HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-06-23 Proclamation (2)
RECOGNIZING PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER RYAN WELCH FOR HIS
PROFESSIONLISM IN HANDLING A 9-1-1 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CALL FROM
DANTE PARKS, A SIX YEAR OLD, SEEKING ASSISTANCE FOR HIS MOTHER
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WHEREAS, on Monday, April 14, 2008 Dante Parks’ mother suffered a medical
emergency which made her unresponsive and unable to talk; and
WHEREAS, recognizing his mother’s need for assistance, Dante made his first ever
telephone call to 9-1-1; and
WHEREAS, as a result of his training, education, and experience, Ryan was able to obtain
critical information from Dante that ensured a proper response; and
WHEREAS, by utilizing all of these skills, Ryan enabled Dante to assist responders upon
their arrival by opening the door;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, SUSAN M. HAWES, COUNCIL CHAIR OF THE CITY OF
BANGOR, ON BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE CITIZENS OF BANGOR, do
hereby recognize Ryan Welch for his patience, persistence, and professional performance as
a Public Safety Dispatcher for the City of Bangor. His ability to communicate and work with
Dante Parks, a six year old seeking emergency medical assistance for his mother, is in the
highest tradition of the emergency services.
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Given this the 23 day of June 2008.
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Council Chair Susan M. Hawes