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Council Members Rahman K. Johnson (District 14) and Nick Howland (At-Large Group 3) will host an unveiling ceremony for the Johnnie Mae Chappell Monument. The ceremony will take place on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at Lincoln Villa Community Center, 7866 New Kings Road, Jacksonville, FL 32219.
This event commemorates the life and legacy of Johnnie Mae Chappell, whose tragic death in 1964 became a symbol of the fight for civil rights in Jacksonville. The unveiling follows the passage of Ordinance 2024-697, demonstrating the city's commitment to acknowledging its history and advancing justice.
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