2022-2052 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-2052
A resolution recognizing and supporting the efforts of Janesville Firefighters and Paramedics
during Fire Prevention Week, October 9 - 15, 2022.
WHEREAS, the City of Janesville is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all those living and visiting
in Janesville; and
WHEREAS, fire is a serious public safety concern, fire deaths in the United States have increased by more than
20 percent, and dollar loss has increased by more than 90 percent in the past decade; and
WHEREAS, making a home fire escape plan and practicing that plan can prevent injuries and deaths caused by
home fires; and
WHEREAS, City of Janesville Firefighters and Paramedics are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of fires and
fire injuries through prevention and public education; and
WHEREAS, the 2022 Fire Prevention Week theme, "Fire Won't Wait. Plan Your Escape," effectively reinforces
the critical importance of developing a home escape plan with all members of the household and practicing it
regularly; and
WHEREAS, this October represents the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, the nation's longest-running
public health observance on record.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Janesville that October 9
- 15, 2022 is to be observed as Fire Prevention Week; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL of the City of Janesville that all Janesville citizens
are called upon to learn the sounds of fire safety and to support the public safety efforts of Janesville Firefighters
and Paramedics who work to protect their fellow citizens and community.
ADOPTED: October 10, 2022 Motion by: Marshick
Second by: Marklein
APPROVED: Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Benson X
Burdick X
Mark A. Fr itag, City Manager Jackson X
Marklein X
Marshick X
ATTEST: Miller X
Williams X
Lorena Rae Stottler, City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Wald Klimczyk, City Attorney
Proposed by: Fire Department
Prepared by: Fire Department