The city recognized Carl Brandt for long service to Fenton with the 2024 John Fabick Community Service Award. Mayor read a plaque citation recounting Brandt's service: appointment to the board of adjustment in January 1972, service as alderman from June 1972 to May 1974, reappointment and nearly 39 years of service on the board of adjustment through September 2024. The city will place a commemorative brick at the Fenton Heroes Memorial and add Brandt's name to the recognition plaque.

Brandt accepted the honor and thanked residents and business owners for their support. The board recessed briefly for a small reception.