Council Mourns Former Councilwoman's Passing

Mar 17, 2023

Council wants to extend its deepest condolences to the family and friends of former Ward 6 Councilwoman Mamie Mitchell, who passed away today.

She humbly served the residents of Ward 6 for nine years before retiring.

"Ms. Mitchell was a dedicated public servant,” Council President Blaine A. Griffin said. “I had the honor of her recommending me to fill out the remainder of her Council term in 2017.

“I know that all of Ward 6 is grieving,” Council President Griffin continued. “Her impact in the ward is still being felt. She championed expansions of the Cleveland Clinic, the construction of a new Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s School of the Arts and was a strong backer of Opportunity Corridor.”

Mitchell was appointed in 2008 to replace former Councilwoman Pat Britt when she became the Clerk of City Council. Mitchell then was elected to full terms in 2009 and 2013. Prior to becoming a council member, she worked in community relations for BP America and also as an assistant attorney in the Cuyahoga County prosecutor's office.