Res. #18-003 - Recognizing Mrs. Kari Letourneau's Heroism

Home Browse Search

Res. #18-003 A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING MRS. KARI LETOURNFAITS HEROISM WHEREAS, Mrs, Kati Letourneau. is the Director of Apple Academy and a resident of Centerville, and WHEREAS, On February 1, 2018 she administered the Heindich Maneuver to a three(3) year old child under her care at the daycare facility who was chocking, Her efforts dislodged the food prior to first responders arriving, and WHEREAS, Mrs. Leto eau's training, calm demeanor and quick-thinking allowed her to administer needed attention to a child that was choking and in need of oxygen, and WHEREAS, Mrs. Leto eau, along with all Apple Academy statf, have received licensed dayeare required medical education certifications (first aid, CPR, severe head trauma, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, bloodbome pathogens and general child development). Apple Academy also trains it employees on mandated reporting, risk reduction and medication(s), and WHEREAS, Without Mrs. Leto eau's efforts, the outcome could have been tragic, and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF CENTERVILLE, MINNESOTA, that we acknowledge Mrs, Lemumeau's skills, staff and their desire to ensure the safety of all children at their facility. Way to go Kati! Adopted by the Council this 24th day of March, 2018. Je.. au, 'Mayor Attested: Tere sa Bender, City"'Clerk