Dwayne James: Making Ferguson Proud
Shannon Howard | Oct 29, 2009 | Comments 9
Two of my favorite neighbors: Ferguson city councilman Dwayne James and the wonderful Auggie. Credit: Wiley Price - St. Louis American
Dwayne James is one of those people who everyone likes and every city needs. Since I first knocked on his door six years ago, asking him to please join our new Old Ferguson West neighborhood association, he has not only served as president of that association and been a key figure in its success, but he has also initiated a number of progressive, green-minded programs citywide as a Ferguson councilman.
It was Dwayne who strongly supported Ferguson’s Live Well initiative with Trailnet, encouraging residents to live healthier. And now, he’s spearheading the city’s first stand-alone 5K race, to be run as a twilight event on May 15, 2010.
For all his good work, Dwayne is finally getting some much deserved attention. Don’t miss this great write-up about him (with video!) in the St. Louis American.
I know that guy
keep it up Dwayne! Watch out on May 15th, I’ll be ready.
Thanks Shannon .. all too generous. I didnt create LiveWell though; it was going very strong when I jumped on the bandwagon …
Dwayne, you’re so humble! Ferguson is lucky to have you.
Dwayne has the ability to bring people together to support great ideas. He is a leader in the truest sense of the word. One of Ferguson’s MVP’s.
Shannon< I cannot e-mail you on my service. Please e-mail me about current events with the School District. Thanks John
Great article on a cool guy (but not nearly long enough…lol…he’s done a lot). I thought the description of him as someone “everyone likes and every city needs” was particularly apt. Way to go, Councilman. I’m looking forward to participating in the 5k run on May 15. – Beth VB
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