A Portsmouth City Councilman has decided to resign after six years in office, but he says the city is in a lot better shape than when he started.
Gene Meadows, the 5th Ward Councilman for Portsmouth, will leave his position effective December 16th.
Meadows said, “We’ve transformed the city and one of the biggest changes I’ve noticed is how positive things are now. Even just sitting here in the meeting you hear positive things, not just people tearing each other down.”
Meadows thanked his fellow council members and City Manager Sam Sutherland for their cooperation in helping to get things done during his time on council.
Portsmouth Mayor, Kevin E. Johnson, echoed that sentiment. “Councilman Meadows and I agreed and disagreed on a wide variety of issues. Although not always agreeing, I had a respect for Councilman Meadows and I am very appreciative of his service to his constituents and city.”
The Mayor wished Meadows success and health in his future endeavors.
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