City of Houston leaders stand with Rep. Bennie Cook at the Missouri Capitol in Jefferson City. From left, Cook, Alderman Don Romines, Alderwoman Sheila Walker, City Administrator Lloyd Wells, Alderman Fred Stottlemyre, City Clerk Barbara Rodgers and Alderwoman Chelsye Scantlin.

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Doug Davison is a writer, photographer and newsroom assistant for the Houston Herald. Contact him by phone at 417-967-2000 or by email at ddavison@houstonherald.com.