The Los Angeles City Council is calling for former Councilman Herb Wesson to temporarily represent District 10 in place of Mark Ridley-Thomas, who was suspended after being indicted on federal fraud and bribery charges. Council President Nury Martinez introduced a motion (pdf) on Feb. 16 to have Wesson fill in for Ridley-Thomas until the end of the year, or until Ridley-Thomas’ suspension is lifted in the event of his acquittal. The motion was supported by Councilmen Paul Koretz, Gil Cedillo, and Mitch O’Farrell. “With over 30 years in public service representing the residents of Council District 10, there is no better choice at this time than former Councilmember Herb Wesson,” Martinez said in a statement. “Mr. Wesson cares deeply about the communities he represents and knows the district better than anyone. The constituents of Council District 10 need a voting member who understands their community to represent them within Council …