The Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners recognized Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated on Jan. 2, citing the fraternity’s founding on Jan. 9, 1914, at Howard University and the organization’s long-standing service in areas including mentorship and civic engagement. The board moved, seconded and approved the recognition by voice vote.

A representative of Phi Beta Sigma thanked the commissioners for the honor, saying the group works “to uplift our community and uplift our people as Oklahomans.” Commissioner, District 1 welcomed the fraternity to Oklahoma County.

After the initial recognition motion, the board moved to amend the resolution to add a recognition for Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated, noting the item had been missed on the docket; that amendment was also approved by voice vote. The recognitions were ceremonial: no appropriations, contracts or new programs were authorized as part of the motions.

Board members and fraternity representatives paused for a photo following the recognitions. The board then continued to routine business.