First Flint City Council meeting held since death of Eric Mays

Emotions were running high for Flint City Council members in the first council meeting since the death of 1st ward Councilman Eric Mays.

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[@nadinewebster5861]

They didn’t like him when he was alive, Flint!!! Do you all really think they care about him being gone? Rest Well, Sir🙏🏾❤️

[@sherriewilliams4167]

MR.MAYS YOUR OUT OF ORDER FOR THIS FOR LEAVING US WE WANTED YOU TO RUN FOR PRESIDENT 😢❤❤❤❤❤

[@AmberColeman-gq1wn]

Man… 😢😢😢😢😢

[@user-qj3bx5be4c]

Exactly

[@seagravesjackson625]

You got that EXACTLY RIGHT

[@BossNotes]

Oh well , I couldn’t imagine have this man as a president, one narcissist in the office is PLENTY enough !

[@Mrmarcus501]

Miss Williams you definitely right. I'm way in Arkansas but he my uncle lol. Imma claim him. He didn't care about titles or a person. He was fair and fought hard for justice

[@52jee]

So it's safe to say Mr. Mays wasn't the problem like they portrayed him to have been.

[@deedeemoore6096]

Exactly its been them all along

[@sandyirchirl4291]

Exactly

[@patrickfuller1327]

Exactly

[@szyig22]

Of course he wasn’t, God rest his soul 🥹❤️

[@Mr24915]

Eric Mays was the politician that we needed today. What’s going on right now as I speak to you if you have integrationist politicians who have the interest of neo conservatism and neoliberalism on their mind

[@dantejones5289]

They didn't like him because he knows their "BS"

[@DIYKINGDOMOFFICIAL]

𝒀𝒊𝒑

[@alisoncopeland8890]

I am so glad that people got together and showed RESPECT to a great MAN who did so much 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@TheloniousJackson]

What did he do??? I’m curious

[@anthonymoody3826]

Never watching those meetings again...Mays was why i watched

[@sethmarie]

A fighter for civil rights of people. My condolences to his family.

[@celestecruthird7842]

The Jealousy And Hate Was Real! A Bunch Of Snakes! Give That Man His Grace!😢

[@cupcake2009ist]

He did so much to help his community he did a lot of good they always tried to show him in a bad light but his light shined so bright.

[@noinfo213]

This is outright disrespectful! The city council meeting could've waited to resume after the funeral. This is just the start of Flint going down for the count, no one is going to fight for Flint the way Mr Mays did and it's showing already.

[@antoniohickman6074]

Let me ask you a question ?? With the ongoing dispute with the family currently, how long do you put city business on hold ?? Some ordinances are time sensitive and need to move forward to be activated.

[@goldloveme]

I am not Flint meeting they have disrespected this man on all levels may he continue to rest in heaven 😴😴😴🥺🥺🥺🫡🫡🫡🫡 I salute you councilman Eric Mays 🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@verda7856]

City affairs can't stop because one man died. It's not personal it's business. Did the Mayor give all city employees off cause Mr Mays died?

[@ronaldpreville1053]

His funeral plans are off this weekend

[@strothermartin5368]

They are glad he's gone. You know they are.

[@letitiamarshall8661]

You're right they're really glad they're never going to show it because it makes their political Ambitions look bad.

[@strothermartin5368]

@@letitiamarshall8661 👍

[@avishopkins8295]

THAT'S RIGHT

[@denisemoody3268]

May this Warrior for Justice,Rest in Paradise 🙏🏿💔🙏🏿🌹🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🦋🦋😢

[@ahumbleservant4truth]

I am contemplating on relocating to Flint. I will discuss this with my wife very soon because I am going to bring the teachings and energy of Bro. Councilman Eric Mays. The fire must continue to be ignited Flint City Council!

[@beatricemccray7815]

They should be investigated with his death being so questionable imo

[@kinggold9087]

Facts

[@LilliLamour]

I'm still speechless that he's gone.

[@avishopkins8295]

ME TO

[@vampry_in_br620]

Felt like they put a hit out or something on him. Died of natural causes I bet

[@kiky4881]

I'm paying attention to what the white lady said at the end... "We have to get the rest of them out the way"!!!!😮 TF?!!!!

[@dancingeyes8601]

I think the news manipulated her words and edited her. If you pay attention at the end she's the woman with the "in loving memory" t shirt with Mr. May's photo on the back.

[@sheilawallace41]

She was talking about the corrupt one's that are still on the council.

[@mseunice7729]

She's talking about Ladel Lewis, Quincy Murphy and Judy Priestley. There are recalls on Ladel and Quincy. Judy will be recalled next. There is an election to fill the 7th Ward seat in August. They plan to work hard to not let her win. stepped down, effective may 7th.

[@user-yh3pb8ho3v]

Yeah, she should had shut the hell up!

[@charlottemorrow]

She didn't mean it like that

[@MsUniqueSparkles]

😢😢😢RIP Mays. You have another *Point of Order* now

[@sknmwms6516]

Condolences 💔 for MR. ERIK MAYS TRUE WARRIOR! REST IN POWER!

[@mszaire5705]

Wont even be able to do a meeting because they all showed up for him. They didnt like him but he stood for the people.

[@szyig22]

We love you Mr.Mays ❤️🙏

[@racing5075]

I know they can hear his voice in their heads.

[@aplusisamusttv]

Seriously. A memorial at the council meeting? how repulsive and disrespectful. they could have saved all that for his funeral. Still doesn’t change the fact that MR. Mays will ALWAYS be the peoples choice all over America. And that that council is only popular because of him and the Northward!! he was the righteous superior of a council of corrupt miserable incompetents! Mr. Mays was murdered no doubt. They’ve been planning it for a while. He’s gone and his treacherous enemies STILL are “ignant” and “nasty.” touching Eric cursed these people and their “secret society” members. No eternal justice for them. Thank you Mr. Mays, the world has only begun to get to know you. So many are beginning to avenge you. We will always love and remember you. #aplusisamust !

[@derricklangford4725]

Point of Order 🙏🏾🕊️ 🫶🏾

[@jerryjohnson9568]

Quietly, and behind closed doors, the other council members are giving each other high fives! Now we'll see if it runs any better without the guy they blamed. Poor Eric!

[@percyanderson7306]

God don't like ugly!! Get it together y'all!! Enough is Enough!! All of Flint, especially the North side, needs help, togetherness, and most importantly love. We are better than what we're showing. Step up, step up, STAND UP FLINT!!

[@bridgetteyoung1930]

No respect 😢

[@valoriegordon7362]

Did she say...we need to remove the rest of them??????

[@TMBpk]

The rest of the 5 meaning Ladel Lewis, Quincy Murphy, Judy Priestley, Candace Mushatt and Eva Worthing. Those 5 supported the suspension of Eric Mays because he shed light on their corruption and stealing ARPA funds. Eric passed away during his suspension while these 5 were busy filling up their pockets. I hope each of them melt in the afterlife.

[@voncilehughes1545]

Exactly she wants the black members gone

[@MsLoloKnows]

She referring to the ones that didn’t like Eric Mays

[@goldloveme]

Which I called them the demon seeds 👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@jrich9465]

They didn't like Mr. Mays he was very outspoken Man. If he had been a Rudy-Poot Man that chair wouldn't be empty.

[@user-yh3pb8ho3v]

A true Indigenous Man, and Warrior! Respect for his' audicity!!!

[@sopheliabrown395]

Judy shut up😅😂🤣🤣

[@mayavenuemisfit814]

Whether you like Mr. Mays or not, he was truly an entertaining character and a man who deeply loved and never stopped loving his hometown of Flint when few others still did. May he rest in peace.

[@oatmeal5671]

RIP Mr Mays. I don't live in Flint but if I did I would be at every meeting just to see you work. Rest In Peace.. 😢

[@blessed1560]

Shit dont feel real

[@stevenwhite1617]

Life goes on , nothing stops ....Mr .Mays knew when he was living .. point of order 😢

[@willread8376]

A place like Detroit needs an outspoken councilman like Mr Mays. He's the peoples champ, we dont need their media, we have our own! Rip brother✊🏾

[@ladyj5682]

I hope the citizens do not let the criminal activity of the fab 5. I need to sned help to Bev with recalls. Please share her information safely again.

[@musizlovva1570]

R.I.P. Mr. Mays my Condolences to your family and love ones.

[@user-rv1ce3gf8o]

#LLEricMays😇😇😇😇😇😇 4EvaMyManzNNem💯💯✌️✌️💜💜🙏🙏😘😘💙💙

[@lindalewis8001]

Sorry for your loss OMG something is off what happened to him let us know we love him thanks for sharing blessings 🙏❤️

[@newera7443]

Preach Karen😪 Somebody wake us out this nightmare😫

[@ttown1395]

RIP Mr May's. You were an advocate for the residents of Flint and you are already missed.

[@rufusthompson2425]

Them same ppl is the one who took him out, he was too smart and intelligent and as a black man which scared them

[@blessedsenior1429]

They're simply displaying their ignorance

[@_R0N1N]

I just learned about Mr Mays and it is sad to hear of his passing. He is inspiring and funny and stood for what is right. I hope someone will champion his cause and fight for the side of truth and righteousness like he did.

[@candyb4595]

“We need to remove the rest of them.” Who is this and what other 5 is she referring to? 👀

[@user-yh3pb8ho3v]

Black Folk! So that Flint' City Council can become "all Europeans."

[@Iamgay3]

Keep in mind, what you say could get you look for another job

[@teleciarichardson9185]

U guys vote them out

[@mauricemartin2215]

People don't always realize the presence of an individual until they ascend....

[@mrtahoe]

Crying from Lake Tahoe California mourning the loss of a man who served his city with some character

[@misspat2944]

So was she involved with his death because it sounds like she just said that was her planned for the council members

[@zanettat1]

She was speaking of the need for an entirely new city council. People will have to vote when each of those seats are on the ballot.

[@TheRealOne509]

Rip Eric Mays. You will be missed and remembered ❤🙏

[@vonnydang]

*Damn Long Live My Guy Eric Mays!* 💔💯📿🥂✌🏾

[@SweetPPeaches]

SMH 💜🌹🦋

[@user-mh1cg4kf8f]

I cried at this. Eric Mays fought for the people...

[@rockystelone21]

I did too........from laughing

[@cindy5391]

That is truly sad. He was a young man for the most part. We needed more people that would speak up like him and put people in their place. The one lady at the end decided that she's glad that he's gone because she just wanted to get rid of the rest of them. Then she definitely wants to put in people that's more like her

[@geogreene949]

I'm just on the outside looking in.....

[@nicoleweaks274]

He was a out SPOKEN MAN!!! HE will be MISS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lavelleleek-bryant3560]

Well....who are the 'REST' of them ?... .. could they be the council members who were in agreement with Mr. Mays?

[@jacobbryant1877]

I was just watching him a few days ago

[@celestecruthird7842]

I Bet They Miss Him Now!😢

[@aidahwilliams5296]

May the city rise up and take a stand

[@Mankind-ik4ie]

Some of the council members are so famn hypocritical.

[@conqueringlion420]

Flints rightful ruler, Flints rightfull mayor, Flints rightful pastor by bloodright

[@charlottemorrow]

Seems more appropriate if the meeting was called after the funeral.

[@pencylolayahbless7480]

May They All Be Haunted RIPOWER King Mr Eric Mays, THEY ARE OUT OF ORDER CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY 🫂⚔️💪🏾🙏🏾🫂

[@traceylennon1204]

Just finding out he died wow!! Rest in Peace Councilman! 🙏🏾🕊

[@tanichay1998]

You can tell Mr.Mays is missing 😢... It definitely is not the same 😢

[@Benny237]

Rest in peace Legend

[@lalahmontana]

RIP Mr. Mays (Point Of Order) 🙏🏾💔😢 You will be missed 😢

[@34tcollins]

Point of order!!!!!! Rest in peace Mr. Mays!!!!

[@quentinjones4588]

She said they need to remove the rest of them out of office, remove the rest of the 5 council members…

[@jameswhitesr4385]

They better stop disrespecting him. He's more dangerous now then he was alive.

[@robinjones4876]

😮 VOTE THEM OUT!!!!!

[@jamesjudge7061]

RIP Eric Mays❤❤❤❤

[@toriblack3998]

Praying for FLINT! Michgan stand UP. 🙏🏾🤎💪🏾

[@lindamcghee6296]

Rest in Peace Sir😢😢

[@sheilaechols820]

Mr Mays your girl over here was truly a really good fan of yours and I love you dearly I don't care what nobody say I pray that your soul is resting well and I pray that his family get the peace and love and respect they deserve in Jesus name Amen ❤💙🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@angelaw9476]

So disrespectful but Ladell is still showing who she truly is and it's disgraceful. They don't need to prove to the world that their hatred of Mr Mays was real.

[@34tcollins]

Look at ol Quincy Murphy😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jessie6526]

His spirit was still in that meeting😢

[@gg3691]

This is a lesson to us all, at some point put differences aside and show respect for the deceased. If they didn't get it right with him, they are among the living and will have to live with the guilt. Councilman Mays publically said he want to make it to heaven. Therefore, he held no grudges. He said what he said and moved on. Yet, there are still people in this world who hold on to stuff and mess while the other person is in peace and have a peace of mind.

[@jg7557]

Rest in Love

[@jg7557]

RIP LEGEND

[@rhondathompson6265]

Well now the people have the chance to vote new members in . THIS SHOULD SHOW YOU THAT WE THE PEOPLE CAN MAKE A CHANGE. YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT!!!

[@babiijean11]

What a minute: "We need to remove the rest of em" Like 1 down, 5 to go? That was obviously a way to say I'm glad he's gone. How disrespectful that they focused so much on this man's skin color and animated ways but blatantly ignored the good he's done and the support he had from all of America. Just sad!

[@LifesGood-nu6rd]

Rip homie ❤️❤️

[@jthomas3189]

Sooo Mr. Mays actually was for the People and really NOT the problem uh huh👏 and "Judy shut up" and be voted out soon 👈 imo hehe

[@ronaldpreville1053]

What a joke

[@lonefoxproductions294]

RIP homie, u stood on business ❤

[@313jb8]

Can someone please tell me how he passiaway ??? He was a good dude that was very very passionate of his work....RiP...

[@skindiamonds]

❤❤❤

[@IamRemoWilliams]

May he rest in peace.

[@Monster404ftp]

That gal at the end is referring to the five council board members that Eric Mays was referring to and didn't like.

[@brandon9476]

RIP King. 💪🏾

[@HiPHOPx87]

Mays was calling out corruption. Point blank. Rest in Peace brother.

[@misstee9842]

His death is questionable ?

[@riverdalep]

Rest up Mr Mays all the way from dc

[@yvette4979]

I dint even know...RIP MR. MAYS

[@user-qj3bx5be4c]

Just like Mr.Mays used to say...THEY NASTY AND IGNORANT. They glad he gone so they can do their messed up stuff just like he used to say. He was not a joke and cared for the ppl. I pray his soul is resting and flint will get a better city council because with out him they might be up the creek without a paddle. One thing about Mr Mays is he knew his job to a Tee and wasnt about to let you walk all over him or the ppl of flint.

[@s.m7256]

Remove the rest of them, the rest of the five out of office. Who was originally removed, to have “the rest?”