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Clayton County commissioners put chairwoman on notice over alleged code-of-conduct violations
Summary
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2025-251 on Nov. 18, 2025, formally notifying Chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry of possible violations of the board's code of conduct after the attorney read a list of alleged actions. Chair Anderson Henry denied wrongdoing after the vote.
The Clayton County Board of Commissioners voted Nov. 18 to adopt Resolution 2025-251, a formal notice listing preliminary allegations that Chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry may have violated the board's code of conduct.
Attorney (identified in the meeting record) read the resolution aloud, citing repeated examples the board described as possible violations: announcing a housing-tax task force and holding a press conference before the full board vetted the policy; discussing financial terms and the location of a county behavioral-health crisis center without prior board discussion; posting an alleged ethics complaint on social media as an official county statement; raising her voice and making disparaging comments about fellow commissioners; and, the board alleged, sharing information discussed during executive session with members of the public.
The resolution notes specific code sections (section 2-37 and its subparts) that address governance structure, board and community relations, policy development and confidentiality. It states the board's concern that the chairwoman's actions could confuse the public about when she speaks for herself versus the board, and that continued behavior could prompt further actions up to a formal hearing and sanction.
Vice Chair Reeves moved to adopt the resolution after discussion about whether the matter should be handled in a work session or executive session. The board approved the measure by voice vote.
After the vote, Chairwoman Aleka Anderson Henry told the meeting she had consulted an attorney and denied any wrongdoing, saying she would continue working for the citizens of Clayton County.
The resolution is explicit that the listed items are the board's preliminary allegations and states the notice is effective immediately upon approval. The resolution also reminds the chairwoman not to make statements on behalf of the entire board unless specifically authorized or following board action.
Next steps were not specified during the meeting; the resolution states the board may consider further action if the conduct continues.
