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Proclamation in Recognition of Conner Arsenault
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Whereas, on July 22, 2009 at 12:40 a.m. the Rochester Hills Fire Department responded to a garage fire at 2688 Hickory Lawn; and
Whereas, when Fire Department personnel arrived, they found the garage completely in flames and the house next door 25% in flames; and
Whereas, Fire Department personnel took immediate action to make sure there was no one in the house and all occupants were safely out of the burning structure; and
Whereas, Fire Department personnel were then able to extinguish the fire; and
Whereas, upon investigation, Fire Chief Ron Crowell learned that Conner Arsenault, age seven, was sound asleep when he suddenly woke and saw the fire; and
Whereas, using clear thinking, Conner was able to wake his mother and sister and they were all able to safely exit the house without injury.
Now, Therefore, Be It Known, that the Mayor and City Council of Rochester Hills hereby recognize Conner Arsenault for his bravery in taking action to save his family during an emergency situation.
Be It Further Known, that Rochester Hills Fire Chief Ron Crowell would like to offer his personal thanks to Conner Arsenault for his outstanding valor and heroism.