Backup Documents 10/24/2017 Item # 4B 4 6
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, Collier County's first responders do not hesitate to risk their own lives to save the
lives of others; their commitment to continued training, skill enhancement, and
inter-agency coordination make them vital members of this community; and,
WHEREAS, First responders are our first and best defense against all emergencies that
threaten our communities; and,
WHEREAS, First responders are ready to aid the people of Collier County 24 hours a day,
seven days a week; and,
WHEREAS, The members of first responder organizations undergo significant education,
training, and personal sacrifices to achieve the expertise required to respond to
emergency situations; and,
WHEREAS, Individuals, both career and volunteer, from 9-1-1 dispatchers, law enforcement,
fire, emergency medical services, search and rescue, dive, and other organizations
in the public safety sector, come together as first responders to protect and aid
the public in the event of an emergency; and,
WHEREAS, Acts of kindness and appreciation from citizens for our first responders provide
them encouragement and support to continue the dangerous and uncertain situations
they face every day.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County,
Florida, that October 28, 2017 be designated as
NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY
IN COLLIER COUNTY
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 24th Day of October, 2017.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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