Northlake certifies May 4 election and swears in Brian Montini as mayor
May 13, 2024 | NorthlakeTown Council, Northlake, Denton County, Texas
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The Northlake Town Council on May 13 accepted the official canvass of the May 4 election and administered oaths to newly elected officials, including Brian Montini, who took the oath as mayor.
Staff read Denton County's certified returns; the mayoral tally was read as Brian G. Montini, 830, and Rena Hardeman, 321. Council member Place 1 Alex Holmes (uncontested) was recorded at 832 votes; council Place 2 Michael Gans, 807; Place 3 Aaron Fowler, 823. The council moved to accept the canvass and voted unanimously to approve it.
Why it matters: With the canvass accepted and the oath administered, the new mayor and council members are authorized to take official action. The council also signaled priorities for the coming term, including staff appointments and board selections.
Council proceedings and oaths: After the canvass acceptance, officials administered the oath of office. Brian Montini repeated the oath and took his seat as mayor; Alex Holmes, John Kelly (Place 6, unexpired term), and Aaron Fowler (Place 3) were also sworn in. The special-election result for Place 6 (PK Kelly, 805 votes) was also accepted by the council.
Outgoing Mayor David Redding offered brief farewell remarks reflecting on his tenure and urging the council to "invest very aggressively" in the town's economic base and to favor clear, simple governance. "It's been a privilege of a lifetime," Redding said, thanking staff and residents for their support.
New mayor's remarks and next steps: Mayor Brian Montini pledged continuity and service. "I promise to serve our town, our residents, and our counselors," Montini said as he took office, urging that decisions be guided by the town charter and comprehensive plan. The council will address board appointments at its next meeting and directed staff to prepare processes for those selections.
Motions and votes: The council recorded two formal motions to accept Denton County's canvass (general and special elections); both were seconded and approved unanimously. No individual roll-call tallies were recorded in the meeting transcript beyond the council's collective "aye" responses.
The meeting closed after ceremonial remarks and staff introductions; the mayor adjourned the meeting with no further actions taken.
Staff read Denton County's certified returns; the mayoral tally was read as Brian G. Montini, 830, and Rena Hardeman, 321. Council member Place 1 Alex Holmes (uncontested) was recorded at 832 votes; council Place 2 Michael Gans, 807; Place 3 Aaron Fowler, 823. The council moved to accept the canvass and voted unanimously to approve it.
Why it matters: With the canvass accepted and the oath administered, the new mayor and council members are authorized to take official action. The council also signaled priorities for the coming term, including staff appointments and board selections.
Council proceedings and oaths: After the canvass acceptance, officials administered the oath of office. Brian Montini repeated the oath and took his seat as mayor; Alex Holmes, John Kelly (Place 6, unexpired term), and Aaron Fowler (Place 3) were also sworn in. The special-election result for Place 6 (PK Kelly, 805 votes) was also accepted by the council.
Outgoing Mayor David Redding offered brief farewell remarks reflecting on his tenure and urging the council to "invest very aggressively" in the town's economic base and to favor clear, simple governance. "It's been a privilege of a lifetime," Redding said, thanking staff and residents for their support.
New mayor's remarks and next steps: Mayor Brian Montini pledged continuity and service. "I promise to serve our town, our residents, and our counselors," Montini said as he took office, urging that decisions be guided by the town charter and comprehensive plan. The council will address board appointments at its next meeting and directed staff to prepare processes for those selections.
Motions and votes: The council recorded two formal motions to accept Denton County's canvass (general and special elections); both were seconded and approved unanimously. No individual roll-call tallies were recorded in the meeting transcript beyond the council's collective "aye" responses.
The meeting closed after ceremonial remarks and staff introductions; the mayor adjourned the meeting with no further actions taken.
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