Adopt Proclamation declaring the week of May 17 through May 23, 2026 as "Emergency Medical Services Week" in Santa Clara County. (Emergency Medical Services)
Board of Supervisors
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This document is a proclamation for Emergency Medical Services Week in Santa Clara County, recommending the week of May 17 through May 23, 2026, to honor emergency medical services. It highlights the importance of recognizing the contributions of emergency medical professionals and notes that there are no fiscal implications or impacts on children, seniors, or sustainability. The theme for 2026 is 'Improving Outcomes, Together.'
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Proclamation for Emergency Medical Services Week from May 17 to May 23, 2026.
No fiscal implications from the recommended action.
No/neutral impact on children, seniors, or sustainability.
2026 marks the 52nd annual EMS Week.
Theme for 2026 is 'Improving Outcomes, Together.'
Consequences of negative action include missing the opportunity to recognize emergency medical professionals.
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County of Santa Clara Emergency Medical Services 129102 DATE: May 18, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Nicholas Clay, Director, Emergency Medical Services SUBJECT: Proclamation for Emergency Medical Services Week RECOMMENDED ACTION Adopt Proclamation declaring the week of May 17 through May 23, 2026 as "Emergency Medical Services Week" in Santa Clara County. (Emergency Medical Services) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There are no fiscal implications resulting from the recommended action. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION National Emergency Medical Services Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine's "front line." CHILD IMPACT The recommended action will have no/neutral impact on children and youth. SENIOR IMPACT The recommended action will have no/neutral impact on seniors. SUSTAINABILITY IMPLICATIONS The recommended action will have no/neutral sustainability implications. BACKGROUND 2026 will mark the 52nd annual EMS Week. The theme for 2026 is “Improving Outcomes, Together.” Board of Supervisors: Sylvia Arenas, Betty Duong, Otto Lee, Susan Ellenberg, Margaret...
The Board of Supervisors of Santa Clara County has proclaimed the week of May 17-23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services Week to honor the dedication and skill of EMS professionals. The proclamation recognizes the vital role of EMS in public safety and healthcare, highlighting the theme 'Improving Outcomes, Together' for 2026. It acknowledges the contributions of the EMS workforce and the importance of their work in safeguarding community health and safety.
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Emergency Medical Services Week is celebrated annually to honor EMS professionals.
The EMS system includes a range of professionals working collaboratively to provide care.
EMS professionals respond to emergencies 24/7, often in high-pressure situations.
The 2026 theme is 'Improving Outcomes, Together,' emphasizing partnerships in emergency care.
The proclamation recognizes the contributions of the EMS workforce in Santa Clara County.
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PROCLAMATION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK WHEREAS, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week is celebrated annually to honor the dedication, skill, and compassion of EMS professionals who safeguard the health and safety of our communities; WHEREAS, the emergency medical services system is a vital public safety and healthcare resource, comprised of physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, administrators, firefighters, law enforcement officers, dispatchers, medical volunteers, support personnel, and others who work collaboratively to provide high-quality, time- critical care; WHEREAS, EMS professionals stand ready to provide lifesaving care 24 hours a day, seven days a week, responding to medical emergencies, traumatic injuries, disasters, and complex public health challenges with professionalism and resilience. EMS professionals routinely place themselves in harm’s way, working under intense pressure to assess, stabilize, and transport patients, while also offering vital emotional support to families during the most difficult moments; , WHEREAS, the 2026 national EMS Week theme, “Improving Outcomes,...