Commission approves May 2 election canvas; Bruce Jones sworn in as Ward 2 commissioner

At its May 12 special meeting, the City Commission approved the certified results of the May 2 general election and swore in Bruce Jones as commissioner for Ward 2.

City staff read the certified tabulation provided by the Ellis County election administrator showing the vote totals and percentages for contested seats, including the mayor pro tem and Ward 2 commissioner races. After the reading, Commissioner Haney moved to approve the canvass and Commissioner Falkenbach seconded. The chair called a voice vote and declared, "The ayes have it, and the motion carries." The commission then invited Bruce Jones to the dais to take the oath of office.

Jones recited the oath, affirming to "faithfully execute the duties of the office of commissioner of the city of Ennis, Texas" and to "preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the laws"; he concluded, "So help me God." The commission welcomed Jones following the swearing‑in.

Why it matters: The canvass is the formal step verifying and accepting county‑certified election results so that newly elected officials may assume office. The commission’s action completed the legal process for the May 2 election and installed a newly elected Ward 2 commissioner.

What’s next: After the oath, the meeting continued with a scheduled development‑process workshop led by city staff. No roll‑call tally of the canvas vote was recorded in the meeting transcript; the motion was carried by voice vote.