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Macon‑Bibb commissioners proclaim February 2024 as Black History Month; approve minutes and consent agenda
Summary
The Macon‑Bibb County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 6 adopted a resolution recognizing February 2024 as Black History Month, approved prior meeting minutes and passed the consent agenda by voice vote. Commissioners emphasized the community contributions the resolution highlights.
The Macon‑Bibb County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 6 adopted a resolution formally recognizing February 2024 as Black History Month and urged citizens to celebrate the contributions of Black Americans.
Commissioner Lucas presented the resolution and read its text, noting its historical context and local supporting details. "This is a resolution of the Macon Bibb County Commission recognizing the month of February 2024 as Black History Month and for other lawful purposes," Lucas said while moving adoption of the measure. The mayor took the motion; Commissioner Bronson seconded. The chair called for the voice vote and members responded "aye." The chair declared the motion carried.
The resolution recounts the origins of the observance and names figures associated with its history, and it authorizes the mayor to take any actions necessary to carry out the resolution's intent. Commissioners offered brief remarks of appreciation after the vote.
Earlier in the meeting the board moved to approve the minutes from a prior session, with Commissioner Wynne making the motion, and later approved the consent agenda after Commissioner Howell moved and Commissioner Jones seconded. Those procedural items were approved by voice vote; the meeting record does not include a roll‑call tally for these votes.
The board's votes were conducted as voice votes; the text and local attachments for the Black History Month resolution were provided to commissioners during the meeting.
