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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 with the Muscular Dystrophy Association for over 54 years in the fight against neuromuscular disease, and;
WHEREAS, City of Pittsburgh Fire Fighters collected a record breaking $91,000 thought the community with their 2007 "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 camps, 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 Fighter Appreciation Month, and;
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby commend the City of Pittsburgh Firefighters for their efforts on behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby proclaim the month of August 2008 to be "CITY OF PITTSBURGH FIRE FIGHTER APPRECIATION MONTH" in the City of Pittsburgh.