APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY
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CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
OAKLAND CITY COUNCIL
RESOLUTION NO. ______________ C.M.S.
INTRODUCED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE NOEL GALLO
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF APRIL 13 -19, 2025, AS
NATIONAL DISPATCHER APPRECIATION WEEK
WHEREAS, emergency services dispatchers serve as the vital first point of contact for individuals experiencing crises, responding with professionalism and efficiency to ensure that residents receive the urgent assistance they need; and
WHEREAS, dispatchers are responsible for quickly assessing emergency situations, gathering critical information, and relaying accurate details to police, fire, and medical personnel to facilitate timely and effective responses; and
WHEREAS, these highly trained professionals work under intense pressure, managing multiple emergencies simultaneously, providing lifesaving instructions, and ensuring that emergency responders have the necessary details to protect lives and property; and
WHEREAS, dispatchers demonstrate compassionate and decisive ness in the face of distressing and high-risk situations, offering reassurance and guidance to individuals; and
WHEREAS, the efficiency and dedication of dispatchers directly impact the safety and well-being of both the public and first responders, as their expertise and quick decision -making play a crucial role in emergency operations and public safety efforts; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oakland acknowledges the critical role that dispatchers play in maintaining the safety and security of our residents and recognizes their unwavering dedication, professionalism, and service to the community; and
2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED : That the City Council of Oakland hereby recognizes the week of April 13 -19, 2025, as National Dispatcher Appreciation Week, honoring the hard work, skill, and commitment of emergency dispatchers and expressing gratitude for their invaluable contributions to public safety and emergency response efforts.
IN COUNCIL, OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA,
PASSED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES - BROWN, FIFE, HOUSTON, KAPLAN, RAMACHANDRAN, UNGER, AND
PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE GALLO
NOES –
ABSENT – COUNCIL PRESIDENT JENKINS (serving as Mayor pursuant to Charter Section 303) ABSTENTION –
ATTEST:
ASHA REED
City Clerk and Clerk of the Council of the
City of Oakland, California
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