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Pennsauken deputy mayor thanks police, firefighters and EMS at annual heroes barbecue
Summary
Deputy Mayor Jessica Rafay, speaking for Mayor Roberts and the Pennsauken Township Committee, thanked police, firefighters and EMS at the Riverfront Rehab-hosted annual heroes barbecue, praising their courage and community support.
Deputy Mayor Jessica Rafay thanked police officers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel Monday at the annual heroes barbecue hosted by Riverfront Rehab in Pennsauken Township. Rafay said she was speaking on behalf of Mayor Roberts and the Pennsauken Township Committee.
"Our first responders are the backbone of public safety," Rafay said, praising their willingness to "run toward danger when others run away" and describing their work as driven by "duty and compassion." She singled out their courage and professionalism and said the township is grateful for their service.
Rafay also acknowledged Riverfront Rehab for hosting the event and called community partnerships essential to recognizing and supporting first responders. "It's partners like Riverfront Rehab who help reinforce the message," she said, thanking the organization for its continued partnership.
The remarks were brief and ceremonial; no formal township actions or policy announcements were made during the speech. The event honored public safety personnel and served as a community expression of gratitude.
