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Council names Topeka water treatment plant for longtime public servant Jack Alexander
Summary
The governing body approved a resolution naming the city’s water treatment facility at 3425 Northwest Water Works Drive the Jack Alexander Water Treatment Plant, honoring Alexander's service as a water commissioner and community leader.
The Topeka governing body voted March 18 to name the city’s water treatment facility at 3425 Northwest Water Works Drive the Jack Alexander Water Treatment Plant in honor of the late Jack Alexander Sr.
Councilmembers who sponsored the resolution described Alexander as the first African American elected to a Topeka city office (first elected in 1973) and noted his long record of civic service, including leadership of the city’s water department, military service in the U.S. Navy, involvement in local sports and community organizations, and a longstanding role encouraging civic participation. Councilmembers and family members spoke in support of the measure; Jack Alexander’s son addressed the council and praised the recognition. Mayor and council remarks emphasized Alexander’s reputation for integrity, community involvement and mentorship.
The resolution passed on a roll-call vote recorded as nine yes votes; councilmembers indicated the city later will coordinate signage and a formal dedication event with the Alexander family.
The naming is honorary; no policy or budget appropriation was required for the action as presented.
