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Savannah leaders honor local artists, civic groups and longtime city employees
Summary
At its June 25 meeting, the Savannah City Council presented proclamations naming singer Huxy Scott a music ambassador, recognizing artist Scott "Panhandle Slim" Stanton as art ambassador, celebrating Delta Sigma Theta's 85th anniversary, and honoring city employees for decades of service.
Savannah City Council opened its June 25 meeting with music and proclamations celebrating local culture and public service.
Mayor Van R. Johnson II presented a proclamation naming Huxy Scott the city's official music ambassador, praising a career that spans five decades and years of service in local schools. Scott, who accepted amid applause, thanked the council and acknowledged family members in the chamber.
The council also unveiled two commissioned works for City Hall and proclaimed Scott Stanton, known locally as Panhandle Slim, Savannah's official art ambassador for his public folk art and community projects. Stanton's work will be displayed in City Hall, and the mayor noted the pieces include quotations from leaders such as Jimmy Carter and Michelle Obama.
Council members recognized the Savannah Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta on its 85th anniversary; Chapter President Makia Davis accepted a proclamation and summarized the chapter's ongoing youth, health and economic initiatives. The mayor and aldermen praised the chapter's longstanding public-service role.
Jeffrey Grant, senior director of human resources, and the mayor led a ceremony honoring more than two dozen city employees who have served 30 to 50 years. Willie Wild was singled out for 50 years of service at the water and sewer department. Grant said the awards underscore the city's reliance on career public servants.
The ceremonial portion concluded as the council moved into routine business, including procurement votes and public hearings on licensing and land-use matters.
