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Missouri City’s Anthony J. Snipes Elected National President and Board Chair of National Forum for Black Public Administrators

HOUSTON FORWARD TIMES — More exciting news continues to come out of Missouri City, Texas, as their City Manager, Anthony J. Snipes, was recently elected as National President and Board Chair of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA). Snipes was appointed president and board chair on April 6 at the NFBPA’s national conference in Orlando, FL, where NFBPA leaders recognized him for his exemplary municipal leadership, national professional networks and ongoing commitment to public service.

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May 2, 2019

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By Forward Times Staff

More exciting news continues to come out of Missouri City, Texas, as their City Manager, Anthony J. Snipes, was recently elected as National President and Board Chair of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA).

Snipes was appointed president and board chair on April 6 at the NFBPA’s national conference in Orlando, FL, where NFBPA leaders recognized him for his exemplary municipal leadership, national professional networks and ongoing commitment to public service.

In his acceptance speech, Snipes expressed heartfelt thanks to his parents, his family and to NFBPA for their unwavering support over the years and for their continued encouragement.

“I have always realized that public service touches the day-to-day lives of people,” said Snipes. “This new opportunity as National President will allow me to have a national voice on relevant public policy issues and also allow me to bring back to my own community new ideas, innovation and creativity from beyond our boundaries.

NFBPA is an independent, nonpartisan, 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization founded in 1983 and is dedicated to the development and advancement of Black public leadership in local and state governments. The organization has over 2,500 members that are leaders and managers of public programs and agencies representing more than 350 jurisdictions nationwide.

In a salute to Snipes’ leadership, NFBPA Executive Director Marcia Conner said he “has earned many achievements and accolades during his more than 20-year career, including the long-standing contributions to NFBPA, as well as, his progressive and innovative work in Dayton, Ohio, Fort Worth, Texas, Austin, Texas, and most recently the City of Missouri City. We are pleased for his continued service to the board, welcome him as our National President and look forward to his guidance as we continue to grow our organization.”

As national president, Snipes will be responsible for guiding a 26-member board of directors representing city, county, and state governments and nonprofit organizations. Snipes has been able to utilize his experience of more than 20 years, to help steer a steady course of success in Missouri City, forging myriad partnerships and firmly building on the legacy of leadership that has established Missouri City as a community that is fiscally sound, safe and scenic.

Snipes is a veteran municipal administrator who has earned numerous accolades for inspiring his teams with clarity of purpose and leading them toward a shared view of collective goals. Snipes took on the mantle as City Manager in 2015, after being unanimously appointed by the Missouri City Council to become the municipality’s seventh Chief Administrative Officer and first African American to the position. Snipes oversees about 354 full-time employees and a combined annual budget of more than $139.6 million.

Snipes has managed the creation of Missouri City’s first 501(c) (3), the Missouri City Parks Foundation. He also launched the design of an expanded City Hall complex to feature a veteran’s memorial and other specialized landmarks, managed the completion of the City’s largest debt refunding by eliminating nearly $79.7 million of debt and helped navigate the city through many major issues.

Before joining Missouri City, Snipes was a municipal executive in different capacities for the cities of Dayton, Ohio; Fort Worth, Texas and Austin, Texas. In all three cities, Snipes implemented proactive programs and led initiatives that set a standard for excellence.

In addition to being NFBPA President and Board Chair, Snipes also serves as a board member for the Institute for Building Technology and Safety, Secretary/Treasurer of the Texas City/County Management Association—Region 6 Board, a Board Member of the Missouri City Parks Foundation, and a Board Member of Mercer University’s College of Liberal Arts Alumni Board of Directors.

To learn more about Mr. Snipes’ role as Missouri City’s Chief Executive Officer, read his professional bio via this City website link: http://bit.ly/2KWKbcT.

This article originally appeared in the Houston Forward Times.

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Oakland Post: Week of July 1 – 7, 2026

The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of July 1 – 7, 2026

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Prescott Circus Theatre Presents Free Summer Performance Series

Now in its 41st year, the Prescott Circus Theatre is a nationally recognized performing arts education program for Oakland youth. The circus offers safe environments that challenge Oakland youth, through circus arts training, to develop the skills and confidence to thrive on stage, in school, and in life.

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The Prescott Circus, Oakland’s longest-running youth circus, is returning this summer with its free shows. Join the Prescott Circus’s young stars as they share their joys and talents through stilt-dancing, tumbling, juggling, and more.

At the heart of this one-hour show, which demonstrates teamwork, pride, and joy, are Oakland Unified School District students ages 8 – 17 from more than 10 different schools

This is accomplished through no-cost school and community programs for more than 300 Oakland youth each year. Performing company members from Prescott, where the program began, perform and make appearances at as many as 40 Bay Area events each year.

The summer program is funded in part by Oakland Fund for Children and Youth, California Arts Council, Port of Oakland, and the West Davis & Bergard Foundation.

Performances will be held Tuesday, July 14, 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (ASL interpreted) and Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m., at the Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts, 1428 Alice St., Oakland. For free reservations go to

https://PrescottCircusSummerShows.eventbrite.com

For group reservations for camps, childcare centers, senior centers, go to www.prescottcircus.org

A community show will be held Saturday, July 18, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at DeFremery Park,1651 Adeline St., Oakland.

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NPRC Joins National Grand Jury Proceedings Seeking Accountability, Constitutional Restoration

Organizers state that testimony will explore historical and political developments that they believe have contributed to the expansion of corporate influence over public institutions and governmental decision-making. Participants are expected to discuss concerns regarding constitutional governance, individual liberties, property rights, and the protection of vulnerable populations, including seniors and persons with disabilities.

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The National Probate Reform Coalition (NPRC) has joined Toll and Roll and a growing coalition of advocacy organizations, victims, whistleblowers, and citizen groups in support of a nationally broadcast People’s Grand Jury proceeding scheduled for July 1 and July 7.

Organizers describe the event as a public forum designed to examine allegations of government abuse, judicial misconduct, legislative failures, and the erosion of constitutional protections affecting millions of Americans.

The proceedings will feature testimony from victims, families, advocates, and organizations from across the country who contend they have experienced harm through government actions, institutional neglect, and failures of oversight.

According to organizers, the People’s Grand Jury will focus on concerns involving probate courts, guardianships, conservatorships, child welfare systems, property rights, civil liberties, and what participants view as a growing disconnect between government institutions and the constitutional rights of the people they are sworn to serve.

NPRC is participating because many of the issues being examined mirror the concerns raised by advocates, victims, and families who have participated in its monthly town halls. For years, families have reported cases involving exploitation of elders, questionable guardianships, estate depletion, denial of due process, and a lack of meaningful oversight within probate court systems.

“This proceeding gives victims and advocates an opportunity to place their experiences on the public record,” said Tanya Dennis, lead facilitator of NPRC. “For too long, families have struggled to have their voices heard regarding elder abuse, probate exploitation, and government inaction. This forum allows those stories to be shared before a national audience.”

In keeping with principles of transparency and fairness, invitations have been extended to legislators, members of the judiciary, law enforcement representatives, and other public officials who may wish to respond to concerns raised during the proceedings or defend actions taken by their respective institutions.

One of the primary outcomes sought by organizers is public consideration and support for the People’s Remedy and Restoration Act, a proposed legislative framework that advocates believe would strengthen oversight, increase accountability, provide remedies for victims of governmental abuse, and restore constitutional protections.

The proceedings are expected to be broadcast nationally, providing citizens throughout the United States an opportunity to observe testimony, review evidence presented, and participate in an ongoing conversation regarding government accountability and the protection of individual rights.

Advocates hope the hearings will encourage meaningful dialogue, legislative reform, and renewed public engagement in the democratic process.

Individuals, organizations, public officials, and members of the media interested in attending or obtaining access information may contact the organizers at tollandroll2025@gmail.com.

As Americans continue to debate the future of constitutional governance, judicial accountability, and the protection of vulnerable citizens, the July proceedings are expected to serve as a significant forum for public testimony and civic engagement. For more information, go to https://tollandroll.com