CC - 1988-18 - Supporting Governor George Duekmajian's Proclamation of April 1988 as CA Earthquakes Preparedness monthRESOLUTION NO. 88-18
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD SUPPORTING GOVERNOR
GEORGE DEUKMAJIAN'S PROCLAMATION OF
APRIL 1988 AS CALIFORNIA EARTHQUAKE
PREPAREDNESS MONTH
WHEREAS, the State of California continues to experience
significant seismic activity, thus posing the threat of earthquakes
with damaging intensities; and
WHEREAS, the loss of life and property can be greatly reduced if
appropriate earthquake preparedness measures are taken before,
during, and after a damaging quake; and
WHEREAS, these lifesaving procedures will be highlighted during
the month of April as the Office of Emergency Services, with the
assistance of governmental agencies, service organizations,
educational institutions, major corporations, and Neighborhood Crime
Watch groups, provides information and education to citizens
throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, the measures presented in the "Be Aware. Prepare."
campaign should increase public awareness regarding proper procedures
to follow during a tremor; and
WHEREAS, this important earthquake safety information should be
studied and observed throughout the year in order to prevent
injuries, loss of life, and property damage during an earthquake; and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City of Rosemead fully
supports the proclamation of April 1988 as California Earthquake
Preparedness Month and encourage all citizens of the City of Rosemead
to increase their knowledge and awareness of proper safety measures
to follow before, during, and after an earthquake.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 22nd , day of March , (1988.
MAYOR
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution
ATTEST: 88-18 was duly and regularly adopted by the City
Council of the City of Rosemead at a regular meeting
thereof held on the 22nd day of March, 1988, by the
Z Glil~u~ following vote:
CITY CLERK Yes: Bruesch, Cleveland, Imperial, McDonald, Taylor
No: None
Y CLERK