(Michigan City, IN) - The public is invited to a swearing-in ceremony for the first African American mayor elected in the history of Michigan City, as mayor-elect Angie Nelson Deuitch will take the oath of office on Saturday at the Stardust Event Center at Blue Chip Casino.

 

Former mayor Sheila Brillson-Matias will offer some words of encouragement during the public ceremony, where the Michigan City High School JROTC will present the colors and the Krueger Middle School Chorus will perform the national anthem.

 

U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan and former mayor Chuck Oberlie will address the new administration and elected officials during a private event that day in turn.

 

“I wanted to do something different this year and really engage the community in the process as Michigan City government transitions to a new administration,” Nelson Deuitch said.

 

Doors to the Fremont Ballroom will open at 10:45 a.m. Admission is free, yet seating is limited and will be available on a first-come first-served basis.

 

Former state representative Scott Pelath will emcee the program, which is expected to last about an hour.

 

All nine incoming members of the city council will also be sworn into office during the event as well.