BREWER – There’s a new mayor in town and his name is Michael Celli.

After being a unanimous pick of the City Council, and being sworn in by City Clerk Arthur Verow, Celli addressed about 100 members of the community Tuesday night at the Brewer Auditorium.

“We have so many exciting happenings in Brewer this year but actually this is all about the people of Brewer making a difference in their own lives and making a difference in the success of this city,” said Celli. “People working towards a common goal. Not always agreeing, but always headed in the same direction.”

Celli informed those on hand that there is still much to do and many challenges to be met.

“We cannot rest on our laurels. We must start to address things like traffic, affordable housing, lower tax rates and child care.”

Elected as vice chairman of the council was Donna Thornton, who said she is delighted about being able to serve the city and hopes the residents opt to get involved and volunteer.

“The mayor has called on the community for all their help. Hopefully, they will heed that call,” said Thornton.

New members of the City Council, Manley DeBeck Jr. and Gail Kelly, also were sworn in Tuesday night, both to three-year terms. While this is DeBeck’s second run in the seat, Kelly will be in her first term. Kelly, who moved back to Brewer in 1993 after living in Eddington for more than 20 years, finally decided to run for the seat.

“I thought about it for a long time, and I want to help Brewer grow,” said Kelly in a postmeeting interview. “We have a great team together and lots of great people working with us.”

Mark Chambers once again was voted in as a school committee member while Alan Kochis was re-elected to his second five-year term with the high school board of trustees. Chambers, who now is in his second term and ran unopposed, acknowledged the City Council and its overwhelming support.

“The City Council has been very supportive of the school and have been doing everything they can to help us,” said Chambers. “My first three years was a learning curve and I’m looking forward to the next three years.”