Eric Mays removed from position illegally; Former Council president sentenced six months probation

On Tuesday, April 25, Flint Councilman Eric Mays was sentenced six months probation, one year after the meeting where he was removed as City Council President.
Mays will spend six months on probation but no time in jail for disorderly conduct, according to the Genesee District Judge Vikki Bayeh-Haley.
The councilman has argued that his removal from the April 25, 2022, meeting was unjustified and that he was treated differently than other council members have been when he was ordered to leave by President Allie Herkenroder.
Herkenroder, who had warned Mays for using profanity earlier in the same meeting, ordered the councilman to leave because she said he left his council seat and attempted to return without permission.
Mays' attorney, Ken Scott, agreed with Mays.
"The video of the meeting clearly indicated that he asked for permission to be excused and it was granted," Scott said.
Harkenroder had told the court that she did not give Mays permission to leave.
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[@j2da]

Shame on those council members, they hate Eric because he's passionate and doesn't stand for mistreatment or disrespect, I've watch full town hall meetings and it's not Mr. Mays who's out of order!

[@stephanieoutlaw1170]

Me too!!! I had to see for myself if Mays was the true “villain” …. And they would start EVERY TIME….. They Had me talking to my phone like I was apart of the meeting!

[@s4ndr3x98]

He was the best

[@j2da]

@@stephanieoutlaw1170 😄 Facts!

[@choosenickey7562]

He is so unprofessional and embarrassing…

[@j2da]

@@choosenickey7562 he's misunderstood and only acts out of order when the others do

[@Hanzyscure]

The Councils efforts to oust Eric has made him a social media star. Now their bad behavior will be scrutinized for everyone to see.

[@e.l.c.4298]

Agreed

[@missgalaxy2328]

Give that man his seat. He tell the truth.

[@PropheticLex]

That's why they had to silence him

[@dreadams3207]

They upset because he really tryna help the ppl, and understand the rules while they are trying to cover up chit and use city funds for BS.

[@janeenjohnson8039]

Of course they get a black woman on tv to condemn him. He is frustrated with the system and is trying to change it. He is also frustrated by the folks in those positions sitting there doing nothing to improve the city

[@Wormanatti]

The dominant society playbook is so transparent. Sad part we collectively can't see it.

[@Polo22546]

📠!!!

[@bosshog3702]

What does her skin color got to do with what she said... oh oh here you go "all skin folk aint kinfolk" lol sure ain't.... I laugh at yall just i laugh at the people of Chicago who screamed and yelled at the new mayor but keep voting democrat. You only vote for people who you think are your "aunties and "uncles" our black people are a joke!!!

[@andrew881000]

Of course, it’s always about race

[@jazzycleaners7928]

They should be ashamed of themselves

[@marcusgaines1568]

Mr. May's is nothing short of being a Urban legend 💯 💯

[@beewalk34]

He's there to handle city business!!! They're OUT OF ORDER!!!

[@usereEyez8890]

See this is why black people cannot come together.He’s trying to help the people and his colleagues are trying to condemn him for trying to help people, these fake people are just amazing,but put black people in power and they will eventually pit themselves against each other, because they have the crabs in a barrel, attitude.May Mr. Mays continue his good works, he is truly for the people.

[@alectorellishiddenchips1725]

What has he done for the city

[@Discipleofthelordandjesus]

@@alectorellishiddenchips1725 same thing dorner did for the Public. Don’t corner the dorner.

[@americalove9495]

Yes.. they picking the strongest link off.... They using his own kind....the TWO WEAK HANDKERCHIEF HEADS... THEN THEY ARE GOING TO GET RID OF THEM... 🎉BOOMM ALL WHITE MEMBERS..... WHITES STICKING TOGETHER... THIS IS SAD....

[@GlamBammers]

You make too much sense; folks won't get it.

[@Naninanimous]

@@alectorellishiddenchips1725have you actually watched what happens in these meetings or you talking out your ass

[@godjhaka7376]

We stand with Eric Mays.

[@timcarr6401]

Sit down.

[@alanwren4898]

He is a drunk and drug head good luck

[@Bat_Money1638]

Take a seat young skywalker

[@timcarr6401]

@@Bat_Money1638 I told you to have a seat and let the adults take over.

[@Thisiskishamblack]

Yessuh

[@TheCountBlackula1978]

With all the crime in flint law enforcement officials should ashamed and embarrassed. Sorry azz priorities come from sorry leadership chief

[@dexteryoung907]

This is why we as blacks can't get anywhere. Mr. Eric Mays is the Realist who is honest and truthful to what is facts he speaks the truth and we need to wake up and start sticking by this man because I'm tried of see these so called blacks attacking great men like Eric Mays just because he is speaking out on things they are scared to do or being paid not to speak out on certain problems.

[@Prettygirl-xp9hp]

The black lady got paid money for her role

[@coldhardtruth233]

​@@Prettygirl-xp9hpbullshit

[@janeenjohnson8039]

That’s what I’m talking about. Folks that are trying to work for the people of the city. Government is not trying to help the people

[@jayyahwellz6600]

No way, I hope he sues them

[@tommybishop5907]

They better leave my Uncle alone!

[@marlenm.2784]

let’s start a petition! they can’t relieve him against the popular majority liking him! if he does well for the people of the city then they need to give him back his position!

[@jej495]

Thats exactly why its illegal. Sure he used a racial slur but he used it towards black ppl so they kinda had that in their favor but they are acknowledging they are black as well. Disrespect towards them is not a call for impeachment. He got elected by the people not hired by a manager. Other than sue him personally for defamation of character its not much they can really do. Other than petition and they obviously know Eric will win that Majority as well if they took this route to get rid of him....I aint no Lawyer but I think i can defend his case and win😂

[@Mr.clowns]

I agree!

[@ssmitch2956]

We love Eric Mays! Give him his job back

[@djmeechymeech]

Now they outta orda

[@christayler6759]

This is horrible! The police and judge should be fired. I hope a higher court puts all of them In their place!

[@joshuabaptiste2293]

I’m standing with Mr Eric mays respect this man ✊🏽💯💪🏽

[@derricklcrawford]

Just being honest, he calls these puppets out on their BS period!!!!!

[@anthonymuex8387]

Is this council getting ANYTHING done?

[@lilguyy72]

That bw reporter is GORGEOUS!

[@coreyanderson5563]

Wrong. She fine AF

[@Speake5rboxx]

Remove fields remove burns remove Galloway

[@thegreattinc7509]

Remove Murphy too

[@Maybelater444]

Eric Mays is a star now! Mrs. herkoroder is a hot ass mess.

[@larrybee7713]

RIP Mr. Eric Mays and MC Eric Breed.

[@margaretshepherd7779]

You go Mrayes!! 😢😢😢You Got My Vote!!!

[@GlamBammers]

Dirty politicians.... Give that man his position back

[@avishopkins8295]

❤.MR.MAYS ❤

[@cynthiaholland13]

I can't believe this. I know they would take him down!!!!

[@roncar1761]

He has my illegal vote from Portland Oregon and my real $$$ too! 👏👏👏

[@kendrickcumbee1520]

Love Mr Mays

[@alanwren4898]

He is a drunk

[@jaywali249]

Point of order!

[@sanchez73day36]

I stand with Mr. Mays, too many fragile egos on that council . He should be reinstated. The councils is afraid of a strong willed , confident , assertive blk man . Keep there heads ringing Mr. MAYS❤❤❤❤

[@americalove9495]

Yes.. they picking the strongest link off.... They using his own kind....the TWO WEAK HANDKERCHIEF HEADS... THEN THEY ARE GOING TO GET RID OF THEM... 🎉BOOMM ALL WHITE MEMBERS..... WHITES STICKING TOGETHER... THIS IS SAD....

[@americalove9495]

They kicked him out tonight meeting...his own kind votes with the handkerchief heads.. shame

[@dorethaevans3477]

He should be reinstated!

[@alanwren4898]

To jail

[@FranBenjamin-lc9uk]

RIP Mr. Eric Mays RIP sir

[@Ssd619]

They need to calm down and drink a glass of that Flint water.

[@coloredgirl1]

They just jealous of councilman Mays we love him in Florida

[@marshamckinnie]

Them handkerchiefs, Ughhhhhhhhh Leave Eric ALONE!!!!!!!!!! Geeesh

[@ciara7913]

Y’all gon leave him alone !!!

[@reggiegriffin9735]

Why am I not surprised

[@tsaunders154]

Point of order😂

[@sylviaruth5008]

Point of Information 🤣

[@roni1976]

Eric Mays is right tho!!! Its all on video!!

[@keinellgarcia1994]

The lady in orange wants to laugh so badly 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@thegospeloutlet2000]

Burns…. they literally sat on th board and called you ghetto and MAYS was the only one to defend you…. IT IS RACE

[@Darthftww]

Bro, why is his mic always turned up so loud, as in one of those call of duty meme videos? lmao

[@CorkiJohnson-wg5bk]

Eric Mays is a good man, he fights passionately for the ppl of Flint, and I support him 100%

[@timcarr6401]

You are delusional.

[@TonyMGantt]

How did Murphy even get elected???

[@mszaire5705]

Must not have had anyone competing against him because there is no way they figured he was suitable for that seat.

[@magicalnight48]

Hi Mr. Tony M. Gantt If you go back and look at some of the meetings from a few years ago you’ll find Quincy sitting quietly in there. It was during the Davis and Galloway days. The only thing that’s changed are the names the games are still the same. I am a little upset with Brother Mays though. I understand he was emotional on that day in April of 22 but he had to have known the end game was to get him out of that seat. The folks who are now the majority do not and are not representing those who make up the majority of the city. Eva Worthing doesn’t even try to hide it. The residents should be filling those seats up when there’s meetings. There is corruption in every city. I hate to make this about race unfortunately race does play a part in it. One day because people refuse to get together and demand him back in his seat so that the right changes will be made , Flint is going to become another Washington D.C . People are going to start losing their homes or forced to sell for less because of being priced out of the city they’ve lived in all their lives. I don’t live there nor do I know Brother Mays yet I have been a big supporter behind the scenes rallying people to get his name out there. I’ve seen at least two large platforms taking credit and I’m good with that because they can reach even more people. I’m going down there in the near future and I pray by then the residents will have already started protesting and showing up for Brother Eric Mays.

[@coldhardtruth233]

​@@mszaire5705good point 👉

[@coldhardtruth233]

​@@magicalnight48I was reading till the word racist it's over

[@magicalnight48]

@@coldhardtruth233 I’m fine with you not finishing reading however I do have a problem with you lying on me. Please tell me how did I name as a racist? Exactly! I never called anyone a racist. I will end this right here. Have a good evening.

[@momsterzz]

Worthing is always playing candy crush on her phone.

[@Speake5rboxx]

And eating and also sleeping

[@4everellaguillory99]

Hey you still stand stronger you will be. Bless

[@cherylwarnock9091]

Someone, an attorney need’s to help Mr.Mays!

[@stayfocusedmedia]

If they got the majority there’s nothing he can do. It’s about addition not subtraction. If you can’t build a coalition on the board you find yourself on a island.

[@abee3387]

Eric Mays for POTUS

[@johnjames4567]

this council HATES the first amendment...

[@alanwren4898]

No just drunk drug people trying to be boss

[@anthonymuex8387]

Mainly, from what I've seen is mainly bickering among the council members. This should be highly embarrassing!

[@thecruisingmacs6239]

No city business is getting done!!!!! None!!!!! This is nothing but a clown show!!!!

[@tracyblair6083]

Those other members are hand picked puppets! He's telling on them😂. I'm sure over half of them are stealing money!!! That's what they do!!! Keep your foot on their neck!!!¡ Pressure burst pipes!!!!✊

[@oliviatwist234]

❤rip

[@sonyaknight363]

As much as everyone likes Eric’s comedic outbursts and how he keeps it real, we all know it would be torment to work with a coworker like this.

[@johnvallery5539]

Well whoever is against the ppl of who they are representing shouldn’t be there

[@buffytv8097]

I would have a riot working with a coworker unafraid to cuss some clear folks out

[@jackhays1194]

Nice racism there fool

[@kclark0104]

TEAM MAYS !!!

[@calvinbealer7264]

Give'm Hell. Mr Mays

[@llllll-ux2lz]

Smh no wonder that city is suffering so much!! Bunch more of emo children running the show

[@daffyduckfan4478]

This is Bulljive. Is a politician who is actively works with his constituents. Without a doubt, this is a racial decision.

[@christinaphillips5933]

Seen videos council never letting Eric Mays talk ! 😮

[@khalildarden6875]

WeStandWithMays

[@timcarr6401]

Sit down.

[@alanwren4898]

Haha

[@alanwren4898]

He is a drunk

[@josemejia8810]

I understand his fight. The city is fighting to fill their purses and oppress his people. He is fighting to better his community. Respect to you for single handedly fighting the demons my Brother.

[@johnny-hw6dm]

Mays getting the fame and they hating on him smh FREEMAYS

[@Huckleberry893]

We stand with Eric!!!!

[@anthonymuex8387]

You can have knowledge and understanding as Mr Mays, however, you have to portray it in the right way. You can't talk down to council members, calling them names (handkerchief head negro, nasty,etc) , yelling, not letting people finish talking, but not wanting people to interrupt you, etc.I had more respect for him in the beginning, however,if he won't control himself, get him out, and keep him out.

[@mmerriweather1]

Donald Trump has done worse….

[@sdoola80]

I agree, but they antagonize him and talk sideways to him from the gate.

[@makepeaceu]

The sentence maybe legal but not lawful. What is the council trying to accomplish? The are always on social media fighting amongst themselves. Unfortunately this is American politics. These are coveted positions. Most don’t know the law or the legal system. But the are running things.

[@lisaleonzis5303]

“Love MAYS”!!🥊🥊🥊

[@eljjtp]

Yall need to run this man for us senator or at least congressman. This is the greatest thing out of Michigan. That handkerchief head people they have there hating. Hahah😂

[@tracywebb1061]

😭.he knew his Right 👍▶️

[@timcarr6401]

The word you are unable to spell is 'he's.'

[@Investinyourselfdarling]

Now they are trying to break him.Good luck Gods got the wheel.

[@dreadams3207]

Can we all collectively write Eric Mays as our vote for President? He real and legit fights for the ppl.

[@sylviaruth5008]

I think I’m going to call him today. I hope I can get through to him.

[@sylviaruth5008]

This makes me sad 🙏🏾. I really do like Mr. Mays.

[@dreadams3207]

@@sylviaruth5008 what makes you sad about what I said?

[@claykingmuzik]

Elderly council taking a class on working together.. now that's funny lol

[@DUHORIGINAL007]

YeA!!! They ready to get rid of all us do gooders

[@dustinwhite7117]

Eric Mays 2024 ❤✊🏾

[@jacquinwimbish5103]

Eric Mays for president!!!

[@alanwren4898]

He is a drunk and pawned city property

[@kaykreatesbeautyartist]

If Malcom X had lived might look like this 🧐

[@jimcatanzaro7808]

This man needs a podcast he is a National treasure

[@deaconjonez8618]

Mays in that mutha fuckin clowning…. This my dog!!!

[@ashaeducation3402]

Free Eric Mays

[@cmarie6157]

I’m not surprised

[@sharitasharp8928]

I have a great deal of respect for Eric Mays

[@michaelwoods3850]

Don't clean the water

[@jaimebritton9273]

Flint needs this man on the council to cut through these self serving council members

[@anthonymuex8387]

People have to not get caught up in the attention that Mr Mays brings through social media,he is also a distraction!

[@emmiesblessed8800]

Sue t/f out of them

[@3rdcoastdoll]

I stand with Eric Mays!

[@te4bag_k1ngp1n]

Baby girl reporting. 🤤

[@GlamBammers]

Tonya Burns ....couldn't you pull your colleague aside and discuss things

[@Tiviab]

He’s innocent

[@quentinkendrickk8984]

E mays come to Atlanta Man U what congress needs a no bs prson

[@draenation265]

Alexis looking mighty scrumptious. 👀

[@willajackson8170]

This is purely evil. Some people can't take the heat of a Black man speaking up.

[@JohnSmith-rq8hw]

🤣🤣🤣

[@A1Googler]

America is phucked

[@canisdeumnox4925]

Is Obama gonna drink more FLINT water?

[@SH-bt5it]

SMH sad

[@Reader1984]

I Stand With Mays.