay rights, and health. (The Advocate)