HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 3577 RESOLUTION NO. 3577
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
COMMENDING FIRE CHIEF EDWIN H. WOOD ON HIS RETIREMENT
WHEREAS, Edwin H. Wood was appointed Fire Chief for the City of Downey
on July 1, 1973 and served until July 15, 1978; and
r-- WHEREAS, Edwin H. Wood has been instrumental in bringing about economic
accomplishments through the consolidation of two fire stations into a main
station, creation of a regional fire communications network, a County Mutual
Aid Agreement and the implementation of paramedic service in Downey; and
WHEREAS, Edwin H. Wood has been active in many community service pro-
grams and professional organizations, including the Downey Rotary Club,
California State Firemen's Association, Downey City Management Club, Downey
City Employees' Association, Area E Chiefs, Assembly Select Committee on
Fire Service, Southeast Foothill Chapter of Fire Chiefs' Association,
International Association of Fire Chiefs, Advisory Committee for Rio Hondo
College and Western Fire Chiefs' Association; and
WHEREAS, Edwin H. Wood has contributed to the development of highly
trained fire personnel through formation of the firefighter's recruit academy
at Rio Hondo College and has taught many firefighter's courses.
WHEREAS, Chief Edwin H. Wood is being honored this evening, July 14, 1978,
by his numerous friends, associates, supporters and well - wishers at the Rio
Hondo Country Club.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Downey does hereby
resolve as follows:
SECTION 1. That this City Council extends its appreciation and commenda-
tion to Chief Edwin H. Wood for his many years of dedicated and effective
service in the firefighting system and to the City of Downey.
SECTION 2. That this City Council does hereby extend its best wishes
for many long years of enjoyment in retirement.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution
and provide for its preparation for presentation to Chief Edwin H. Wood.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this llth day of July, 1978.
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William L. Greene, Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk'
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Downey on the llth day of July, 1978,
by the following vote:
AYES: 5 Council Members: Jackman, Miller, Mackaig, Swearingen, Greene
NOES: 0 Council Members: None
ABSENT: 0 Council Members: None
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City Clerk