Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County, TN - File #: RS2024-805

• File #: RS2024-805
• Type: Resolution
• Status: Passed
• File created: 10/8/2024
• In control: Metropolitan Council
• On agenda: 10/15/2024
• Final action: 10/15/2024
• Title: A resolution celebrating 50 years of Nashville Fire Department EMS.
• Sponsors: Zulfat Suara, Olivia Hill, Terry Vo, Erin Evans, Bob Nash, Jeff Gregg, Courtney Johnston, Tonya Hancock, Sheri Weiner, David Benton, Joy Styles, Brenda Gadd, Burkley Allen, Thom Druffel, Jacob Kupin, Quin Evans-Segall, Ginny Welsch, Jennifer Webb, Kyonzte Toombs, Emily Benedict, Jason Spain, John Rutherford, Delishia Porterfield, Russ Bradford, Clay Capp, Mike Cortese, Tasha Ellis, Jennifer Gamble, Deonte Harrell, Rollin Horton, Jordan Huffman, Joy Smith Kimbrough, Antoinette Lee, Sean Parker, Jeff Preptit, Sandra Sepulveda, Brandon Taylor

Date	Action By	Action
10/16/2024	Mayor	returned unsigned by the Mayor
10/15/2024	Metropolitan Council	adopted
10/15/2024	Rules, Confirmations, and Public Elections Committee	approved
10/8/2024	Metropolitan Council	filed

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A resolution celebrating 50 years of Nashville Fire Department EMS.

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WHEREAS, on November 1, 1974, the Nashville Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services ("EMS") division was officially established, marking a significant milestone in public safety and emergency care for the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; and

WHEREAS, the EMS division began its service with eight ambulances in operation, staffed by a dedicated team of 60 personnel, who committed themselves to providing life-saving care and rapid response to medical emergencies throughout the community; and

WHEREAS, for 50 years, the Nashville Fire Department EMS has been an integral part of the city's emergency response system, continuously evolving and expanding its capabilities to meet the growing needs of a diverse and dynamic population; and

WHEREAS, the Nashville Fire Department EMS has consistently demonstrated excellence in medical care, professionalism, and compassion, ensuring the safety and well-being of Nashville's residents and visitors in times of critical need; and

WHEREAS, the EMS division has responded to countless emergencies, offering critical interventions in pre-hospital care, and its members have worked tirelessly in collaboration with other emergency services to safeguard the health and security of the community; and

WHEREAS, the achievements of the Nashville Fire Department EMS over the past five decades have been made possible by the dedication, skill, and sacrifice of its personnel-past and present-who have remained committed to saving lives and serving the public; and

WHEREAS, the 50th anniversary of the Nashville Fire Department EMS presents a unique opportunity to reflect on the progress made since its founding and to honor the legacy of those who have contributed to its success; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognize this historic occasion and recognize the dedicated members of the Nashville Fire ...