Mayor-elect Marvin Brumfield Holds Ward 2 Community Listening Meeting

Mayor-elect Marvin Brumfield held the second in a series of Community Listening Meetings aimed at fostering open dialogue between the city’s administration and its residents. Ward 2 Alderwoman Dorothy Dillon, Ward 3 Alderwoman Theresa Weatherspoon, Alderman at Large Darrell Pounds, and Senator Gary Brumfield were also in attendance.

Several residents from Ward 2 attended the meeting expressing their concerns and wishes for the future of Magnolia.

Mayor-elect Brumfield emphasized that “the mayor’s office isn’t about what mayor wants, it about what the citizens need!” Mr. Brumfield also emphasized that he doesn’t take office until July 1 and wants to make sure that he gives respect to the current mayor and her administration until then. With that said he emphasized that his administration and team are not just waiting but preparing now for an active start on July 1. There were several concerns raised by the citizens in attendance from animal control within city limits to providing a safe environment for the citizens. Several citizens raised concerns with property maintenance by their neighbors to ensure safety and environmental issues.

Another topic was the need to find activities for our youth in the areas of recreation and opportunities. The specific concern was to make sure the city’s youth are focused on positive activities.

Senator Brumfield stated that he would do whatever he could in the state legislature to support the city of Magnolia. This support included helping to find grants and monies to support the improvements to the city’s infrastructure.

Mayor-elect Brumfield closed the meeting saying that his administration would be as transparent as possible in the city’s operations, budget, and management.

Mayor-elect Brumfield emphasized his position in making community unity a priority for his administration.

The next community listening session is scheduled for Ward 3 and Ward 4 residents and will take place Thursday, May 29 at 6:30pm at the Community Center. However, all residents from any Ward are encouraged to attend. MAGNOLIA’S NEW CITY LEADERS--- City leaders assisted Mayor-elect Marvin Brumfield in discussing city issues. From left to right are Alderman Darrell Pounds, Alderwoman Dorthy Dillon, Mayor-elect Marvin Brumfield, Alderwoman Theresa Weatherspoon, and local Senator Gary Brumfield. MAYOR-ELECT MARVIN BRUMFIELD HOLDS WARD 2 COMMUNITY LISTENING MEETING Empowering Citizen Voices in Local Governance by Terry Jackson, GAZETTE City Editor - tdjackson56@att.net