Montoya's Mission

Last night, Montoya Ball gave Mayor Holder and the Board of Aldermen an update on the work she's been conducting to get the 5th Avenue Cemetery recognized by the National Archives. During Hurricane Camille (circa 1969) the headstones were either destroyed or displaced. Over the years, many people forgot that the area was a cemetery. For years, there was a playground located in that area. According to the information presented last night, it was discovered that a church, Dudley Chapel, was located in that area and the cemetery was behind the church. It was also noted that the former church was also used as a school. More information is needed to complete this process and Montoya is asking for help from anyone that could help her complete her mission. Alderman Gibson pledged to donate fencing for the area and said he would help in other areas, if needed. Montoya is planning on having a monument erected on the site, but she need help with identifying who's buried in that particular area.

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