On May 16…Council presented a resolution recognizing the Atlantic City Fire Department.
- Atlantic City Fire Department has the responsibility for maintaining the safety of the residents and visitors to the City of Atlantic City.
- Under the direction of AC Fire Chief Scott Evans, the FD has made significant efforts to be responsive to the needs of the community and to develop community’ relationships.
- The ACFD has participated in heroic and lifesaving actions without recognition
- The job of a firefighter is a difficult one. One that requires constant preparation and training. They put their lives on the line.
The City Council desires to recognize the Atlantic City Fire Department, not only for the work that they do, but for the tremendous sacrifice that firefighters have made and continue to make on behalf of our residents.
The City Council of the City of Atlantic City hereby proudly recognizes its Fire Department and issues its heartfelt gratitude for the service they provide.
On Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 9:14 pm, OFFICER RYAN KOV, OFFICER WAH AB MALIK and OFFICER GEORGE MANCUSO responded to a report of an individual walking in traffic at Virginia and Atlantic Ave.
The individual appeared to be under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. Near the corner of Pennsylvania and Atlantic Ave. He ignored officers’ request to stay on the ground while an ambulance was en route. He attempted to crawl toward traffic, creating a life-threatening situation and jeopardizing public safety.
The individual became agitated and reached for Officer Kov’s baton, ripping it from the officer’s belt. The individual refused to drop the baton and was ultimately restrained by the officers without further incident.
As frequently witnessed throughout the nation, the apprehension of individuals who resist arrest and attempt to disarm a law enforcement officer, often ends tragically. These incidents result in community outrage and erode the relationship between law enforcement and the community.
OFFICER KOV, OFFICER MALIK, and OFFICER MANCUSO handled the incident of April 10, 2018 with extreme care and caution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Council of the City of Atlantic City recognizes and commends the swift action of OFFICER RYAN KOV, OFFICER WAHAB MALIK and OFFICER GEORGE MANCUSO to prevent a dangerous situation from escalating and potentially causing loss of life; and extends sincere appreciation for their professionalism and outstanding efforts to protect and serve the public.
Council Member SMALL Presents the following resolution.
CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY OF IDRIZ ‘DAVE’ KARPUZI
Before restaurateur IDRIZ “DAVE” KARPUZI established eateries in South Jersey, he was introduced to the world as the youngest of 6 children on his father’s farm in a small Albanian village in the Balkan region.
Growing up in a community marginalized by political turmoil and poverty, DAVE dreamed of coming to America, where someone told him the streets were paved with gold. A fiery and ambitious young man, his first business venture was selling eggs with his nephew at the farmers markets after school.
At age of 19, DAVE made the bold decision to pursue die American Dream. That meant dropping out of college at the behest of his father. Believed his son would make a more comfortable living as a history professor. He arrived in Staten Island. Three years later, he met his future and supportive wife Jeri, of 31 years.
WHEREAS, Eventually, he moved his family to Atlantic County to establish his first business, The Pizza Factory in Pleasantville. Motivated to make die most of this opportunity, DAVE would successively go on to found Gino’s Pizza in Ventnor (naming Gino’s as homage to the first pizzeria that ever hired him) and Gino’s Pizza in Atlantic City, Pierre’s Pizza in Margate, as well as solely organizing cultural festivals for the Albanian-American Community. Embraced by the locals who call him Gino, he also gave back to Atlantic City
WHEREAS, DAVE believed in the importance of helping others for the sake of sharing opportunities. HE continued to live, thrive and touch lives with his generosity in South Jersey until his passing on January 11, 2018 at the age of 52
WHEREAS, The Council of the City of Atlantic City hereby desires to pay tribute to the life and legacy of IDRIZ ‘DAVE’ KARPUZI and hereby recognizes and commends his dedicated and devoted efforts to promote the health and well-being of Atlantic City residents.