98-25 v •
CITY OF
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No. 98-25
WHEREAS, during the summer of 1998 the State of Florida suffered intense heat and
drought which resulted in a rash of dangerous and destructive wildfires; and
WHEREAS, from July 2nd through July 6th, 1998, Firefighters from the City of Atlantic
Beach responded, along with an attachment of Jacksonville Firefighters, to assist with the fire
fighting efforts in Volusia County; and
WHEREAS, Atlantic Beach Firefighters faced many challenges over the five day
deployment, such as: 24 hours of non-stop firefighting, heat exhaustion from battling fires in
temperatures in excess of 100 degrees, and mental anguish from witnessing the pain and suffering
of those whose homes were not saved; and
WHEREAS, the Firefighters who remained at home worked double shifts to assure that
the citizens of Atlantic Beach did not suffer a reduction in fire and rescue service. Separation from
families during the July 4th Holiday, as well as fighting lack of sleep, was endured by the entire
staff of Atlantic Beach Firefighters.
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes that the Atlantic Beach Firefighters have 1f�
truly shown their dedication to duty and the Atlantic Beach citizens and the citizens of the State of
Florida.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that th4 City Commission of Atlantic Beach,
Florida, does hereby express its appreciation and gratitude to the Atlantic Beach Firefighters.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution of recognition and
appreciation be spread upon the official minutes of the City of Atlantic Beach and a certified copy C;
hereof be furnished to the Atlantic Beach Fire Department.
Adopted by the City Commission of Atlantic Beach, Florida, this 27th day of July, 1998..
Suzanne Shaughnessy, Mayor
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John S. Meserve, Commissioner Mike Borno, Commissioner
Richard Beaver, Commissioner Theo Mitchelson, Commissioner