City council welcomes new, returning members

BAKERSFIELD, CA. - Last night the city council swore in new and returning members, as well as addressed some issues concerning local bus stops.
Council members Willie Rivera of Ward 1, Ken Weir of Ward 3, Bob Smith of Ward 4, and council member-elect Chris Parlier of ward 7 took the oath of office at the city council chambers.     Current Ward 7 council member Russell Johnson will be leaving office.
In addition, the council and the Golden Empire Transit have declared nearly 7