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Riviera Beach honors local emerging leader, issues proclamation for Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.
Summary
The council recognized Morgan Watkins as the February Emerging Leader and read a proclamation honoring the life and work of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr.; Mayor Douglas Lawson announced personal donations to the students and staff presented certificates to community leaders.
The Riviera Beach City Council opened its Feb. 18 meeting with community recognitions. Councilmember Davis Penier presented the Emerging Leader award to Morgan Watkins, a Suncoast High School International Baccalaureate student noted for academic and extracurricular leadership. Mayor Douglas Lawson announced personal contributions ($500 to Watkins and $250 to a second honoree) and highlighted recent community awards presented at the city’s "Restoring the Village" session.
Later the council read a proclamation recognizing the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr., citing his civil‑rights leadership and community advocacy; the proclamation text was read by Bishop Masters and included historical references to Jackson’s activity in Palm Beach County. The council recessed briefly for applause and remarks from honorees and community leaders.
