City of Pittsburgh - File #: 2011-1709

• File #: 2011-1709
• Version: 1
• Type: Proclamation
• Status: Adopted
• File created: 5/10/2011
• In control: City Council
• Final action: 5/10/2011
• Title: BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh declares May 15 through 21 as “Emergency Medical Services Week” in the City of Pittsburgh.
• Sponsors: Theresa Kail-Smith
• Indexes: PROCLAMATION - MRS. KAIL-SMITH

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result
5/10/2011	1	City Council	Adopted	Pass

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WHEREAS, the members of the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services devote their careers to saving the lives of others; and

WHEREAS, Emergency Medical Teams consist of highly trained Paramedics, First Responders, Telecommunications Officers, Physicians and Nurses whose knowledge and skills benefit

the people of Pittsburgh on a daily basis; and,  

WHEREAS, the Fraternal Association of Professional Paramedics promotes the improvement of pre-hospital medical care through practice, research and community service; and

WHEREAS, this being the 36^th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Paramedics in making tomorrows happen for our residents; and

WHEREAS, the national theme for this year is "EMS: Everyday Heroes"; and,  

WHEREAS, the designation of Emergency Medical Services Week will serve to educate the people of Pittsburgh regarding Emergency Medical services; and,

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize and commend the good work of the Emergency Medical Teams; and

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh declares May 15 through 21 as "Emergency Medical Services Week"  in the City of Pittsburgh.