**Hector Sosa and Claudia Frometa at an election night party at the Downey Elks Lodge Tuesday night. Photo by Alex Dominguez**

This article has been updated to reflect statements released by Councilwoman Claudia M. Frometa and Hector Sosa.

DOWNEY - Downey’s political future became clear early on election night Tuesday, with both Councilwoman Claudia M. Frometa and candidate Hector Sosa gaining dominating their races in quick, decisive fashion.

Frometa (District 4) jumped out to an early lead significantly ahead of Joaquin Beltran and never looked back, with nearly 69% of votes in her favor at the time of writing. Beltran trailed by almost three-fold, with over 23% of the vote. Juan Martinez sat at the bottom of the pack, with only 7% of votes.

Sosa also enjoyed a consistent, comfortable lead with over 62% of votes. Dr. Anthony Felix had secured around 20% of votes, trailed by Art Montoya, who sat at the bottom with nearly 17% of votes.

Both Frometa and Sosa declared victory in press releases on Wednesday.

"I would like to thank the voters of Downey for entrusting me to serve as their city councilwoman. It is a responsibility I do not take lightly," Frometa said. "This election was not about me -- it was about restoring a moral compass to the City Council. Downey residents are eager for elected leaders that will put the best interests of Downey ahead of everything else. The next four years will be critical to Downey's future. I'm ready to get back to work."

Sosa was similarly thankful, and expressed eagerness for the beginning of his term.

“We knocked on doors, talked to voters, and had serious conversations about the issues facing Downey,” said Sosa. “Voters understood that Downey is a community that values ethics, decency and hard work, and I’m humbled to have earned their support.”

“I’d like to thank every volunteer who helped make this campaign a success. But most of all I want to thank my wife and kids, who sacrificed nights, weekends and so much more over the past year. They will sacrifice even more over the next four to eight years as I work hard on behalf of the citizens of Downey. I never would have run for public office without their blessing.

“Thank you again to Downey voters for their trust. I’m excited to immediately get to work.”

This will be Frometa’s second term on the council, and Sosa’s first.

Frometa, Sosa declare victory