The new county commissioner for Labette County is sworn in at a special called meeting.

County Clerk Gena Landis swore in the new District Two Commissioner Terry Weidert this morning. After being elected by the county republican committee, Weidert had to wait for approval from both the governor and secretary of state, which he got earlier this week. He is replacing former Commissioner Brian Kinzie, who was recalled after an election in December.

The swearing-in of Weidert comes just a few days before the commission will have to reorganize for the new year. Reorganization will take place during their next regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, where a commissioner chairman and vice-chair will be selected.