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Jerri Green

Person

Past 12 months

Active meetings

3

snooknuk

4 min

cheri moon

4 min

lasimba gray

2 min

yes

7

Speaking turns

• Memphis City Council: April 28, 2026 33:05

  Thank you. I am truly honored to stand here with Chief Sweat and to present her this honor. I apologize for it being delayed by weather and my illness and all kinds of things, but um you truly are a servant to this city and do this recognition. The resolution reads, "Whereas Chief Gina Sweat has dedicated more than three decades of exemplary service to the city of Memphis through her distinguished career with the Memphis Fire Department. And whereas Chief Gina Sweat began her service on May 26th, 1992, and rose through the ranks of driver, lieutenant, battalion chief, division chief, and deputy chief through demonstrated professionalism, leadership, and commitment to public safety. And whereas in 2014, Gina Sweat was appointed as the city of Memphis' first-ever female fire director. And in 2016 became the city's first female fire chief breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women in public safety. And whereas during her tenure as fire chief, the Memphis Fire Department achieved significant operational advancements including improving the Insurance Services Office Public Protection Class 2 classification from a Class 2 to the highest possible Class 1 rating. And whereas under Chief Sweat's leadership, the department implemented innovative programs such as the Healthcare Navigator Program, expanded youth and workforce recruitment initiatives, and strengthened community-focused emergency response efforts. And whereas Chief Gina Sweat led transformative infrastructure and safety investments including major facility renovations, new fire stations, enhanced firefighter health and wellness initiatives, and modernized emergency response equipment. And whereas during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Memphis Fire Department served as the lead agency for vaccinations in Shelby County in 2021 facilitating the delivery of more than 1 million vaccine doses to protect the health and safety of the community. And whereas Gina Sweat retired on October 28th, 2025 concluding a historic 33-year career marked by service, innovation, integrity, and lasting contributions to the city of Memphis and its residents. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Memphis City Council honors and commends Chief Gina Gina Sweat for her outstanding service, historic leadership, and lasting contributions to the Memphis Fire Department and to the citizens of Memphis. Thank you, Chief Sweat. Thank you for your service. We'll let you speak. Uh City Council,

Mentions

• Memphis City Council: January 13, 2026 13:06
• Memphis City Council: April 28, 2026 0:29

  Calling meeting to order, prayer (by Dr. Lasimba Gray), pledge of allegiance, roll call.

• Memphis City Council: April 28, 2026 2:32

  Item number 18 (in the agenda: https://memphis.granicus.com/DocumentViewer.php?file=memphis_ffedd4fb89d6d15a63aa3913bd71ea3f.pdf&view=1 ) is addressed as an add-on agenda item. It is a video presentation recognizing the impact of the Memphis Legal Community. All Council Districts. Requested by Canale and White.

• Memphis City Council: April 28, 2026 33:05

  Item #2: a resolution recognizing and honoring Gina Sweat for her service to the Memphis Fire Department and the city of Memphis.

• Memphis City Council: May 12, 2026 11:33

  roll call, adoption of the April 28th, 2026 meeting minutes

• Memphis City Council: July 7, 2026 18:39

  An honor for Grammy nominated children's music artist Snooknuk (Cheri Moon)

• Memphis City Council: July 7, 2026 22:41

  An honor for Grammy nominated children's music artist Snooknuk (Cheri Moon)

Roll Call

Present: 6 · Absent: 1

• Memphis City Council: January 13, 2026 13:06

  Present

• Memphis City Council: March 24, 2026 23:32

  Absent

• Special Meeting: Memphis City Council: April 21, 2026 12:05

  Present

• Memphis City Council: April 28, 2026 0:29

  Present

• Memphis City Council: May 12, 2026 11:33

  Present

• Memphis City Council: July 7, 2026 14:38

  Present

• Memphis City Council Meeting: October 8, 2026 8:24

  Present

Votes