Women’s History Month Honorees Celebrated During Tuesday’s Council Meeting
In recognition of Women’s History Month, yesterday (Tuesday, March 4) the Common Council held a special program at the beginning of its regular meeting to honor six women leaders in the Common Council Chamber at City Hall. The special program was be led by Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, and Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore.
The program included heartfelt remarks from the female members of the Common Council and special recognition of each of the women leaders, with each honoree personally selected by their sponsoring alderwoman. The honorees were Viola Rembert, Christa Marlowe, Holly McCoy, Sakuri Fears, Shateria Wiley, and Aretha Johnson.
“Women across our community are breaking barriers and lifting others in countless ways. By celebrating their achievements, we acknowledge their powerful influence,” the Alderwomen said. “We urge you to share your appreciation with the women around you, as what may seem like a small act can truly inspire and uplift.”
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