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Waynesboro Historical Commission honors city's first Black mayor and vice mayor
Summary
The Waynesboro Historical Commission presented a proclamation celebrating the election of Kenny Lee as Waynesboro's first Black mayor and Lori Jean Akombe as Waynesboro's first Black vice mayor; the proclamation noted recent local developments and included congratulatory letters from regional officials.
The Waynesboro Historical Commission presented a proclamation honoring Mayor Kenny Lee and Vice Mayor Lori Jean Akombe as the city's first Black mayor and first Black vice mayor, citing their recent elections on Jan. 13, 2025, and local milestones.
Commissioner Geiger read the proclamation at the council meeting and said, "History is made in Waynesboro, Virginia." The proclamation noted that February is Black History Month and listed accomplishments and developments since the mayor's election, including the West End Fire Station groundbreaking, economic development activity related to Northrop Grumman and residential development.
Geiger read letters of congratulations from regional leaders, including the mayor of Harrisonburg, the mayor of Charlottesville and Delegate Ellen Campbell, which praised the elections as milestones for inclusivity and regional cooperation.
Mayor Lee and Vice Mayor Akombe were present for the recognition. Members of the Historical Commission said they hoped the proclamation would serve as a permanent record of gratitude for the officials' community service.
The presentation included brief remarks from council members and the Historical Commission; no formal council vote was required for the proclamation.
