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Greenville council holds short ceremonial meeting, honors outgoing members and approves agenda
Summary
At its Nov. 24 ceremonial session, the Greenville City Council honored outgoing members Mary Blackburn and Mayor Pro Tem Monica Daniels, heard Thanksgiving messages from staff and councilors, approved the meeting agenda and adjourned after no public comments were registered.
Greenville — The Greenville City Council convened a brief, ceremonial meeting on Nov. 24, 2025, to honor departing council members and deliver holiday messages to staff and residents, then approved the night’s agenda and adjourned.
Mayor PJ Connolly opened the meeting and led a series of recognitions for Councilmember Mary Blackburn and Mayor Pro Tem Monica Daniels. Connolly said of Blackburn, "I can't say enough good things about Councilmember Blackburn," praising her advocacy for District 3 and longstanding community engagement. Multiple colleagues echoed those remarks and described Blackburn and Daniels as consistent, visible advocates in their districts.
Mary Blackburn, who said her campaign fell short by 25 votes "or about 1%," thanked supporters across District 3 and highlighted priorities she said guided her work, including public safety, access to health care, affordable housing and investments in green infrastructure.
City Manager Michael offered holiday thanks to city staff: "I would like to wish all of our great employees a very happy Thanksgiving," and the city clerk likewise extended holiday wishes to the community and the outgoing council members.
The council handled routine business quickly. Mayor Pro Tem Monica Daniels moved to approve the meeting agenda, and Councilmember Mary Blackburn seconded; the clerk recorded that the motion passed, 6-0. Later, Councilmember Blackburn moved to adjourn and Mayor Pro Tem Daniels seconded; that motion also passed, 6-0.
The council opened a 30-minute public comment period but the clerk announced there were no registered speakers. After inviting anyone in the chamber to speak, the mayor closed the public comment period when no one came forward.
The meeting was primarily ceremonial and procedural; there were no formal public hearings, ordinance readings or policy votes recorded during the session. The council adjourned following brief closing remarks and the recorded votes.
