Jack Hadjinian, was sworn in Tuesday as mayor of Montebello, becoming the first Armenian-American to be selected to that position.
The ceremony was attended by more than 600 people in attendance, including Western Prelate Archbishop Moushegh Mardirossian, Asbarez reported.
“I am absolutely humbled and grateful to serve as the new mayor of Montebello,” said Hadjinian. “As a native resident of Montebello whose roots go back three generations, my love and commitment to the growth and prosperity of Montebello has grown even deeper.”