Johnnie Chambers Sankey sworn in to Montgomery City Council

Johnnie Chambers Sankey was sworn in as the District 3 representative on Montgomery City Council, Tuesday, October 20, 2026 – Photo: City of Montgomery

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – Johnnie Chambers Sankey has been sworn in to Montgomery City Council as the representative for District 3.

Montgomery County Probate Judge J.C. Love III administered the oath of office during the city council’s regularly scheduled meeting today.

Sankey was elected in the October 13 special runoff, defeating Gregory Crawford. She fills the seat previously held by Marche Johnson.

A Montgomery native and graduate of Alabama State University, Sankey brings decades of experience in business ownership, healthcare and real estate to her new role. Her professional background includes operating childcare and healthcare businesses, as well as working in the real estate industry.

Following the swearing-in ceremony, Sankey expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and emphasized her commitment to working collaboratively with her fellow council members.

“I am looking forward to the work that we have ahead of us, and I mean when I say we, that means we collectively,” Sankey said. “I’m looking forward to working with the council to make our City of Dreams the very best it can be.”

Sankey also thanked Mayor Steven L. Reed, members of the City Council and city staff for their support as she begins her service.

“I’m willing to work hard. I’m willing to learn, and I’m ready to serve the people of District 3 and the City of Montgomery,” she said.

With her swearing-in, Sankey joins the nine-member Montgomery City Council, which serves as the City’s legislative body. Council members are responsible for considering ordinances, approving municipal budgets and addressing matters related to public services, infrastructure and neighborhood development.

— Information from the City of Montgomery