City Councilors Maria Perez, Mike Fenton, Melvin Edwards, Victor Davila, Tim Allen and Tracye Whitfield, and State Representatives Bud Williams, Carlos Gonzalez and Brian Ashe were also in attendance.
Mayor Sarno states, “Congratulations to Coach Lavar and a special shoutout to his family, especially wife Renee, their beautiful children, father George, and proud US veteran and Ward 5 resident Jim too. Lavar is very humble, smart and capable and I know he will represent his constituents and our city with distinction. I am looking forward to working with him as we work together to move our city of Springfield forward for the better for everyone. Again, congratulations Lavar and all of us here in the Mayor’s Office wish you continued success and all the best!”
