Godfrey/Alton Mayors Issue Joint Statement In Support Of Safety, Security Efforts At Alton High
ALTON/GODFREY - Alton Mayor David Goins and Godfrey Mayor Mike McCormick today issued a joint statement in light of the recent disturbances that occurred at Alton High School last week . The two mayors said this incident impacts their respective communities and they "stand together to offer our support during this difficult time." Godfrey Mayor McCormick made this statement: “The actions of kids last week have given our area a black eye. I did not attend Alton High, but they have adopted me, and I’m a Redbird fan. My heart goes out to the Sheriff’s Department, the teachers and support staff, the administration, and the vast majority of students not involved in these senseless fights. The Alton School Board has some tough decisions moving forward making Alton High a safe and secure place to send the children of our community. “On behalf of the Village of Godfrey, we are available if there is anything we can do to help. Our thoughts and prayers are with this