EMS Week Proclamation

EMS Week Proclamation
To designate the Week of May 17-23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services Week
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 has grown to fill a gap by providing important, out of
hospital care, including preventative medicine, follow-up care, and access to telemedicine; 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 skills; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate to recognize the value and the accomplishments of emergency
medical services providers by designating the Emergency Medical Services Week; now
THEREFORE, I Alexis Hermosillo, Mayor of the City of El Mirage, in recognition of this event do
hereby proclaim the week of May 17-23, 2026, as EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK.
The 52nd anniversary of EMS Week theme is EMS WEEK: Improving Outcomes, Together.
I  encourage the community to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
in honor of the EMS profession and the essential service it provides.
Alexis Hermosillo, Mayor