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OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, Indian River County was hit by Hurri,cane David on
September 3, 1979; and
WHEREAS, the AMERICAN RED CROSS of Indian River County per-
formed many varied and important duties which helped prevent any
loss of life and kept injuries to a minimum during the crisis of
Hurriccne David, among them being:
Activating and manning Red Cross shelters when requested by
the Civil Defense Department;
Providing food and first-aid kits as necessitated;
Providing warning and evacuation assistance;
Preparing designated shelters for physically incapacitated:
Preparedness to assist individuals in need as a result ^F
hurricane damage;
Assisting in communication
NOW, THEREFORE;, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COM-
MISSIONERS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY, FLORIDA, That the Board on
behalf of itself and the citizens of Indian River County, con-
gratulates the AMERICAN RED CROSS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY for a
job well done; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED That the Board expresses its deep
appreciation to the AMERICAN RED CROSS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY
for its exemplary service during the crisis of Hurricane David
and the Board expresses its thanks to all of the personnel of
the AMERICAN RED CROSS OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY for their
performance during the time of crisis spawned by Hurricane
David.
Said Resolution shall become effective as of the 5th day
of September , 1979.
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Chairmankounly Commis' ners