The City Council of Pontiac convened on June 18, 2024, for a meeting marked by solemn reflection and community solidarity. The session began with an invocation led by Minister Veronica Taylor from the New Springfield Missionary Baptist Church, who prayed for the well-being of the city and its leaders.

Following the invocation, attendees participated in the Pledge of Allegiance, reaffirming their commitment to the nation. The council then observed a moment of silence to honor several community members who recently passed away, including notable figures such as educator Dorothy Grant and former police officer Donald Russell Sr. The council also expressed condolences for the victims of a recent shooting at a splash pad in nearby Rochester Hills, emphasizing the community's shared grief and support for those affected by gun violence.

This meeting underscored the council's commitment to community welfare and remembrance, setting a tone of unity and resilience in the face of recent tragedies.