August 27, 2020
By: Dwayne Page
Smithville Alderman Donnie Crook attended his last meeting as a member of the city council Thursday night.
During a special meeting, Mayor Josh Miller presented Crook a plaque in appreciation for his service to the city as Alderman for the last two years. Crook was unsuccessful in a bid for his first elected term as Alderman in the municipal election earlier this month. Crook was appointed to fill a vacancy on the city board two years ago when then Alderman Josh Miller was elected Mayor. Crook’s term expires August 31. He will be succeeded by Jessica Higgins.
The aldermen-elect, Higgins and longtime incumbents Shawn Jacobs and Danny Washer will be sworn in to begin their new four year terms in a special meeting on Friday, September 4 at 5 p.m. at city hall.
In making the plaque presentation, Mayor Miller paid tribute to Crook.
“Two years ago when I became Mayor, we appointed Mr. Donnie Crook. When I became mayor I had a lot of phone calls from a lot of people wanting me to appoint them to the city council. I had a lot of good qualified people that would have done a great job. Mr. Crook did not call me. I called him. Mr. Crook I appreciate you filling my position. You have done a great job. Thank you for your service. This plaque says ‘Donnie Crook in appreciation for your two years of loyal and dedicated service to the City of Smithville as Alderman’”.
“Thank you I have enjoyed it,” replied Crook.