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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Adopted this Resolution on May 19, 1998, by the following vote:
AYES: SUPERVISORS UILKEMA, GERBER, DESAULNIER, CANCIAMILLA and. ROGERS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
RESOLUTION NO. 981 269
IN THE MATTER OF PROMOTING THE WEEK OF
MAY 17-23, 1998 AS "EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK'
LET IT BE NOTED THAT:
WHEREAS emergency medical services is a vital public service, and
WHEREAS the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving
care to those in need 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
WHEREAS access to quality emergency care dramatically improves the survival and recovery
rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury; and
WHEREAS emergency medical services providers have traditionally served as the safety net
of America's health care system; and
WHEREAS emergency medical service teams consist of emergency physicians, emergency
nurses, emergency Medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, administrators and others;
and
WHEREAS approximately two-thirds of all emergency medical services providers are
volunteers; and
WHEREAS the members of emergency medical services teams, whether career or volunteer,
engage in thousands of hours of specialized training and continuing education to enhance their lifesaving
shills, and
WHEREAS Americans benefit daily frorn the knowledge and skills of these highly trained
individuals; and
WHEREAS it is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency
medical services providers by designating Emergency Medical Services Week; and
WHEREAS injury prevention and the appropriate use of the EMS system will help reduce
national health care costs; let it be
THEREFORE RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County, California,
hereby proclaim the week of May 17-23, 1995 to be:
"EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK"
in Contra Costa County and encourage the comrminity to observe this week with appropriate programs,
ceremonies and activities.
C hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of
an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board of
Supervisors on the date sho n. !yam
ATTESTED: ���.e!L/�
Phil Batchelor,Clerk of th aard of
Supervisors and County Administrator
Orig Dept: Emergency Medical Services 646-4690
cc: County Administrator 401 nork
Health Services Administration
Emergency Medical Services
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IN THE MATTER OF DECLARING RESOLUTION NO. 99/205
THE BENICIA-MARTINEZ BRIDGE
THE BILL BAKER BRIDGE
WHEREAS, BILL BAKER was elected to serve in the Congress of the United States in 1992 and 1994; and
WHEREAS, BILL BAKER was elected to the California State Assembly for six consecutive terms beginning
in 1980,where he earned a reputation as one of the Capitol's most effective leaders, and
WHEREAS, THE BENICIA-MARTINEZ BRIDGE on Interstate 680, spanning the mouth of the
Sacramento River,and connecting the counties of Solano and Contra Costa,was,in 1985,a four-lane, congested
roadway with traffic volume growing at 9% annually. Bill Baker carried legislation which was enacted as Chapter
831,Statutes of 1985,which expressly authorized the California Department of Transportation to undertake all
necessary studies to support the expansion of the Benicia-Martinez Bridge to include a new span to carry additional
traffic,* and
WHEREAS, in recognition of his foresight and dedication,it is appropriate to designate the future span of the
Benicia-Martinez Bridge the Bill Baker Bridge, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County does
hereby declare the future span of the Benicia-Martinez Bridge th C.
PASSED by vote of the Board of Supervisors members present on
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District III Supervisor District IV Supervisor
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THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Adopted this Order on May 19 1998 by the following vote:
AYES: SUPERVISORS UILREMA, GERBER, DESAULNIER, CANCIAMILIA and ROGERS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
In The Matter of pROCLAumNG the week of RESOLUTION NO. 98/ 270
May 18-22,1998 as Bike to Work Week in
Contra Costa County, and
WHEREAS, breathing clean air is vital to healthy lungs and life, and levels of air pollution in
Contra Costa County often exceed health standards; and
WHEREAS, Contra Costa County acknowledges that cycling to work is a successful rideshare
mode to reduce air pollution, alleviate traffic congestion and decrease fuel consumption; and
WHEREAS, Bike to Work Days have proven effective in converting drivers into bicyclists,
and educating citizens about the environmental importance of bicycling to work regularly, and
WHEREAS, Contra Costa county encourages its citizens to bicycle to work in order to
improve air quality, and promote personal and environmental health; and
WHEREAS, cities and counties throughout California are promoting May 18-22, 1998 as a
statewide Bike to Work Week, known as "California Bike Commute 1998"; and
WHEREAS, the American Lung Association, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District,
Contra Costa Health Services Community Wellness and Prevention Program, the Metropolitan
Transportation Commission and RIDES for Bay Area Commuters are promoting May 18-22,
1998 as the Bay Area's Bike to Work Week,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of
Contra Costa, California, hereby proclaim that May 18-22, 1998, is Contra Costa County Bike
to Work Week.
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action
taken and entered on the minutes of the board of Supervisors on
the date shown.
attested—;
Phil Batch",Clerkofthe Board
of Supervisors and County Administrator
by
Deputy
Orig: Public Health Director
cc: County Administrator
Health Services Director
IN THE MATTER OF HONORING RESOLUTION NO. 9$1261
NICHOLAS DOTHEE AS A 1999
CALIFORNIA ARTS SCHOLAR
WHEREAS, May 29, 1'998 has been designated by the State of California as"California Arts Scholars
Day" to draw special attention to those students who have achieved the highest distinction for
California high school artists and who have been selected to participate in the California State
Summer School for the Arts program;and
WHEREAS, The California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA) has identified the most
artistically talented and motivated high school students in the state;and
WHEREAS, The California Arts Recognition Program of CSSSA is supported by the El Paso Energy
Corporation, and funding for CSSSA is provided to the California State Summer School Arts
Foundation through a public-private partnership;and
WHEREAS, "California Arts Scholars Day"ceremonies are scheduled in all 58 counties throughout
the state in conjunction with local community arts agencies to ensure that students receive special
honor in their respective communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County
does hereby honor and commend the exceptionally talented Nicholas Dothee,who is participating
in this unique California State Summer School for the Arts statewide program.'
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A resident of Martinez.
PASSED by vote of the Board of Supervisors members present on this 19`h day of May, 1998.
INTRODUCED BY:
AYLE B. R.EMA JIM OG S, Chair
.s ict 11 Sup o District I Supervisor
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DONNA ER MARK DESA NIER
District 11 visor District IV Supervisor
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CANCLVAILLA
District V Supervisor
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct
copy of an Order entered into the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date aforesaid.
Phil Batchelor,County Administrator and Clerk of the
Board of Supervisors.
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By
Deputy Clerk