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Council honors President Pro Tem Victoria Parks as she leaves office
Summary
On her final day, President Pro Tem Victoria Parks received proclamations and standing recognition from council colleagues, county officials and city staff; speakers cited her work on equitable appointments, Building Futures and Juneteenth and praised her leadership and mentorship.
Cincinnati — Council members, county leaders and city officials honored President Pro Tem Victoria Parks on Dec. 10 in a ceremony recognizing her service to the city and region.
Commission President Denise Driehaus (Hamilton County) read a proclamation praising Parks’ long record of civic and military service. Vice Mayor Kearney and multiple council members highlighted Parks’ leadership on affordable housing, equitable appointment efforts, the Building Futures program and Juneteenth recognition.
Community leaders, veterans and staff — including Fire Chief Frank McKinley and Parks’ chief of staff Sonya Taylor — offered personal tributes. Parks received multiple proclamations and the council passed a resolution expressing appreciation; members described the moment as bittersweet and praised her mentorship and steady leadership.
The council recessed after the ceremonial remarks and closed its business agenda for the day.
