South Dundas Coun. Archie Mellan recites of the oath of office while placing a hand on the Bible during an inauguration ceremony in Morrisburg, Ont. on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018. Also taking part are SD&G O.P.P. Const. Ivan Lalonde, left, and South Dundas Clerk Brenda Brunt. (Newswatch Group/Bill Kingston)