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Presented by Mr. Shields
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WHEREAS, The Children's Institute, located in Squirrel Hill, has been dedicated to promoting the well-being of children, young people and their families and to providing services that meet their special needs for over 100 years; and,
WHEREAS, The Children's Institute provides all levels of care including inpatient, outpatient, and consultation for children of all of ages with varying diagnosis; and,
WHEREAS, the vision of the Children's Institute is to become the center of excellence in this region and in the nation. The hallmark of the institute's legacy will continue to be an unwavering commitment to the children with special needs and their families; and,
WHEREAS, this year is the beginning of the Annual Holiday Fundraising Drive that has been spear headed by Pittsburgh Firefighters Billy Jenkins and Don Santoriello Jr. in the hopes of making the children's rehabilitation a little more comfortable; and,
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby recognize Firefighters Billy Jenkins and Don Santoriello Jr. and the men and women of Engine Company 18, in Squirrel Hill, for their dedication and compassion to those in need; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare the month of December to be "Annual Holiday Drive Month" in the City of Pittsburgh.