HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Safety Telecommunicators WeekPROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, 9-1-1 telecommunicators across the state are available around the
clock to answer calls from those in distress; and
WHEREAS, 9-1-1 telecommunicators are also radio lifelines for police
officers, fire-fighters, and emergency medical personnel who respond to emergencies;
and
WHEREAS, 9-1-1 telecommunicators are responsible for a wide range of public
warnings, including AMBER alerts and notification of earthquakes, tsunamis,
hazardous materials releases, and other threats to public safety; and
WHEREAS, countless lives have been saved by the prompt, effective, and
compassionate responses of 9-1-1 telecommunicators; and
WHEREAS, the Washington State Chapters of the Association of Public -
Safety Communications Officials (APCO) and National Emergency Number
Association (NENA) are composed of members representing telecommunications
from every facet of public safety in Washington;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Jefferson County
Board of Commissioners does hereby proclaim April 9-15, 2023, as
PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICA TORS WEEK
in Jefferson County and encourage people in this county to join us in this special observance
in recognizing the important contributions of this dedicated group.
APPROVE 10th day of April, 2023.
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Approved Telephonically
Kat Dean, Member
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Regular Agenda
JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Adiel McKnight, Executive Assistant
DATE: April 10, 2023
SUBJECT: PROCLAMATION re: Proclaiming the week of April 9-15, 2023 as Public Safety
Telecommunicators Week
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
Every year during the second week of April, the telecommunications personnel in the public safety
community, are honored. This week-long event, initially set up in 1981 by Patricia Anderson of the
Contra Costa County Sheriff s Office in California, is a time to celebrate and thank those who dedicate
their lives to serving the public. It is a week that should be set aside so everyone can be made aware of
their hard work and dedication.
The three -digit telephone number "9-1-1" has been designated as the "Universal Emergency Number,"
for citizens throughout the United States to request emergency assistance. It is intended as a
nationwide telephone number and gives the public fast and easy access to a Public Safety Answering
Point (PSAP).
The Board of County Commissioners recognizes the sacrifices Emergency Responders make to create
a better and safer world for the public. The commitment to their profession is appreciated by the
Association of Public -Safety Communications Officials (APCO), the public safety communications
community, and the citizens you serve.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact to Jefferson County.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Proclamation re: Proclaiming the Week of April 9-15, 2023 as Public Safety Telecommunicators
Week.
REVIEWED BY:
Mark McCaule , ounty Administrator Date