ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) — Ithaca has a new alderperson. 

Kris Haines-Sharp was approved last evening to represent the 5th Ward through the end of the year. Wednesday’s vote was unanimous, eight to nothing. Haines-Sharp, who was one of eight people seeking the seat, was sworn in at the start of the Common Council meeting. 

Terms for all members of Ithaca’s Common Council will expire on December 31, 2023.