WASHINGTON — Things are getting paw-litical in Somerville, Massachusetts. The city has gone all in on an election for “Bike Path Mayor.” The contest, voted on via a public Google form , pits neighborhood cats against one another for the ceremonial title.

The fun began when Berry, a 3-year-old shorthair and current incumbent, first appeared on a campaign-style sign along the popular bike path.

Berry’s owner, Mallory Bissett, created the sign to let passersby know the cat wasn’t a stray.

"We wanted people to know she has owners and she was well taken care of and loved, and that she wasn't just a random cat roaming around," Bissett told NBC10 .

But the title used, "Bike Path Mayor," quickly sparked competition.

Other cats started popping up with signs along the bike lane, including

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