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File #: RS2026-1762   
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 1/13/2026 In control: Metropolitan Council
On agenda: 1/20/2026 Final action: 1/22/2026
Title: A resolution honoring the service of Mina Johnson, the outgoing President of Sister Cities of Nashville.
Sponsors: Burkley Allen, Terry Vo, Zulfat Suara, Russ Bradford, Jacob Kupin, Kyonzte Toombs, Brenda Gadd, Quin Evans-Segall, Sheri Weiner, Bob Nash, Jeff Gregg, Sandy Ewing, Joy Styles, Tonya Hancock, Clay Capp, Erin Evans, John Rutherford, Thom Druffel, Jason Spain, David Benton, Tom Cash, Olivia Hill, Jennifer Gamble, Joy Smith Kimbrough, Antoinette Lee, Deonte Harrell, Tasha Ellis, Delishia Porterfield, Emily Benedict, Mike Cortese, Jeff Eslick, Sean Parker, Brandon Taylor, Jennifer Webb, Ginny Welsch
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A resolution honoring the service of Mina Johnson, the outgoing President of Sister Cities of Nashville.

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WHEREAS, Sister Cities of Nashville is guided by its mission that Sister Cities of Nashville connects the people of Nashville to people of the world, promoting peace through mutual respect, understanding and cooperation - one person, one community at a time; and
WHEREAS, Mina Johnson has served with distinction as President of Sister Cities of Nashville from January 2023 to January 2026, providing thoughtful, inclusive, and visionary leadership throughout her tenure; and
WHEREAS, Mina Johnson has consistently recognized the vital role that cities play in international exchange, understanding that local communities are at the forefront of global diplomacy and that meaningful connections between people strengthen peace and cooperation worldwide; and
WHEREAS, she has been a steadfast advocate for Nashville and Davidson County's involvement in international engagement, working to ensure the city remains a welcoming place where anyone, from anywhere, can find a sense of belonging and home; and
WHEREAS, Mina Johnson championed grassroots diplomacy by expanding access to international experiences, demonstrating exceptional dedication to student scholarship programming by reaching out to neighborhoods, schools, and families traditionally unable to access or participate in international travel; and
WHEREAS, through her leadership, Sister Cities of Nashville advanced equity and inclusion by removing barriers to participation and opening pathways for students and families to experience the transformative power of cultural exchange; and
WHEREAS, Mina Johnson ensured that all ten Sister City partnerships were represented, supported, and promoted throughout the Nashville community, offering citizens opportunities to engage in a diverse array of cultural programming, educational experiences, and moments of learning and enlightenment; and
WHEREAS, her leadership ...

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