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WHEREAS, fighting fires is one of the most hazardous professions, requiring physical strength, stamina, extensive training, courage, and self-concern for the welfare of our citizens; and,
WHEREAS, in addition to their daily service to communities Fire Fighters throughout the state and across the nation have joined the Muscular Dystrophy Association for over 53 years in the fight against neuromuscular disease; and,
WHEREAS, City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters collected a record breaking $73,000 throughout the community with their 2006 "Fill the Boot" campaign for MDA; and,
WHEREAS, the Muscular Dystrophy Association is extremely grateful to the City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters for their support and dedication; and,
WHEREAS, the funds collected by the City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters assist MDA in providing medical services at local clinics, summer camp, research grants, support groups, and public education seminars at no cost to local children and families; and,
WHEREAS, in honor of the efforts of the City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters, the Muscular Dystrophy Association is sponsoring City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters Appreciation Month; and,
WHEREAS, it is appropriate for all City of Pittsburgh citizens to join the Muscular Dystrophy Association in this tribute to our Fire Fighters.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters for their efforts on behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare the month of August 2007 to be "City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighter Appreciation Month" in the City of Pittsburgh.