Proclamation

RECOGNIZING

October 7, 2006

“Emergency Preparedness Day”

in Comal County

WHEREAS, 480 people die and another 2,880 are injured in disasters every year in the United States, and thousands lose their livelihoods and jobs; and

WHEREAS, In the wake of September 11, 2001, our nation faces continuing concerns about the possibility of terror attacks endangering our lives and our way of life; and

WHEREAS, Preparation can help individuals and families to be more self-sufficient in times of disaster, minimizing their own discomfort and fears and minimizing their need for emergency services; and

WHEREAS, Disaster preparedness is vitally important to ensure the well-being of individuals, families, businesses and the well-being of the state of Texas;

WHEREAS, The Texas Cooperative Extension Service, a member of the nationwide Extension Disaster Education Network, stands ready with disaster preparedness and education to help residents of Comal County prepare for the unexpected to protect their families, homes, pets, and businesses.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Commissioners’ Court of Comal County, duly convened and acting in its capacity as the governing body of Comal County, does hereby recognize Saturday, October 7, 2006 as “Emergency Preparedness Day” in Comal County and urges all citizens to take part in preparing for a disaster.

PASSED AND APPROVED this the 5^th day of October 2006.