New Times that she was declaring victory on her way to a celebration. "I'm thrilled. I'm so overwhelmed," she said excitedly, at one point accidentally triggering a FaceTime call. The election results as of 8 p.m. City of Phoenix The results of tonight's election may shift the balance of power on the city council if Ansari takes office on April 19. The recent Phoenix transplant was backed by Mayor Kate Gallego, as well as a collection of labor and progressive groups. She had indicated she'll give greater support for independent police oversight and expanded homelessness services than outgoing incumbent Michael Nowakowski, who has been a deciding vote on those issues.