HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 12594 (Appreciation National Preparedness Month)RESOLUTION NO. 12594
CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH
—PROCLAIMING NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH SEPTEMBER 2008—
WHEREAS, National Preparedness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance
of emergency preparedness and to encourage all residents to better prepare themselves
and their families for emergencies; and
WHEREAS, preparedness is the shared responsibility of the entire community. Individuals can prepare
themselves and their families for emergencies by taking simple steps such as becoming
informed about different threats, making a personal preparedness plan, organizing an
emergency supply kit, and getting involved in preparing their community. These activities
create a culture of preparedness and can help save lives; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael continues to improve our community's ability to prepare for
emergencies by offering two exemplary emergency preparedness programs: Community
Emergency Response Team (CERT) training and the Get Ready Household Disaster
Preparedness Program. Together, staff and residents can significantly enhance the level of
community preparedness to further safeguard and secure our homeland; and
WHEREAS, this month is also an opportunity to pay tribute to America's first responders who put
themselves at risk for the safety of their fellow citizens. These brave law enforcement
officers, firefighters, and emergency service personnel exemplify the compassion and
commitment that help strengthen our country. We will be forever grateful for their service
and sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, during National Preparedness Month, we encourage all residents to get
involved in their community's preparedness efforts.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Rafael hereby
proclaim September 2008 as "NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH" in the City of San Rafael and encourage all
San Rafael residents and business owners to take a few steps to make preparedness a priority in their homes, schools,
and businesses.
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