Mayor proposes honor wall for public service heroes

During the latest council meeting, Mayor Lehi highlighted several community initiatives and expressed gratitude to council members for their participation in local events. Notably, the recent barbecue cook-off organized by the Lead Organization was a resounding success, raising approximately $1,500 for the Dogwood Trail assisted living facility's Alzheimer's department. The funds will be used to purchase essential items such as blankets and dolls for residents.

The mayor also acknowledged the retirement of Devin Jackson, a respected firefighter, who was honored with a key to the city on his last day. Mayor Lehi emphasized the importance of recognizing public service members while they are still active, proposing the establishment of a \"Wall of Honor\" to commemorate the dedication of firefighters and police officers. This initiative aims to inspire future generations and acknowledge the sacrifices made by these individuals in service to the community.

Additionally, the mayor addressed ongoing power outages affecting the city, urging residents to report issues to Encore for prompt resolution. He concluded by reminding the community about the upcoming soapbox derby in November, encouraging families to participate and build their soapboxes for the event.