Honoring a Legacy
Founded by grandson Kyle McCree and his wife Camille of Grand Blanc, the fund, with support from major donors, erected a statue of Mayor McCree created by artist Joe Rundell. The statue stands proud in front of Flint City Hall.
“Our family is grateful for the partnership with the City of Flint, the Community Foundation, and generous donors who have made Floyd McCree’s legacy come to life.” — Kyle McCree, Grandson of Floyd J. McCree
Floyd J. McCree was sworn into office as Mayor of the City of Flint in 1966. Historic for its time, Mayor McCree was also the first Black mayor in Michigan. He was well-known for his leadership among United Auto Workers union members at the Buick foundry. McCree was elected to the Flint City Commission which later appointed him as mayor. He served in that capacity from 1966–1968.
Called “the People’s Mayor,” McCree fought for the adoption of a fair housing ordinance in Flint. Passed by a margin of only 43 votes, the ordinance allowed Blacks to purchase homes in white neighborhoods. The first of its kind, Flint’s new housing standards set an example for other American cities to follow.
“Our family is grateful for the partnership with the City of Flint, the Community Foundation, and generous donors who have made Floyd McCree’s legacy come to life,” said Kyle McCree. “The educational opportunities to come will create an encouraging narrative for residents in our community.”
