HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 049-88 EarthquakePreparedRESOLUTION NO. 49- 88
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
DECLARING THE MONTH OF APRIL AS
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.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of
the City of Dublin does hereby proclaim April 1988 as California
Earthquake Preparedness Month and encourage all citizens to
increase their knowledge and awareness of proper safety measures
to follow before, during, and after an earthquake.
1988.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this
28th day of March,
AYES:
Councilmembers Hegarty, Moffatt, Vonheeder
and Mayor Jeffery
NOES: None
ABSENT:
Councilmember Snyder
ATTEST: