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Baker recognizes Dr. Barbara Thomas Parker as Pilot International governor-elect
Summary
The City of Baker presented a proclamation to Dr. Barbara Thomas Parker for civic service and her election as governor‑elect for the Louisiana district of Pilot International; Parker thanked the city and highlighted community collaboration.
The City of Baker presented a proclamation honoring Dr. Barbara Thomas Parker for her civic, educational and charitable contributions, and recognized her election as the first African American governor‑elect of the Louisiana district of Pilot International.
Attorney read the proclamation on behalf of the council, noting Parker’s leadership with the Main Street Pilot Club and the city’s “respect and admiration” for her service. The council called Parker forward, presented a small token and posed for photographs.
Parker thanked the mayor, council and the Pilot Club, calling community service a shared effort and asking for continued support in her new role. “I truly love my community,” she said, and described her work as a family effort, noting her husband and children’s support. She asked residents to pray for her as she learns the responsibilities of governor‑elect and said she looks forward to working with local partners.
The recognition was framed as an acknowledgment of long‑term volunteer and civic leadership; no formal action beyond the proclamation and photo presentation was taken.
