Gerald Garner, left, and Becky Holt have been elected to serve on the Mountain Brook City Council.
In a close race for Place 2 on the Mountain Brook City Council, incumbent Gerald Garner defeated challenger David Silverstein, earning 3,205 votes to Silverstein’s 2,789 — a 53% to 47% margin.
“I’m so thrilled with the citizens of Mountain Brook, and I’m very appreciative,” Garner said.
This election marks a significant transition for the city. With Mayor Graham Smith certified unopposed and Steve Boone stepping in as the new city manager, voters also filled two open council seats — ushering in a new era of leadership following the departure of veteran officials.
In the race for Place 4, Becky Holt was elected with 3,633 votes, defeating Joe Sandner IV, who received 2,334.
Photo by Tosha Gaines
Campaign signs outside a polling location foreshadow the outcome of Mountain Brook's contested city council races on Aug. 26, 2025.
The results reflect voter preferences for a mix of continuity and fresh perspectives on the council.
In a Facebook post following the election, Sandner congratulated Holt on “running an honorable campaign,” adding that “the genuineness of her actions resonated with the voters.”
“I am obviously disappointed that I did not win this election,” Sandner wrote, “but take solace in my belief that I ran an honorable campaign and acted with integrity throughout. I truly enjoyed the experience and look forward to finding a different role through which I can continue to move our community forward.”
As Mountain Brook’s new city officials prepare to take office, residents can expect a City Council focused on collaboration and community priorities — guiding the city through its next chapter of civic leadership.
