Incumbents Cory Thompson and Debra Randall and newcomer Angela Pichardo won two-year terms on the Devine City Council in the General Election held Saturday, May 1.
Thompson came out on top in a close mayoral race, garnering 229 votes to 207 cast for opponent Kevin Hicks for a 22-vote win.
Randall was re-elected to the District 5 spot, defeating opponent Kevin Stephens 128 to 73, a difference of 55 votes.
Pichardo won a tight matchup for the District 2 seat being vacated by outgoing councilman Steve Lopez, receiving 32 votes to opponent Maria Pena’s 18 for a 14-vote victory.
Election results are unofficial until they are canvassed.
The next Regular Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 18.
By Marly Davis
Staff Writer
