Commissioners certify Pampa mayoral runoff; Mike Borger sworn in
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Summary
The Pampa City Commission adopted a canvass resolution declaring Mike Borger the winner of the mayoral runoff and Borger took the oath of office at the meeting.
The Pampa City Commission voted to adopt Resolution R25-016 canvassing the returns of the mayoral runoff and declaring Mike Borger the winner; Borger was sworn in and took the oath of office during the meeting.
The canvass was presented by Barbara, a city staff member, who said 1,702 votes were cast in the runoff. "Jimmy Chaney received 807 votes, and Mike Borger received 895. So, with over 50% of the vote, the voters have elected Mike Borger as our next mayor," Barbara said. The commission then voted to adopt the canvass resolution and the motion carried.
The certification cleared the way for Borger to be sworn. During his remarks after taking the oath, Borger referenced his faith and local history, saying, "I believe God's leading us out of the wilderness into the promised land." He thanked residents and pledged to work with the new commission.
Why it matters: The canvass completes the formal post‑election step required for the city to recognize the outcome of the runoff and to seat the new mayor. The sworn mayor will preside over future commission business and represent the city in official matters.
Details: The commission adopted Resolution R25-016 by voice vote after Barbara presented the vote totals and called the results. The transcript shows no public objections during the canvass. The meeting included a brief reception afterward to recognize outgoing commissioners and the outgoing mayor.
Looking ahead: With the canvass certified, Mayor Mike Borger will assume the duties of office and the commission will proceed with its scheduled agenda items and municipal business under the newly seated mayor.
