National EMS Week Proclamation
WHEREAS, it is the 47th annual celebration of National EMS Week with a theme of “Rising to the Challenge.” This week is a time to honor our frontline heroes who are dedicated to saving so many lives daily; and
WHEREAS, EMS will always be considered front line when it comes to emergency medical services and emergency medicines. They work quickly and efficiently to save lives in what could be a potentially fatal situation; and
WHEREAS, Trumbull Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) is a team of dedicated paramedics and EMTs along with certified volunteers and paid personnel working collaboratively together to respond to the emergency needs of our community; and
WHEREAS, in addition to providing emergency services, Trumbull Emergency Medical Services is active within the community by offering training opportunities and outreach support; and
WHEREAS, we recognize the important contributions EMS practitioners make to safeguard the health, safety, and well-being of their communities. We value the dedicated commitment of the Trumbull Emergency Medical Services providers by designating Emergency Medical Services Week during the month of May.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Vicki A. Tesoro, by virtue of the authority vested in me as First Selectman of the Town of Trumbull, Connecticut, do hereby proclaim May 15–21, 2022, as NATIONAL EMS WEEK
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of Trumbull to be affixed on the 15th day of May, 2022.
Vicki A. Tesoro, First Selectman
