Birmingham Municipal Election Runoff Results

Birmingham Municipal Election Runoff Results: Gunn Unseats Incumbent Moore, Smith and Tate Win Reelection

On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Birmingham held runoff elections that reshaped the city’s political landscape with Brian Gunn ousting incumbent J.T. Moore in City Council District 4, while Sonja Smith and LaTonya Tate secured reelection in Districts 8 and 9, respectively. Unofficial results indicate that 97.87% of all precinct votes have been counted, revealing significant shifts in the council’s composition.

Voter turnout for the runoff election was approximately 7.2%, with over 64,000 registered voters casting more than 4,600 ballots. Gunn received about 68% of the vote (676 votes), while Moore garnered 32% (323 votes), marking Gunn as the only candidate to unseat an incumbent this election cycle. He emphasized his grassroots campaign efforts, having knocked on 7,000 doors and made over 5,000 phone calls. Gunn aims to address vacant properties and foster economic development in District 4.

In City Council District 8, Sonja Smith triumphed over April Myers Williams, receiving approximately 56% of the vote (867 votes), compared to Williams’ 44% (692 votes). Smith’s campaign benefited from endorsements by Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin and various labor and community organizations. Her priorities include investing in youth opportunities and supporting small businesses in District 8.

In District 9, LaTonya Tate secured reelection against John Hilliard with about 56% of the vote (921 votes) compared to Hilliard’s 44% (734 votes). Tate’s campaign was centered on violence reduction efforts and community safety, which she noted had resulted in a nearly 50% reduction in homicides in Birmingham due to implemented violence prevention programs.

The results of the elections will be certified on October 14, 2025. Following this, the new City Council for 2025-2029 will be seated on October 28, 2025, comprising members from various districts, including those who emerged victorious during these runoff elections. Additionally, three Birmingham City Schools board positions were determined, with Neonta Williams winning the District 2 seat with 53% of the vote (226-197) over Terri Michal. Antwon Bernard Womack will represent District 8 after defeating Pamela L. Bass with 50.8% of the vote (755-730), and Yamika Foy won the District 9 seat with about 70% of the vote (1,126-485) against Eric Hall.

Election Summary

• Brian Gunn: District 4 – Defeated incumbent J.T. Moore
• Sonja Smith: District 8 – Reelected over April Myers Williams
• LaTonya Tate: District 9 – Reelected against John Hilliard
• Voter Turnout: Approximately 7.2% with over 4,600 ballots cast
• Certification Date: October 14, 2025
• New Council Seating: October 28, 2025

Birmingham City Schools Board Results

• Neonta Williams: District 2 – 53% of the vote
• Antwon Bernard Womack: District 8 – 50.8% of the vote
• Yamika Foy: District 9 – 70% of the vote

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