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Nacogdoches mayor honors Larissa Philpott Brown for 25 years of city service

Nacogdoches City Council · October 22, 2025
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Summary

Mayor Randy Johnson read a proclamation on Oct. 21 recognizing Larissa Philpott Brown for 25 years with the city, citing roles in planning, municipal services and economic development; Brown thanked colleagues and attendees.

Mayor Randy Johnson presented a proclamation on Oct. 21 recognizing Larissa Philpott Brown for 25 years of service to the City of Nacogdoches, dating her tenure from Aug. 28, 2000, to Oct. 23, 2025. The proclamation lists Brown’s roles as city planner, director of municipal services and executive director of economic development and highlights mentoring, project leadership and collaboration with local organizations.

"Now, therefore, be it proclaimed that I, Randy Johnson, mayor of the city of Nacogdoches, and on behalf of the city council, do hereby recognize and extend our heartfelt appreciation to Larissa Philpott Brown," Johnson read during the meeting. The proclamation cites Brown’s work with local organizations and her contributions to the city’s growth and operations.

Brown accepted the recognition and thanked council members and staff. In brief remarks she said, "We're gonna miss you" and expressed appreciation for colleagues and the community. Councilmembers and attendees applauded as the council acknowledged Brown’s long service.

The proclamation is ceremonial; no formal council action was required. The recognition concludes with mayoral thanks and best wishes for Brown’s next steps.