File #: 250241    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Special Action Status: Passed
File created: 3/11/2025 In control: Council
On agenda: 3/20/2025 Final action: 3/20/2025
Title: Sponsor: Councilmember Melissa Robinson RESOLUTION - Recognizing and honoring Dr. Diana E. Clemons during Women's History Month.
Sponsors: Melissa Robinson, Andrea Bough, Ryana Parks-Shaw, Johnathan Duncan, Crispin Rea, Quinton Lucas, Eric Bunch
Attachments: 1. Authenticated Resolution 250241
RESOLUTION NO. 250241

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Sponsor: Councilmember Melissa Robinson

RESOLUTION - Recognizing and honoring Dr. Diana E. Clemons during Women's History Month.

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WHEREAS, Dr. Diana E. Clemons, known as the "Vision Motivator," has dedicated over four decades to entrepreneurial ventures, founding Diana's Elegant Catering and currently leading Diana E. Clemons & Business Associates, LLC to support business growth and organizational development; and

WHEREAS, since 1999, Dr. Clemons, along with Njeri Shomari, LMSW, dedicated staff, and volunteers, has provided youth development and family services across multiple states, impacting nearly 400,000 youth, parents, and adults through schools, community, and faith-based organizations; and

WHEREAS, under her visionary guidance, the Future Leaders Outreach Network (FLON) equips young people, parents, and adults with workforce development skills-including job readiness, career exploration, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership training-through innovative technology and mentorship initiatives; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Clemons' dedication to community service and her role as an ordained minister have established her as a guiding force, inspiring others to pursue their dreams in Kansas City; and

WHEREAS, her numerous accolades reflect her tireless efforts to uplift and empower others, embodying the spirit of leadership and community engagement; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Clemons' commitment to excellence has set a standard for business leadership while fostering economic empowerment and healthy choices among families in the Caring Adults Network (CAN) and strengthening the foundation for future generations; NOW, THEREFORE,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:

That the Mayor and Council do hereby recognize and honor Dr. Diana E. Clemons during Women's History Month; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resoluti...

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