Matthew Riedemann, founder of the real estate firm Ashford Capital Partners, was elected by Mayor and Council to serve out the late Bill Thrash’s term through the end of 2013.

Riedemann was sworn in at the beginning of the July 1st Kennesaw City Council meeting by Magistrate Judge Phil Taylor.

“I think the city of Kennesaw is in a great position,” he said. “I could never  even consider to think that I could fill Mr. Thrash’s shoes, but I do share his  visions for a great Kennesaw as a great place to live, work, pray, play and  raise a family. I’ll work to do whatever I can to push it forward.”

Matthew Riedemann being sworn in by Magistrate Judge Phil Taylor at the July 1, 2013 Kennesaw City Council Meeting.  Riedemann is joined by his daughter Noelle, 8, and his wife Beth.