Council Member Mackenzie Kelly stated, 'I think it is important as a city that we are good stewards of our employees,' emphasizing the need to reduce environmental and health impacts on firefighters.
Kelly expressed concern over firefighters suffering from cancer due to exposure to hazardous substances, indicating the necessity for urgent action against PFAS in firefighting equipment.
The resolution underlines the dangers of PFAS chemicals, stating, 'They are frequently called "forever chemicals" because of their persistence in the environment' and calling for a phase-out plan.
The resolution received unanimous support from the City Council, reflecting a collaborative effort to enhance the safety of firefighters by eliminating harmful substances from their equipment.
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