RESOLUTION NO. 250678
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Sponsor: Councilmember Nathan Willett
RESOLUTION - Honoring Heather Frierson for her dedication and exemplary service to the City of Kansas City's Communications Department.
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WHEREAS, Heather Frierson began her service with the City of Kansas City on April 10, 2019, as a member of the City's Communications Department, bringing with her a wealth of experience and dedication; and
WHEREAS, Heather's career in communications began with KC Water, where she immediately demonstrated her commitment and expertise, leading to her transition in 2022 to oversee emergency communications for the City, as well as communications for the Housing and General Services Departments; and
WHEREAS, Heather has been instrumental in leading Kansas City through various emergencies by working directly with the Office of Emergency Management, providing emergency support, and developing processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness in emergency communications and operations; and
WHEREAS, Heather holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from Langston University, and her professional background includes a successful tenure as the Director of Communications for the U.S. House of Representatives from December 2015 to April 2019, along with 16 years as a TV News Reporter at Meredith Corp. KCTV 5 News; and
WHEREAS, Heather's leadership, mentorship, and ability to maintain composure under pressure have made her a trusted mentor to her colleagues, setting a high standard for public information officers across the City of Kansas City; and
WHEREAS, through her hard work and exemplary service, Heather has demonstrated exceptional communication skills, steadfast professionalism, and unwavering dedication to serving the residents of Kansas City; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council hereby extend their thanks and appreciation to Heather Frierson for her...
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