Irving and Keller voters pick new mayors in open North Texas races; Frisco heads to runoff

Voters across North Texas cast ballots Saturday in a trio of mayoral races in Frisco, Irving and Keller, selecting new leadership in two fast-growing cities while Frisco will see a runoff election later this summer.

Each of the contests was an open race, with no sitting incumbent on the ballot, leaving voters to choose among multiple candidates as the cities face ongoing growth, development and infrastructure challenges.

Frisco mayoral race featured open seat, four candidates

In Frisco, voters chose from a four-person field in an open race:

• John Keating
• Shona Sowell
• Rod Vilhauer
• Mark Hill

Frisco has experienced rapid growth in recent years, driven by major developments and corporate relocations. The next mayor will be tasked with managing that expansion while addressing traffic, public safety and long-term infrastructure planning.

No candidate won more than 50% of the votes, but Mark Hill and Rod Vilhauer both received the most of all four candidates. A runoff election will now happen on June 13 between Hill and Vilhauer.

Irving mayoral race also open with three candidates

In Irving, voters selected from three candidates in another open contest:

• Zhanae Jackson
• Olivia Novelo Abreu
• Al Zapanta

Irving, a major business hub in North Texas, continues to focus on economic development and redevelopment efforts. The city's next mayor is expected to help guide those priorities while addressing public safety and community needs.

Winner: Al Zapanta

Keller voters decided open mayoral contest

In Keller, voters weighed in on a three-candidate race for mayor:

• Ross McMullin
• Tag Green
• Ed Prem

The race centered on managing steady growth while maintaining the city's suburban character and ensuring city services keep pace with demand.

Winner: Ross McMullin