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Mayor Starr honors two outgoing council members and announces 2026 'Washington Forum' with Kenyon College

Mount Vernon City Council · December 23, 2025

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Summary

Mayor Matthew T. Starr recognized Tammy Woods and Janice Seabolt for their service, presented retired flags, and announced a 12‑event Washington Forum in partnership with Kenyon College beginning Jan. 28 at the Woodward Opera House.

Mayor Matthew T. Starr used the Dec. 22 council meeting to recognize two outgoing council members and outline a civic programming initiative for 2026.

The mayor presented commendations and retired flags to Tammy Woods for six years of service and Janice Seabolt for 14 years on Mount Vernon City Council; he thanked both for their service and invited them for a photo opportunity after the meeting. Several council members offered farewell remarks and good wishes.

Mayor Starr also announced that the city is working with the Kenyon College Center for the Study of American Democracy on a yearlong Washington Forum program in 2026. The forum will include 12 monthly events; the first is scheduled for Jan. 28 at the Woodward Opera House from 6 to 8 p.m. and will feature Dr. Jeffrey Sekinga from the Ashbrook Institute speaking on the future of the American republic and civic responsibility.

Why this matters: the recognitions mark leadership transitions on the council, and the Washington Forum represents a civic‑education partnership intended to bring monthly programming about American civic life to Mount Vernon.

Next steps: the mayor’s office will roll out details for the Washington Forum and the community can expect further event announcements and promotional outreach.