LAUREL HILL – Former city councilman Johnny James will host a fried chicken dinner fundraiser 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
James stepped down from his council seat when it was discovered he lives outside of the city limits. Neighboring properties were annexed into Laurel Hill in the 1960s. Through a clerical error, James’ property and those of other neighbors were not included.
James is seeking annexation of his property into the city to qualify to regain his seat.
The fundraiser is to raise the approximately $2,000 needed for the annexation process, and will be held across State Road 85 from the 1905 Gallery near the city’s maintenance shop.
Plates include fried chicken, baked beans, potato salad and roll for $6 per plate.
This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Former Laurel Hill councilman hosts weekend annexation fundraiser