[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 136 (Friday, August 8, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E756]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNIZING EVERGREEN FIRE/RESCUE

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                        HON. BRITTANY PETTERSEN

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 8, 2025

  Ms. PETTERSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Evergreen Fire/
Rescue for receiving the Mission Lifeline Emergency Medical Service 
Gold Award from the American Heart Association for a third consecutive 
year.
  This prestigious award recognizes agencies with an outstanding 
ability to quickly recognize a heart attack or stroke and provide high-
quality care. In these high-pressure cardiac situations, timely care 
from an EMS team can be the difference between life and death.
  Since 2014, Evergreen Fire/Rescue (EFR) has been honored with this 
award four times. EFR Chief Dave Montesi attributes the team's success 
to their experienced paramedics, most of whom have more than 20 years 
of experience in the field. Evergreen's rural geography presents unique 
challenges in emergency situations, as the local hospital is located 
miles away from most residents. EFR's quick responses consistently make 
a real difference when other help isn't always readily available, and 
we are grateful for their lifesaving service to our community.
  On behalf of the people of Colorado's Seventh Congressional District, 
it is my honor to congratulate Evergreen Fire/Rescue on their 3rd 
consecutive Mission Lifeline EMS Gold Award. We thank them for the 
exceptional care they provide to the people of Evergreen and the 
countless lives they have saved.

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