Fayetteville Will Unveil Signage Honoring Lioneld Jordan
A dedication ceremony for the municipal annex named after the former mayor will take place on October 13, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Civic
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Fayetteville is set to host an unveiling ceremony for lettering honoring former Mayor Lioneld Jordan at the municipal annex on October 13, 2026. The event marks the formal recognition of the building’s namesake following a unanimous City Council vote earlier this year.
Why it matters
The naming honors Jordan for his two decades of local government service and the city's progress during his leadership. The resolution to rename the building was sponsored by Council Member D'Andre Jones and received support from the Delta Omicron Omega chapter of Iota Phi Theta.
The City Council approved the naming in a 7-0 vote held in February 2026. The facility, which underwent renovations funded by the 2019 city bond referendum, houses municipal departments including parks and human resources.
The players
Lioneld Jordan
He served as the mayor of Fayetteville from 2009 through 2024 and was a member of the City Council from 2001 to 2008.
D'Andre Jones
He is a Fayetteville City Council Member who sponsored the legislative resolution to rename the municipal annex.
Stephen Carr
He was a Fayetteville police officer who was fatally shot in 2019, and a memorial in his honor is located at the municipal annex site.
The details
The ceremony begins at 3 p.m. at the building located at 100 W. Rock St. The property also features a memorial dedicated to officer Stephen Carr, who was fatally shot in December 2019.
Timeline
October 13, 2026: The unveiling ceremony is scheduled to take place at 3 p.m.
Industry Dynamics
The naming of the annex reflects a broader trend of local governments memorializing long-serving public officials on infrastructure projects. This event highlights the completion of a renovation project supported by the 2019 city bond referendum.
Residents can attend the dedication at 3 p.m. to observe the formal unveiling of the lettering. The facility remains the primary hub for local residents accessing parks, human resources, GIS, and housing and community services.
The takeaway
Naming city infrastructure after public servants is a common method for recognizing long-term civic contributions. Residents visiting the annex for municipal services can now see the memorial for Officer Stephen Carr alongside the building's new designation.
Further reading
For more information on local government happenings, visit the Fayetteville Civic section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fayetteville Flyer.
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