2017-1424 RESOLUTION NO. 2017-1424
A Resolution Recognizing the Week of May 21st, 2017 as "Emergency Medical Services
Week".
WHEREAS, Emergency Medical Services is a vital public service; and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving
care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery
rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS, the emergency medical technicians and paramedics are the first responders of
emergency medical services system; and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams engage in thousands of hours
of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving skills; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency
medical services providers in Janesville by designating Emergency Medical Services Week;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Janesville
on this 8th day of May 2017, that the week of May 21st to May 27th be observed as
"Emergency Medical Services Week", and call upon all Janesville citizens to especially honor
and show our appreciation for the City of Janesville Fire Department EMTs and Paramedics by
deed, remark and attitude.
ADOPTED: May 8, 2017 Motion by: Gruber
Second by: Jorgensen
APPROVED: Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
ConlFarrell X
Mark A. F,eitag, City Manager Gruber X
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Jorgensen
ATTES Marklein X
� Williams X
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Day d T. Godek, Cit Jerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Wald Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: City Administration
Prepared by: Janesville Fire Department