Stephen Edward Reel

A support letter for the nomination of Stephen Reel noted that while he may resist the title, his efforts qualify him as one of the early “pioneers” in building local government support organizations that now number in the hundreds throughout the USA, Canada, Australia and in Europe. In addition to his significant accomplishments, he was also a prevailing co-counsel in a landmark case that held unconstitutional an attempt by the state legislature to impose a fee on municipalities for autopsies performed by the State Medical Examiner. And, if you have ever attended a training session he presented you are well aware that the photo of him in the clown suit is not the only time he has used his sense of humor to help us feel good about what we do.

RMatthew BurlesonMay 7, 20202013

Robert Burns Johnston

When the person nominating Robert Johnston for the Hall of Fame was asked to describe what may distinguish him from others holding similar positions that person wrote, “Leadership in statewide policy and advisory organizations”. And that has indeed been a hallmark of his career. Robert has consistently provided leadership to make lives safer and especially to make government services more reliable. This has been true in all facets of his life, whether at work, in civic endeavors, or at church; which is why current Frederick Mayor Eddie Whitworth describes Robert as “a real community man”. And, he will always make you feel welcome, even if you are just passing through from Arkansas to New Mexico.

JMatthew BurlesonMay 7, 20202013

Jackie Shane Woolbright

It could be said that Shane Woolbright stopped in Oklahoma for 30 years on his way from Arkansas to New Mexico. And Oklahoma cities and towns have been the beneficiaries of that sojourn. Shane was born in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Since retiring earlier this year, he has moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico. He received his Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Arkansas in 1978, while working for the City of Jenks. In addition to the numerous municipal government accomplishments, Shane has also served as Chair of the Audubon Society of Central Oklahoma, president of his neighborhood association, and as a member of numerous environmental groups.

WMatthew BurlesonMay 7, 20202013

Gerald Davis Wilkins

Gerald passed away in 1988, long before this hall of fame was organized. He is the 6th person to be inducted posthumously. The following is an example of how Gerald Wilkins’ induction in the Hall of Fame epitomizes the values, principles, and integrity that this honor embodies and why the Gerald Wilkins Award, the sole professional achievement award presented by the City Management Association of Oklahoma, is so significant in Oklahoma city management.

WMatthew BurlesonMay 7, 20202013

Cynthia "Cindy" Clover Shattuck

Her career began in 1979 after graduation from Oklahoma State University when she was hired as a clerk in the trust department at what was then known as Liberty National Bank and Trust. Bank officers had helped officials from OML and several cities to establish the Oklahoma Municipal Retirement Fund. Her community spirit, can-do-attitude, and compassion helped her advance quickly through promotions at the bank.

SMatthew BurlesonMay 7, 20202013

Anthony M. Francisco

Tony Rivera retired at the end of July after a 46-year career with municipal governments in Oklahoma, Texas, and Alabama. He began his municipal government career in 1971 as a city electrician for the City of Okmulgee, advancing through several positions until appointed as City-Clerk-Treasurer in 1978.

FMatthew BurlesonMay 7, 20202013