FDNY Medal Day 2016

T h e City of New Y o r k
O f f i c e of the May o r
N e w Y o r k, NY 10007
June 1, 2016
Dear Friends:
It is a great pleasure to welcome everyone to the New York City Fire Department’s
annual Medal Day celebration.
For the members of the FDNY – who responded to a record-breaking 1.7 million
emergencies, saved lives, and protected residents across all five boroughs – this year was an
exceptionally busy one. Under the leadership of Commissioner Nigro, these dedicated men and
women responded efficiently and effectively to any situation that arose, risked their own safety,
and put themselves directly in harm’s way. We are incredibly grateful for their courage, and I
am proud to celebrate all they have accomplished. Thanks to the important work they do, we
remain the safest big city in the world.
In 2015, we celebrated the Department’s 150 th anniversary, and this year, we have the
chance to commemorate another milestone as we mark the 20 th anniversary of the merger of the
FDNY and New York City EMS. This union made the Department the largest provider of
emergency medical services in the nation, and I applaud all of the FDNY members who have
worked so hard to uphold this institution’s legacy of excellence.
On behalf of all New Yorkers, congratulations to the outstanding individuals being
honored today. I offer my best wishes for a meaningful ceremony and continued success.
Sincerely,
Bill de Blasio
Mayor
Fire Department, City of New York • Medal Day 2016
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