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Authorizing the Fire Department to pay for all costs incurred to hold a graduation ceremony for 15 new paramedics on September 5, 2025 at the Neighborhood House.
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WHEREAS, the Saint Paul Fire Department is holding a formal graduation ceremony for the 15 new paramedics on September 5, 2025 at the Neighborhood House, and
WHEREAS, the ceremony recognizes the achievement of the new paramedics and includes a reception where light refreshments and snacks will be served; and
WHEREAS, the Fire Department received a 2021 Assistance to Firefighter Grant and a 2022 Assistance to Firefighter Grant to pay for the firefighters to receive paramedic training; and
WHEREAS, the expenditure of money for the light refreshments and snacks will be paid out of 10022100-72910-2210020000-72910 and serves the public purpose by celebrating the successful graduation of the 15 new paramedics and increases the number of paramedics in the department, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Saint Paul City Council hereby authorizes the expenditures of funds not to exceed $200 for the reception.