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Agenda Item 3.2
DATE:March 4,2025
TO:Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM:Colleen Tribby, City Manager
SUBJECT:American Red Cross Month ProclamationPrepared by:Marissa Clevenger, Administrative Technician
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:The City Council will present a proclamation for American Red Cross Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:Present the proclamation.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:None.
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Month is March 2025. The annual recognition of this group raises awareness of its mission and acknowledges the work of its volunteers, financial and blood donors, community partners, and those trained in vital health and safety skills.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:The City Council Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:1) American Red Cross Month Proclamation
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Attachment 1
A PROCLAMATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA
“American Red Cross Month”
WHEREAS, the American Red Cross was founded in 1881 by Clara Barton and this year marks their 144th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, the American Red Cross is a leading volunteer agency chartered and authorized by Congress to act in times of need, and provides
compassionate assistance to people afflicted by personal, local,or national disasters; and
WHEREAS, the volunteers, blood and platelet donors, and supporters shine a beacon of hope in people’s darkest hours —delivering shelter, food,and
comfort during disasters; providing critical blood donations for hospital patients; supporting service members, veterans,and their families; saving
lives with first aid, CPR, AED,and other skills; or delivering international aid and reconnecting loved ones separated by global crises; and
WHEREAS,in 2024, the American Red Cross in Alameda County mobilized 1,638 volunteers to respond to 163 disasters, providing assistance to 305
families. Additionally, through the Sound the Alarm program, the Red Cross installed 988 smoke alarms, enhancing safety in 291 homes, and trained
2,544 youth and adults in preparedness programs;and
WHEREAS, Alameda County residents donated 30,572 units of lifesaving blood; hosted 1,154 blood drives; trained 13,893 citizens in first aid, CPR,
AED, and aquatics; provided case services to 455 military members and their families; and provided humanitarian aid internationally; and
WHEREAS, for over 100 years, United States presidents have called on the American people to support the American Red Cross and its humanitarian
mission and those who selflessly answer the call to help, whenever and wherever it is needed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim March 2025 as American Red Cross Month
in the City of Dublin and thanks the American Red Cross for their invaluable work and efforts not only in our community, but around the country.
DATED: March 4, 2025
Mayor Sherry Hu Vice Mayor Kashef Qaadri
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Councilmember Jean Josey Councilmember Michael McCorriston Councilmember John Morada
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