The City of South Lake Tahoe has a new mayor after weeks of political turmoil and public calls for stability at City Hall.

In a packed and emotional meeting Tuesday evening, the City Council unanimously voted to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Cody Bass as the city's next mayor.

The chamber was standing-room-only, with so many residents in attendance that officials opened an overflow room to accommodate the crowd.

Many in attendance said they came out because they want to see South Lake Tahoe move forward after a rocky few weeks.

"The residents all have voices and they all should be heard one way or another," said South Lake Tahoe business owner Rebekah Havard. "And we should be able to support the city as best as possible in the coming days."

The city's leadership crisis began earlier this mon

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