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Video NILES, Ohio (WYTV) - It's been a long summer for people in Niles. In recent months, the city has seen former mayors sent to jail and new community leaders emerge. Sheri Smith was elected and sworn in as Niles' Second Ward Councilwoman on Wednesday. Residents hope that's the end of this summer of politics. On May 11, former mayor Ralph Infante was sentenced to 10 years in prison on 22 different counts, including theft. Ten people applied for his position. "It was a little tough when you've got that transition there. You're not knowing what to expect," said First Ward Councilman Patrick Kerney, II. "Two women on council. A few said they're worried things will stay the same.