Proclamation: National Public Safety Telecommunications Officers Week Proclamation
National Public Safety Telecommunications Officers Week
April 14-20, 2019
WHEREAS, emergencies that require law enforcement fire or emergency medical services can
occur at any time, and
WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs the prompt response of law enforcement officers,
firefighters and paramedics is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property, and
WHEREAS, the safety of our law enforcement officers and firefighters is dependent upon the
quality and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who telephone the Lewis County 911
Communications Center, and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunications Officers are the first and most critical contact
our citizens have with emergency services, and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunications Officers are the srngle vital link for our police
officers and firefighters, monitoring their activities by radio, providing them information and
helping to ensure their safety, and
WHEREAS, Public Safety Telecommunications Officers of the Lewis County 911
Communications have contributed substantially to the apprehension of criminals, suppression of
fires and treatment of patients and
WHEREAS, each Telecommunications Officer has exhibited trust, responsibility, respect,
fairness and a caring demeanor in carrying out their professional duties in the past year,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of County Commissioners declares the
week of April 14 through 20, 2019, to be National Public Safety Telecommunications Officers
Week in Lewis County in honor of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism
help keep our first responders and citizens safe
Signed this 15th day of April 2019
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Rieva Lester, Clerk of the Board Edna J Fund Comm. ".ioner
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March 04, 2019
Dear Board of County Commissioners,
Across the nation in times of intense personal crisis and community-wide disasters, the first
access point for those seeking all classes of emergency services is 9-1-1 The local and
county public safety communications centers that receive these calls have emerged as the
first and single point of contact for persons seeking immediate relief during an emergency
Lewis County 911 Communications is celebrating the second full week of April (April 14-
20th,2019)as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.This week, sponsored by
the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials(APCO) International and
celebrated annually, honors the thousands of men and women who respond to emergency
calls,dispatch emergency professionals and equipment,and render lifesaving assistance to
the citizens of the United States We are enlisting your support in the form of a Proclamation
to honor these men and women in our area for the work that they do every day to protect the
citizens of Lewis County, Washington
The importance of recognizing and celebrating the hard work of these dedicated professionals
at every level is immeasurable We are confident you will stand behind the commitment and
devotion these men and women provide to ensure the safety and security of Lewis County
Citizens I have enclosed a proposed message for your signature
Thank you for your attention to this matter and I look forward to your reply
Respectfully,,_,L,..,,
Scott '7therman
Intenm Manager
Lewis County E911 Communications
0 360 740 3394 f 360 740 1109 Steve Mansfield Uepiuttnent ofErnergency Set vices Director
BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Resolution BOCC Meeting Date. Apr 15, 2019
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type Notice
Proclaiming Apnl 14-20, 2019, as National Public Safety Telecommunications Officers Week
Contact Scott Smitherman Phone 3394
Department DEM
Action Needed. Approve Resolution
Description
Public Safety Telecommunicators are the first and most critical contact our citizens have with emergency
services Emergencies can occur at any time that require police, fire or emergency medical services
Every year during the second full 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
Approvals.
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Mansfield, Steve Pending