In Recognition of
Joseph Bishop
WHEREAS, Joseph Bishop, a 16 year old resident of the City of Fortuna, was on a family vacation in Washington DC to visit US historical sites, in August of 2020.
WHEREAS, during that vacation the Bishop family was relaxing next to a swimming pool, in a suburb of Baltimore, Maryland, when they suddenly were startled by a nearby woman’s screams.
WHEREAS, upon listening to the woman scream that her two sons were in the pool and drowning, Joseph Bishop without any hesitation, or concern for his own safety, is reported to have immediately jumped into the water to rescue the two brothers.
WHEREAS, Joseph Bishop’s unhesitating courage and decisive action allowed him to save two young boys from drowning, by pulling them out, and bringing them out of the pool safely; his actions are to be admired and commended.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Fortuna, on behalf of the Citizens of the City of Fortuna recognizes Joseph Bishop for his courageous actions and presents him with this commendation for saving the life of two young boys in August 2020.
SIGNED this 21st day of March 2022 at the City of Fortuna, in the State of California, and in witness thereof, the seal of Fortuna.
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Sue Long, Mayor
City of Fortuna