Ruth Perez sworn in to Renton City Council

Newly appointed Council member Ruth Perez was sworn in at Monday’s Renton City Council meeting.

By Tracey Compton • January 7, 2015 6:34 pm
Ruth Perez (right) is sworn into the Renton City Council by Renton City Clerk Jason Seth at Monday's council meeting.
Ruth Perez (right) is sworn into the Renton City Council by Renton City Clerk Jason Seth at Monday's council meeting.

Newly appointed Council member Ruth Perez was sworn in at Monday’s Renton City Council meeting.

Perez was selected to fill Council Position No. 6 to replace Terri Briere, who died Nov. 9 after a long battle with an illness.

Perez, 46, has lived in Renton since 2007. In the swearing in ceremony, she thanked the council for the opportunity and said she was humbled by it.

“I am really touched by the kind and warm welcoming of the staff and the citizens of the City of Renton as well as the family and friends of Terri Briere,” Perez said. “I will try to continue the legacy of this brave and strong woman.”

Perez will serve until November, when she will have to run for re-election. If she wins, she will serve through 2017.