HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-11 Proclamation Ck. M ati
'Whereas, the Department of Homeland Security has designated September as
��,o National Preparedness Month across America; and
'Whereas, ereas, National Preparedness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about
the importance of emergency preparedness and to encourage all Americans
to better prepare their homes and communities for emergencies.
"Whereas, National Preparedness 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
n�,� that help strengthen our country.
-/'►' hereas, In the event of any natural disaster, large -scale emergency or terrorist
attack, America's first line of defense is provided by first responders,
including local Law Enforcement, firefighters and emergency medical
professionals, who, when properly trained and equipped, have the greatest
potential to save lives and limit casualties after a disaster or terrorist
%% attack; and
/1 rtereas, National Preparedness Month focuses on family emergency preparedness
and encourages Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies
��,v in their homes, businesses and schools; and
* Whereas, The City of Ocoee encourages citizens to make plans with and for their
family members as to where to take shelter should a cascading event
become eminent and to make plans as to where to meet should family
members become separated; and
/ ereas, The City of Ocoee risk assessments include events that could cause
disruption of Life supporting services citizens are encouraged to develop to
go kits with supplies to support each family member and pet for a 72 hour
period.
0 / (4244 eT4.4.0 I, Scott Vandergrift, Mayor of the City of Ocoee, do hereby
proclaim September as
Ziner en flrpareine s s Monti
and encourage all citizens and organizations to take action to become prepared for any
disaster or emergency.
Dated this 6th day of September, 2011
S. Scott Vandergrift, Mayor