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To declare May 17 to May 23, 2020 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Columbus, OH
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WHEREAS, in April 1969, Columbus began administering prehospital emergency medical services to its residents through the development of the Columbus Heartmobile Program, a partnership between the Columbus Division of Fire and The Ohio State University; and
WHEREAS, emergency medical service providers perform a vital public service. With over 1500 members of the Columbus Division of Fire providing lifesaving care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS, the emergency medical services system consists of emergency physicians, emergency nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, and administrators; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Columbus Division of Fire are highly trained emergency medical technicians and paramedics that have the most current training and state of the art equipment so that they can manage any emergency medical situation they may encounter; and
WHEREAS, the COVID 19 global health pandemic highlights the dedication to service and sacrifice of our emergency medical professionals and their families. Despite the risks, they continue to provide vital, compassionate care to the residents of Columbus; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby declare May 17-23, 2020 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Columbus, OH and expresses its gratitude to all members of the Columbus Division of Fire and all emergency medical professionals for their outstanding contributions to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Columbus.