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County Council confirms two nominees to Prince George's County Board of Ethics
Summary
The council confirmed Reverend Dr. Gerald T. Folsom and Lori Matthews to the Prince George's County Board of Ethics after committee recommendations and public support; both confirmations passed by roll call (Folsom 9–0; Matthews 9–0).
Prince George's County Council confirmed two nominees to the Board of Ethics on Jan. 27 after favorable committee reports and public remarks in support.
Dr. Gerald T. Folsom was presented to the council by LaJoy Cannon, interim appointments liaison to the county executive, who cited his 18 years of ministerial leadership and more than 23 years of federal oversight and program experience. "Ethics is simply about protecting public trust," Folsom told the council during his remarks. Several clergy and community leaders endorsed his nomination. The council confirmed Dr. Folsom by roll call; the clerk recorded the motion as carrying 9–0.
Later the council considered the appointment of Lori (Laurie) Matthews, introduced by the county executive's office and described as a lifelong county resident with more than 30 years of experience in education, administration, and community engagement. Supporters including family and former neighbors spoke in favor. The council confirmed Matthews by roll call (motion carries 9–0).
What happened: Both nominations were reported out favorably (committee vote 5–0) and then confirmed by the full council during the meeting. Several council members offered personal remarks in support, citing the nominees’ community ties and integrity.
What's next: The nominees will assume their roles on the Board of Ethics; no additional conditions were recorded in the confirmation votes.
