Cincinnati City Council used part of its agenda to honor community leaders and organizations during a series of resolutions and presentations.

The council recognized Paula Boggs Muthing as a 2025 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month honoree; Paula Boggs Muthing, who previously served as city manager and city solicitor, accepted remarks in the chamber. Council members praised her leadership and mentorship. The council also honored Angela Chang as an AAPI honoree for her work as an attorney and public defender advocate for youth.

Council recognized the Lang Thang Group — represented by Bao Nguyen and Zui Nguyen — for contributions to Cincinnati's AANHPI community; Itzel Masto of Olive Tree Catering was recognized as a Small Business Month honoree. The Avondale Youth Council was commended for collecting over 77% of responses to a resilience hub needs assessment (339 of 439 survey responses) and for surpassing its original goal; Office of Environment and Sustainability staff and community partners joined remarks. City Gospel Mission received a resolution recognizing its century of service and ongoing programs including the Government Square food distribution and recovery services.

Each resolution was presented by a council member, featured brief remarks by the honoree or representative, and was confirmed by roll call. The recognitions were ceremonial advancements recorded in the minutes and carry no direct budgetary or regulatory consequences beyond any previously established programs.