Richmond Neighborhood Coordinating Council to honor longtime community leaders

The Richmond Neighborhood Coordinating Council will honor three of the city’s longest-serving Neighborhood Council presidents during its Black History Month celebration on February 10 at 7 p.m. in the Richmond City Council Chamber at 440 Civic Center Plaza.

The event will recognize Joe Fisher of the Coronado Neighborhood Council, Myrtle Braxton of the Laurel Park Neighborhood Council, and Naomi Williams of the Pullman Neighborhood Council for decades of leadership and service in their communities.

Naomi Williams

Naomi Williams has been an active member of the RNCC since 2001, dedicating her time to advocating for Richmond residents. A proud resident since 1972, Williams was elected president of the Pullman Neighborhood Council in 1974 and continues to serve today. Her unwavering commitment to community engagement has helped foster stronger neighborhood connections and improved the quality of life for residents.

Myrtle Braxton 

Myrtle Braxton has been involved in neighborhood advocacy for decades, serving as an officer in the Laurel Park Neighborhood Council since 1987. Under her leadership, the council has successfully implemented major infrastructure and safety improvements, including the construction of a protective wall along Cutting Boulevard, fencing off Caltrans property to prevent trespassing, and restricting large truck traffic. Braxton also played a key role in advocating for street repairs and stop sign installations to enhance neighborhood safety.  

Joe Fisher 

Joe Fisher has spent decades uplifting the city’s neighborhoods. A longtime associate publisher of the Richmond Post, Fisher has used his platform to promote local organizations and individuals working toward community improvement. Born in Mississippi in 1943, he moved to Richmond in 1944 and has since been a fixture in the city’s civic and business landscape. 

The RNCC invites residents to join in celebrating the legacy and contributions of these leaders during Black History Month. The event will highlight their achievements and the lasting impact of their efforts on Richmond’s neighborhoods.

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