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File #: TMP -2019    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
File created: 3/19/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 4/8/2026 Final action: 3/25/2026
Title: City Council: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, Honoring Renee Neufville
Sponsors: LPW
Attachments: 1. Renee Neufville Women's History 2026

City Council:

 

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK

HONORING RENEE NEUFVILLE

Whereas,                     the City of Mount Vernon, New York, proudly comes together to honor Renee Neufville, an accomplished singer, songwriter, and performer, best known as one-half of the iconic R&B duo Zhané; and

Whereas,                      through her artistry, she helped shape and define the sound of 1990s R&B with timeless hits such as “Hey Mr. D.J.” and “Sending My Love,” reflecting musical excellence, style, and sophistication; and

Whereas,                      a classically trained musician, Ms. Neufville has also achieved distinction in the world of jazz, touring extensively with the acclaimed Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor and demonstrating remarkable versatility across genres; and

Whereas,                     she is widely recognized as a pioneer of the neo-soul and contemporary R&B movements of the 1990s and 2000s, and her contributions-both as a member of Zhané and as a solo artist-continue to inspire and influence today’s generation of performers and producers; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT

RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Mount Vernon hereby honors Renee Neufville during Women’s History Month in recognition of her outstanding contributions to music, culture, and the arts; and BE IT FURTHER

RESOLVED, that this recognition is presented at the Social Butterfly event in celebration of her enduring legacy and continued influence.