December 7th 2024.
After serving on the Santa Clara City Council for several years, Anthony Becker has officially resigned from his position as vice mayor. This news comes just a few weeks before his term was set to end, and follows a recent guilty verdict in a high-profile legal case.
Becker, who was elected in 2020, faced a tough reelection campaign last month due to the ongoing legal battle. He was indicted in 2023 and ultimately found guilty by a jury for leaking a civil grand jury report and committing perjury. These charges were related to his involvement with a report about the San Francisco 49ers' influence on the council.
In his resignation letter, which takes effect immediately, Becker expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve on the council. He described it as a dream come true to be a part of the government process and contribute to the development and direction of the city. He also thanked the city staff and residents for their support and the relationships he has built over the past decade.
Becker's District 6 seat will remain vacant until December 17th, when his successor, Kelly Cox, will be sworn in. Cox, an assistant dean at Santa Clara University, won the November election against Becker and one other candidate.
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