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No. 35
WHEREAS, on August 12, 1996 Firefighters and Lifeguards of the City of Atlantic
Beach participated in the rescue and resuscitation of Jamie Holdren, an 11 year old girl, who was
saved from drowning by Fire Engineer Mitchell L. McCue and Lifeguard Lieutenant Todd Smith.
By the time the girl, who was floating in waist-deep water, was reached and rescued she had a
pulse but was not breathing; and
WHEREAS, through the heroic efforts of Lifeguards and Firefighters who were on the
scene and participated in lifesaving procedures, Jamie Holdren was resuscitated, taken to the
hospital, and survived the ordeal; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission recognizes that Lifeguards and Firefighters showed
quick response and good judgement in saving the life of this child and as such they are considered
to be an asset to the Fire Department and the citizens of Atlantic Beach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Commission of Atlantic Beach,
Florida, does hereby express its congratulations to Lifeguards and 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
hereof be furnished to the Fire Department to be displayed in the Public Safety Building.
Adopted by the City Commission of Atlantic Beach, Florida, this 26th day of August,
1996.
Lyman T. Fletcher, Mayor
John S. Meserve, Commissioner
Timothy R. Reed, Commissioner
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t Suzanne Shaughnessy, Commissioner
Steven M. Rosenbloom, Commissioner