The Town of Friday Harbor officially has a new mayor. Evan Perrollaz was sworn in by County Council Chair Kari McVeigh on Dec. 8 at noon.

“What an incredible day! Yesterday I had the honor of being sworn in as Mayor of the Town of Friday Harbor, and I’m still feeling deeply humbled by the moment,” Perrollaz said in a statement afterward. “In the spirit of collaboration and healing past tensions, I asked County Councilwoman Kari McVeigh to swear me in. It was a symbolic gesture meant to show my commitment to working with our county partners as we move forward together. I’m grateful to Kari for graciously taking part in such an important moment.

“Thank you to everyone who came out to support me and to all the people in our town who have encouraged me throughout this journey. Your kindness and confidence mean more than I can say.

“I’m excited to get started, honored to serve, and truly humbled by the privilege of this position. Here’s to a new chapter for our community — one built on cooperation, respect and shared purpose.”

The next town meeting is on Dec. 18, at noon, in the Council chambers.