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Atlanta City Council honors Howard Shook after 24 years, declares Howard Shook Day
Summary
The Atlanta City Council honored long-serving District 7 Councilmember Howard Shook on his retirement after 24 years and six terms, reading a proclamation that recognized his leadership on finance and utilities and marking a Howard Shook Day at a brief ceremony attended by family and colleagues.
ATLANTA — The Atlanta City Council formally honored Councilmember Howard Shook on Dec. 20, 2025, as he retires after 24 years and six terms of service, reading a proclamation and sharing tributes from colleagues and family.
"Congratulations, mister Shook," said Speaker 1 at the outset of the remarks, opening a round of tributes that highlighted Shook’s long tenure and institutional contributions. Speaker 6 read the proclamation: "In recognition of Howard Shook for 6 terms of service on the Atlanta City Council," noting he has "devoted more than 24 years of distinguished service" as the…
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