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MDA DAY-JUNE 19,2012
► WHEREAS, Muscular Dystrophy refers to a group of more than 43 neuromuscular
diseases that cause generalized weakness and muscle wasting. Two of the most common
neuromuscular diseases include Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a disease found in children that
progresses slowly,with survival rare beyond their late twenties, and Amyotrophic Lateral
Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's Disease), a disorder that progresses rapidly in adults; and
WHEREAS, the Muscular Dystrophy Association is one of the world's leading national
health agencies, composed of dedicated scientists and citizens, whose goal is to conquer
neuromuscular diseases. Seventy-eight percent of every dollar raised funds research, patient care,
summer camp, and education; and
WHEREAS,members of Petaluma IAFF Local#1415 and CAL FIRE LNU Petaluma
Local #2881 serve and protect communities throughout the area every day, and selflessly donate
their time and energy to supporting the battle against muscular dystrophy; and
WHEREAS, fire fighters across the nation are some of the largest contributors in the
United States to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Proceeds provide comprehensive medical
services to tens of thousands of adults and children with neuromuscular diseases and contributes
to research for treatments and cures; and
WHEREAS, in 2011, our local firefighters from Petaluma IAFF Local #1415 and CAL
FIRE LNU Petaluma Local#2881 hit the streets for MDA's Fill-the-Boot campaign, raising
more than $8,600.
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED THAT I,David Glass, Mayor of Petaluma,
along with the members of the City Council, do hereby proclaim Tuesday, June 19, 2012 as
MDA DAY in Petaluma and urge all citizens to "Fill the Boot"!
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