The ex-Tory MP says he is "honoured" to have been selected to lead the authority's Reform group.
Chandra Kannenganti wants "honest, practical politics" and Heather Blurton says Tories let UK down.
The Sneyd Arms hotel in Tunstall is currently housing nine homeless people, the council says.
Ex-MP and teacher Jonathan Gullis, says he has had no job interviews since losing his seat in July.
Inquiry finds group chaired by Jonathan Gullis failed to declare donations from two charities.
Jonathan Gullis was challenged as local election results began to show a bad night for the Tories.
Jonathan Gullis says the hotel's use for homeless people has led to an uptick in crime in the area.
The Stoke-on-Trent MP is one of two MPs moved into the role by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Six-year-old Sharlotte Naglis died in 2021 after she was struck by John Owen's car.
