Clayton County commissioners place chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry on notice over alleged code-of-conduct violations

The Clayton County Board of Commissioners voted on Nov. 18 to adopt Resolution 2025-251, placing Chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry on notice for possible violations of the board's code of conduct.

The resolution, read in full to the board, lists a non-exhaustive set of preliminary allegations including: announcing a housing‑tax task force and holding a press conference without approval of the full board; discussing financial terms and the location of a behavioral‑health crisis center in advance of board review; public posts that alleged an ethics violation by another commissioner; raising her voice at colleagues during meetings; making disparaging remarks; and, "upon information and belief," sharing executive‑session communications with members of the public. The text also warns that continued conduct might prompt further action, including a hearing to consider sanctions.

Vice Chair Reeves moved the resolution and another commissioner seconded the motion. Some commissioners urged that the concerns be discussed in a work session or executive session before a formal resolution; others said a public notice was appropriate. The board adopted the resolution by voice vote.

After the vote, Chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry addressed the public: "I have not done anything wrong. I've spoken to attorney, and these are possible things that they're saying that I'm doing. But guess what? I'm gonna continue to work for the citizens of Clayton County, and I need you all to please continue to to work with me and back me as we move this county forward." (Chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry)

The resolution instructs the chairwoman not to speak for the board unless she has authority to do so and states the notice becomes effective immediately upon approval. It does not impose sanctions; rather, it records the board's concerns and preserves the option to pursue a formal hearing if the behavior continues.

During discussion leading up to the motion, several commissioners said they preferred a closed‑door conversation or a work‑session review before issuing such a public notice. Supporters of the resolution said the board's public must understand when actions are taken collectively and when they are unilateral.

The resolution cites sections of the Clayton County code establishing the board's governance and the board code of conduct (recorded in the meeting record). It calls for commissioners to make policy only after public discussion and to maintain respectful communications with colleagues.

Next steps were not set in the meeting; the resolution states the board may consider additional actions, up to a hearing to sanction the chairwoman, if the board determines further steps are warranted.