The Council of the District of Columbia

The Office of Councilmember Mary M. Cheh, Ward 3

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2012

Communications Director: Kiara Pesante o: 202-724-8089 c: 202-701-9439

Councilmember Cheh to Honor First Responders on 9/11

Will tour several fire stations in Ward 3 that assisted with Pentagon evacuation efforts

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, September 11, 2012, Councilmember Mary M. Cheh will recognize and thank those who make significant sacrifices for our community every day. In honor of the National Day of Service, Councilmember Cheh will deliver refreshments to several fire houses in Ward 3.

WHO: Councilmember Mary M. Cheh (D–Ward 3)

WHAT: A tour of Ward 3 fire stations to honor first responders

WHEN: Tuesday, September 11, 2012

WHERE: 9 a.m.             Engine 31 in Forest Hills, 4930 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.
9:30 a.m.        Engine 20 in Tenleytown, 4300 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W.
10 a.m.           Engine 29 in the Palisades, 5900 MacArthur Boulevard, N.W.

NOTE: The Cleveland Park Fire Station is currently undergoing renovations, and the staff is divided among local firehouses. Each stop is open to the media, and community members are encouraged to participate.

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