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DECLARING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER S, 2003
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
IN THE VILLAGE OF TEQUE.STA
WHEREAS, Public safety is a top priority in the Village of Tequesta; and
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WHEREAS, safety from fire is important both to citizens and local firefighters, who put their
lives in the line with every response to fire; and
WHEREAS, residents of the Village of Tequesta must take action to prevent fires and to protect
themselves if fire strikes; and
WHEREAS, awareness of simple safety practices can help to prevent fire death and injuries; and
WHEREAS, working smoke alarms on every level and a home fire escape plan and regular drills
are essential for every household in the Village of Tequesta; and
WHEREAS, The Village of Tequesta Fire Rescue Department is committed in teaching
lifesaving messages in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Prevention Week 2003 theme, "When Fire Strikes: Get Out! Stay Out!" is
an important reminder for all citizens of the Village of Tequesta; and
NOW THEREFORE, I, Edward D. Resnik, Mayor of the Village of Tequesta, do hereby
proclaim the week of October 5-11, 2003, as Fire Prevention Week. This week is commemorated
across North America and the members of Tequesta Fire Rescue are joined by other concerned
citizens of the Village of Tequesta, as well as other emergency service providers and safety
advocates, businesses, schools, service clubs, and organizations in their fire safety efforts;
FURTHER, I call upon the people of the Village of Tequesta to remember the Fire Prevention
Week 2003 caution, "When Fire Strikes: Get Out! Stay Out!" and urge all citizens to heed the
advice to install smoke alarms and plan and practice fire drills.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have herewith set my hand and caused the Seal of the Village of
Tequesta be affixed this 12~' day of August 2003.
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