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THE MUNICIPALITY OF
CHESTER
PROCLAMATION
Exemplary Service from our Volunteer Fire Departments
WHEREAS our Volunteer Fire Departments in Blandford, Chester, Chester Basin,
Hubbards, Martins River, New Ross and Western Shore provide fire and emergency
services to our Municipality and through mutual aid to surrounding areas; and
WHEREAS the Municipality of Chester;
• recognizes fire is a serious public safety concern;
• commits to the safety and security of all citizens;
• reminds everyone to be responsive to public education measures and take action
to increase their safety from fire and earnestly work to eliminate fire hazards; and
• supports the members of our Volunteer Fire Service for their continuing efforts in
fire prevention and suppression across our Municipality and to our mutual aid
partners and communities;
THEREFORE, the Municipality of Chester hereby proclaims and recognizes the care and
dedication of our volunteer fire firefighters in Blandford, Chester, Chester Basin,
Hubbards, Martins River, New Ross and Western Shore. Our volunteers respond
immediately and without question to answer all calls for assistance. After successfully
fighting the Beech Hill wildfire and continuing to respond to local emergencies, our Fire
Departments stepped up and provided much -needed assistance and resources to the
emergency crews involved in the wildfires in Shelburne and HRM. The Municipality thanks
all our firefighters and their families for the incredible service and sacrifice they provided
during this recent urgent time of need. We also thank our local businesses who donated
supplies as well as employers who support our firefighters with time off to respond.
Allen Webber, Warden