RESO Honoring the Emergency Preparedness Division of the City’s Fire & Rescue Department for Exemplary Svc, Operational Excellence, & Statewide Leadership in Comprehensive Emerg Mgmt, Recognizing the Div as 1 of the Most Respected Emerg Mgmt Div in the State of FL, & Commending Chief Andre Ayoub for His Exemplary Leadership, Professional Distinction, & Unwavering Svs to the People of Jax (Hampsey) (Introduced by CM Johnson) (Co-Sponsors CMs Amaro & Howland) 2/10/26 CO Introduced: R 2/17/26 R Approve 6-0 2/24/26 CO Approve 17-0

This resolution honors the Emergency Preparedness Division of the City of Jacksonville’s Fire and Rescue Department for its exemplary service, operational excellence, and statewide leadership in comprehensive emergency management. The Division is recognized as one of the most respected in Florida. The resolution also commends Chief Andre Ayoub for his exemplary leadership and service. The resolution was introduced by Council Member Johnson and co-sponsored by Council Members Amaro and Howland. It passed the City Council with a vote of 6-0 on February 17, 2026, and a final vote of 17-0 on February 24, 2026.