Blue Ridge City Council members took advantage of their Tuesday, December 13, meeting to award former Police Chief Johnny Scearce a certificate of appreciation and proclamation for his 31 years of service.
Blue Ridge Mayor Rhonda Haight read the proclamation which stated, “Whereas, it is with mixed emotions that we extend our sincere appreciation and thanks to Johnny J. Scearce for all of his achievements and contributions to our city. His leaving will leave a void that will be next to impossible to fill. Whereas the matter in which he carried out his responsibilities and duties in his working relationships were always characterized by an obvious dedication to getting the job well done. Whereas in recognition of his outstanding qualities of leadership and commitment, an excellent record he has compiled during his 31 years of service to this city. We deem it an honor and privilege to present him with this certificate. Therefore, it be known that I, Rhonda Haight, by virtue of the authority vested in me as mayor and on behalf of the city council, do hereby proclaim Tuesday, December 13, 2022, as Johnny J. Scearce day.”
Haight stated that Scearce would be missed both professionally and as a friend.
The council then gathered with Scearce after the reading of the proclamation where he thanked them for the special honor.
Scearce said, “I do appreciate you so much, thank you so much…it’s been an honor to serve the City of Blue Ridge.”