The Valdosta City Council met outside, April 22, in John W. Saunders Memorial Park in observance of Earth Day. Mayor John J. Fretti presented awards to Larry Hanson, Valdosta City Manager, and Phyllis Kassum, Employee of the Month. Mayor Fretti announced the winners of the “If I Were Mayor” sixth grade contest- taking time to read each letter of the 3 finalist.
1st place: Seth Shuman | Valdosta Middle School | Teacher: Mr. Chris Bittinger
2nd place: Ceu Ling | Valdosta Middle School | Teacher: Mr. Chris Bittinger
3rd place | Mariah Newkirk, Valdosta Early College Academy | Teacher: Ms. Hilda Edgerton
Citizens are given the opportunity to address the Council.
Dedicated city employees setup for the outdoor meeting.
