CITY OF FRESNO
Office of Mayor Jerry P. Dyer & The Fresno City Council
_________________________________ ________________________________ JERRY P. DYER, Honorable Mayor TYLER MAXWELL, Council President
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ANNALISA PEREA, Vice President MIKE KARBASSI, Councilmember District 2
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MIGUEL ARIAS, Councilmember District 3 LUIS CHAVEZ, Councilmember District 5
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GARRY BREDEFELD, Councilmember District 6 NELSON ESPARZA, Council District 7
WHEREAS , the City of Fresno recognizes the importance of coming together as a community in times of adversity to support and uplift one another; and
WHEREAS , on September 6th, 2023, a tragic accident occurred at a bus stop near Roosevelt High School, resulting in student injuries, shocking the city; and
WHEREAS , the heroic actions of the Roosevelt High School staff, community members, and first responders during and after the incident deserve recognition and appreciation; and
WHEREAS , Roosevelt staff provided immediate aid to those affected and offered solace and support to students and families. First responders – including law enforcement, firefighters, emergency medical services, and medical personnel – displayed exceptional professionalism, bravery, and dedication as they worked tirelessly to aid the injured and provide comfort to those affected by the tragic accident; and
WHEREAS , the greater Fresno community ’s outpouring of support, love, and solidarity for the Roosevelt High School community during this challenging time exemplifies the spirit of togetherness that makes Fresno a strong and compassionate city; and
WHEREAS, in honor of exceptional efforts of the Roosevelt High School staff, the community, and first responders in the wake of the tragic accident, and to acknowledge the unwavering strength, resilience, and compassion displayed throughout Fresno.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , that we, Mayor Jerry P. Dyer and the Fresno City Council, do hereby proclaim September 28th, 2023, to be:
“Roosevelt Strong Day”
In the City of Fresno.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and
affixed the seal of the City of Fresno, California, this 28th day of September 2023.
Honoring Roosevelt Strong