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Accepting the gift of lodging expenses from IAFF Local 21 for Fire Department Health & Wellness Coordinator/Captain Kyle Bode to tour the IAFF Center for Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery in Washington DC, October 26-27, 2024.
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WHEREAS, the Fire Department and Local are committed to firefighter mental and physical health and wellness; and
WHEREAS, the IAFF Center for Excellence has proven successful treatment and recovery from substance abuse, PTSD, and other behavioral health issues; and
WHEREAS, Fire Department Health & Wellness Coordinator/Captain Kyle Bode has been invited to tour the facility, healing amenities, and activities that promote physical and mental well-being on Saturday, October 26, 2024 in Washington DC; and
WHEREAS, this provides a unique opportunity for the Saint Paul Fire Department and Local 21 to explore a treatment center that offers successful recovery from post-traumatic stress and addictions and helps firefighters return to the job; and
WHEREAS, the City of Saint Paul recognizes the importance of such opportunities for firefighter health and wellness, collaborative care, professional development, and networking which directly benefit the Fire Department and the community they serve; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the City Council accepts the gift of lodging expenses up to $500 for the trip to the IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery and thanks Local 21 for its generous gift.