Mayor Eric Phillips and new council members take oath in packed Caldwell ceremony

Newly sworn-in mayor, city council members welcomed with full room at Caldwell City Hall

CALDWELL — Hundreds of attendees erupted in cheers at Caldwell City Hall on Monday after Eric Phillips took an oath of office and officially became the city’s new mayor.

Mayor Eric Phillips and new council members take oath in packed Caldwell ceremony

Eric Phillips was officially sworn in as Caldwell's new mayor Monday, marking the beginning of his term after a contentious election that included controversy over a leaked voice memo detailing his plans for office.The swearing-in ceremony at Caldwell City Hall drew a packed crowd, with so many residents attending that officials had to set up a television outside to accommodate overflow. The city also welcomed new council member Scott Tilmat and…