Livonia board adopts resolution honoring trustee Tammy Bonifield after 12 years of service

The Livonia Public Schools Board of Education on Dec. 16 adopted a resolution thanking Trustee Tammy Bonifield for 12 years of service, awarding her a crystal apple and a commemorative vase and carrying the measure by a 7-0 roll call.

The resolution, read aloud at the meeting, cited Bonifield’s service since her initial election in November 2012, her re‑elections in 2016 and 2020, her work on district committees and local PTAs, and completion of Michigan Association of School Boards training that the resolution said qualified her as a “master board member.” The board’s motion to adopt the resolution was made by “Mister Johnson” and supported by Crystal Frank; the subsequent roll call vote was unanimous.

Board President Karen Bradford and staff members praised Bonifield’s leadership and asked her to accept the district’s formal thanks. Phil Francis, assistant superintendent of district services, described Bonifield as “an advocate for children, a thoughtful and wise voice” and said the district cabinet joins the board in offering gratitude. Bonifield spoke briefly, recalling earlier community advocacy and PTA work and saying she appreciated the support over the years.

The board presented two gifts at the meeting: a crystal apple and a vase engraved with the district emblem and an inscription thanking Bonifield for her wisdom and dedication. The board paused for a photograph with Bonifield and her son Tristan before taking a short recess.

The resolution and remarks recorded Bonifield’s tenure on the board, cited her community service through local PTAs and the Livonia AM Rotary Club, and noted her role in helping the board achieve honor board status through MASB coursework. The board’s recorded roll call on the motion showed: Mister Johnson (yes), Crystal Frank (yes), Madeline Acosta (yes), Mrs. Jarvis (yes), Mrs. Burton (yes), Tammy Bonifield (yes), and President Karen Bradford (yes).