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EASTPOINTE — Voters in Eastpointe chose a newcomer to join the council and replace a council member who has served for more than a decade.
Karen Scott, 36, who has not previously held elected office, received the most votes — 2,849 votes, 38.62% of the total votes — in a three-person race for two four-year terms on the council.
“I’m very thankful for all the residents that came out and voted and made sure their voice was heard,” Scott said. “They voiced a lot of concerns that were going on in the city of Eastpointe. I’m very happy with the results, and I look forward to serving the residents of Eastpointe, working with the local businesses and hopefully helping Eastpointe.”
In the voter guide put together by the Eastsider, Scott, an educator, said her top goal is “to ensure Eastpointe is safe, connected, and thriving. I will strengthen partnerships with law enforcement, revitalize our streets and public spaces, and support programs that link residents to jobs and resources, including our library.”
Councilman Rob Baker will remain on the City Council, having received 2,579, or 34.96% of the votes. Baker previously served as a park commissioner before being appointed to the City Council in 2019.
Incumbent Cardi DeMonaco Jr. placed third in the race with 1,895 votes, or 25.69% of the total votes.
DeMonaco, who also served as the city’s mayor pro tem, has served several terms on the City Council since 2014. However, he has faced criticism for voting in favor of the Nine Mile Road diet plans.
“It has been an honor serving the city of Eastpointe for the last 11 years,” DeMonaco said. “I am optimistic that the city will continue to improve.”
While he said he was disappointed with the results, he wished the newly and reelected council members the best.
“There will be, as always, a lot of important discussions to be had and decisions to make,” he said. “I have no plans to run again, but plan to stay involved in the community.”
