IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION celebrating the 150th Anniversary of St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.
Intro
RESOLUTION NO. 21778, October 21, 2024
INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV, Jalen Anderson, Donna Peyton, Megan L. Marshall, Venessa Huskey, Charlie Franklin, DaRon McGee, Jeanie Lauer, and Sean E. Smith, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, St. Joseph Medical Center has served the Kansas City community for 150 years with distinction, providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare to generations of residents, and consistently placing patient well-being at the forefront of its mission; and,
WHEREAS, founded in 1874 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Joseph Medical Center has upheld a proud tradition of excellence in healthcare, growing from its humble beginnings into a leading medical institution known for its commitment to clinical advancement and patient-centered care; and,
WHEREAS, St. Joseph Medical Center has proven itself among an elite group of healthcare providers by consistently delivering superior medical treatment in time-critical diagnoses, ensuring that patients receive timely and effective care in moments of urgency; and,
WHEREAS, the medical center has earned prestigious recognition for its outstanding performance in stroke care, receiving the Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association for its adherence to the highest standards in the treatment of stroke patients, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes; and,
WHEREAS, the dedicated physicians, nurses, and staff of St. Joseph Medical Center have been instrumental in upholding the values of integrity, compassion, and professionalism, serving with distinction and making an indelible impact on the lives of countless patients and their families; and,
WHEREAS, the Jackson County Legislature hereby honors and celebrates the 150th anniversary of St. Joseph Medical Center, recognizing its extraordinary contributions to healthcare and its ongoing role in promoting the health and vitality of our community; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED that the County Legislature extends their deepest gratitude to the staff, physicians, and administrators of St. Joseph Medical Center for their unwavering commitment to excellence and compassionate care, and look forward to their continued success in the years to come.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon its passage by a majority of the Legislature.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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County Counselor
Certificate of Passage
I hereby certify that the attached resolution, Resolution No. 21778 of October 21, 2024, was duly passed on October 21, 2024 by the Jackson County Legislature. The votes thereon were as follows:
Yeas ______8___________ Nays ____0_______
Abstaining _____0______ Absent ___1_________
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Date Mary Jo Spino, Clerk of Legislature