The city swore in its 74th City Council Monday, making the officially nonpartisan board unofficially all-Democratic for the first time in history.
Outgoing Councilman Chris Cate, who was the only Republican on the council, thanked his family, staff and colleagues in his departing remarks -- even though he sometimes disagreed ideologically with the latter.
"My team and I have helped thousands of San Diego families, passed meaningful policies, advocated for underserved communities, supported our local businesses — especially during the pandemic — and repaired several miles of streets and sidewalks," he said.Sign up for NBC San Diego newsletters.
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