Sunnyvale council certifies May 3 election; mayor and two council members sworn in

The Sunnyvale Town Council on Monday canvassed and approved the May 3 general election returns, presented certificates of election and administered the oath of office to Sajid George as mayor and to Ryan Finch (Place 1) and Kevin Clark (Place 2).

The council voted unanimously to accept the canvass resolution as presented. Councilmember Allen moved to approve the canvass, and Councilmember Danny seconded the motion. The motion passed 6-0 with Councilmember Eldridge absent.

After the canvass, Town Secretary Rachel Ramsey presented certificates of election and administered the oaths of office. Mayor Sajid George and both newly sworn councilmembers repeated the statutory oath and were congratulated by the council.

In remarks after being sworn, Mayor Sajid George thanked voters and supporters and laid out a list of priorities he says residents voiced during the campaign: “smart growth,” stronger library and recreation facilities, improved cell and internet service, senior living options and better facilities for first responders. “This election was more than a victory. It was a mandate,” George said.

The council next elected a mayor pro tem, as required by the town charter. Councilmember Danny nominated Councilmember Kevin Clark; Dr. Woodrow seconded the nomination. The council approved Clark unanimously; the motion passed 6-0.

No changes to the certified vote totals were reported beyond a single additional mail ballot that arrived before the canvass. Town staff noted the small adjustment affected only the reported percentages but did not change the winners.

The council closed the item after the formalities and moved on to the regular agenda.