In 1983, when the small town of Braman received their first grant to build a sewer lagoon; they needed someone with time, energy, and patience to administer the program. These qualities became even more critical when the general contractor absconded with the first $90,000 project payment. Chosen as project manager was Jerry Johnston. Very shortly, he also became Mayor.
Read MoreThe Hall of Fame for City and Town Officials each year may induct one person posthumously. For 2003, that person never held public office in Oklahoma. However, most of the laws or services municipal officials work with today, as well as the breadth of appreciation among state agencies for municipal government, is due in large measure to one individual. That person was Donald C. Rider, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Municipal League from 1972 until 1988.
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