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Lanett proclaims Juneteenth Lamplighters aged 95–107, swears in Johnny Wood to school board and reappoints Susan King
Summary
The council presented a Juneteenth proclamation honoring 13 residents aged 95–107, scheduled a formal presentation on June 15, sworn-in appointee Johnny Wood to the Lanett City School Board District 3, and reappointed Susan King to the Lanett Housing Authority Board.
The Lanett City Council used its June 3, 2024 meeting to honor longtime residents, announce upcoming community events and confirm a local school-board appointment.
The council presented a proclamation to the 2024 Juneteenth committee and the Lamplighter educational project recognizing citizens aged 95 and older. Honorees listed in the minutes include Lula Mae Roberts (107), Mary Sledge (107), Dorothy Allen (101), Clemmie Jones (101), Minnie Murphy (99), Mattie Davis (99), Alonzo Ramson (99), Elsie Johnson (99), Nancy Huguley (98), Jo Francis Jackson (97), Rosie Devance (97), Godfrey Greenwood (96) and Maude Taylor (96). Committee members including Mrs. Maude Taylor and Mrs. Trudye Johnson were present to accept the proclamation; the minutes record a formal presentation set for June 15 at the Juneteenth festival.
City Attorney Stanley administered the oath of office to Johnny Wood following his appointment to the Lanett City School Board representing District 3; Wood’s wife Carrie held their family Bible during the brief ceremony. Mayor Jamie L. Heard also recognized Superintendent Boyd and two school board members in attendance.
Mayor Heard announced that he reappointed Susan King to the Lanett Housing Authority Board. The minutes record the reappointment announcement but do not state whether a separate vote was recorded in the minutes.
During committee reports Councilmember Angelia Thomas spoke about the need to prepare to attract business and raised concerns with the Humane Society; Mayor Heard said he had met with community members and asked Thomas to serve on a committee to develop a solution. Mayor Heard also recognized resident Darren Leva, who requested access to city property at the corner of 17th Street and 3rd Avenue; no formal action was taken at the meeting and the mayor said he would notify Leva of any action.
The minutes indicate the council entered an executive session at 6:36 p.m. and exited at 6:47 p.m.; the subject of the executive session is not disclosed in the minutes. The meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m.
