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File #: 250656    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Special Action Status: Passed
File created: 8/11/2025 In control: Council
On agenda: 8/14/2025 Final action: 8/14/2025
Title: Sponsor: Councilmember Kevin O'Neill RESOLUTION - Recognizing the First Anniversary of the Forever Smiles Foundation and honoring Dr. Robert Weiss and Dr. Patrick Christopher.
Sponsors: Kevin O'Neill, Andrea Bough, Melissa Robinson, Ryana Parks-Shaw, Eric Bunch, Nathan Willett, Lindsay French, Johnathan Duncan, Crispin Rea
RESOLUTION NO. 250656

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Sponsor: Councilmember Kevin O'Neill

RESOLUTION - Recognizing the First Anniversary of the Forever Smiles Foundation and honoring Dr. Robert Weiss and Dr. Patrick Christopher.

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WHEREAS, one year ago, two dedicated physicians, Dr. Robert Weiss and Dr. Patrick Christopher, transformed their passion for helping others into a thriving mission through the creation of the Forever Smiles Foundation; and

WHEREAS, the Forever Smiles Foundation is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive cleft and craniofacial care to children and families in need, both in the Kansas City region and around the world; and

WHEREAS, with expertise in cleft lip and palate repair, cranial reconstruction, and facial trauma, Dr. Weiss and Dr. Christopher deliver life-changing surgical interventions to patients who might otherwise go without such care due to financial hardship or geographic barriers; and

WHEREAS, the Foundation not only funds these critical procedures, but also offers education, support, and long-term resources to empower patients and families throughout their medical journey; and

WHEREAS, driven by compassion and an unwavering commitment to service, Dr. Weiss and Dr. Christopher donate their time and skills both locally and abroad, leading multiple international mission trips each year to Africa; and

WHEREAS, their efforts have brought hope and healing to hundreds of children, restoring smiles, building brighter futures, and demonstrating the transformative power of medical care and human kindness; and

WHEREAS, the Forever Smiles Foundation continues to expand its impact through collaboration, education, and advocacy, ensuring that quality care is accessible to all, regardless of circumstance; NOW, THEREFORE,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

That the Mayor and Council hereby recognize and commend the Forever Smiles Foundation on its first anniversary and...

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