City of Pittsfield Electromagnetic Sensitivity Day Proclamation
WHEREAS, the City of Pittsfield values the diversity, equity and inclusion of all its residents, including those with visible and invisible differences and especially those that involve physical or mental impairments that substantially limit one or more major life activities; and
WHEREAS, people of all ages in Pittsfield and throughout the world have developed Electromagnetic Sensitivity (EMS); and
WHEREAS, seven years ago, on June 16, 2017 “Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (*EHS”) Day, also known as Electromagnetic Sensitivity(“EMS”) was established; and
WHEREAS, EMS is characterized by a constellation of neurological and immunological symptoms; and
WHEREAS, there is a worldwide effort to raise awareness and visibility of EMS, to assure acceptance, equitable treatment, and inclusion in society; and
WHEREAS, as we work to create equality for all, we join with those throughout the United
States and the world in supporting awareness, acceptance, education, inclusion and equity to EMS and those who suffer from it.
NOW, THEREFORE, …