Item 2A - Citizen Life Saving AwardSTAFF REPORT
City of Atlantic Beach
Commission Meeting
AGENDA ITEM: Citizen Life Saving Award
DATE: March 7, 2016
SUBMITTED BY: J. Michael Deal, ChiefofPo~
BACKGROUND:
AGENDA ITEM# 2A
MARCH 28, 2016
On January 2, 2016, US Army Major Amel David was leaving a store on Atlantic
Boulevard when he heard Mr. Lonzo Brown yelling for help. Mr. Brown's friend and
Atlantic Beach business owner Jim DiPietro was at his store located at 469 Atlantic Blvd
when Mr. DiPietro suddenly collapsed. Without hesitation, Major Amel responded to
Mr. Brown's request for help and after determining Mr. DiPietro was unresponsive
without a pulse, immediately began CPR on Mr. DiPietro. Major David continued to
administer CPR until rescue personnel arrived. Mr. DiPietro has since recovered and is
doing well. Major David's quick actions to save the life of Mr. DiPietro is clearly
deserving of a Life Saving Award.
BUDGET: N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS: Present Citizen Life Saving Award to Major Amel David
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