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To recognize and celebrate the week of April 10-16, 2022 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week in Columbus, Ohio.
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WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs the prompt response of police officers, firefighters, and paramedics is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property; and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunicators are a vital link between our residents and first responders in emergency situations; and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunicators of the City of Columbus contribute substantially to ensuring the appropriate Public Safety resources respond to apprehend individuals who commit criminal acts, suppress fires before they result in irreparable damage and loss of life, and provide lifesaving treatment to patients; and
WHEREAS, each call taker, dispatcher, and support staff exhibits compassion, understanding, and professionalism during the performance of their duty, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHEREAS, Columbus City Council appreciates the work of our First Responders, supervisors, and support staff in the 911 Emergency Call Center (ECC) and the Firefighters in the Fire Alarm Office (FAO) who serve our residents every single day and encourage residents to thank Public Safety Telecommunicators whenever possible; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate the week of April 10-16, 2022 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week in Columbus, Ohio and honor the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep our city and residents safe.