Only a third of seats are contested in North Tyneside so Labour remains in control.
The young tree is now growing at Segedunum Roman Fort in Wallsend, which stands on Hadrian's Wall.
Dame Norma Redfearn says she will "cherish" the honour after serving as mayor for 12 years.
Labour stalwart Dame Norma Redfearn has been bestowed North Tyneside Council's highest honour.
The incumbent North Tyneside Labour Mayor says Reform is not a "serious threat" despite the win.
Two by-elections will be held in July for wards on North Tyneside Council.
Karen Clark tallied 16,230 votes, putting her just 444 ahead of Reform UK's John Falkenstein.
Seats are up for grabs in Durham and Northumberland and a new North Tyneside Mayor is being elected.
Seven candidates are vying for the top political job in the borough in the 2025 election.
