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Council issues a string of proclamations honoring local volunteers, educators and community groups
Summary
Council presented proclamations recognizing a Special Olympics medalist and hospital staffer, longtime educator Doris Hicks and associates, Pastor Andy Peirano for community work, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority's Founders Day and local service activities.
Several ceremonial proclamations and recognitions were presented during the meeting.
- The council read a proclamation honoring Jordy (also referred to as Geordie/George in the transcript) Hugley for winning Special Olympics medals and for his work as a greeter and volunteer at Manning Family Children's Hospital. The council noted the proclamations were signed by members and posed for a photo.
- Tracy Brown accepted a proclamation on behalf of educator Doris Hicks, praising her leadership rebuilding education in the Lower Ninth Ward after Hurricane Katrina and noting Hicks was unable to attend because of her husband's illness.
- Pastor Andy Peirano received a proclamation recognizing his community work, rehabilitation efforts and neighborhood cleanups. Peirano spoke about second chances and community service, saying "All praise and glory to God" during his acceptance.
- The council designated January 15 as Alpha Kappa Alpha Day in New Orleans and heard from local AKA chapter leaders about community programs including childhood hunger initiatives, youth leadership, scholarship funding and environmental projects.
These recognitions were ceremonial and carried no legislative action beyond adoption of the proclamations and photo opportunities.
