Remebering the Scientology Volunteer Ministers at Ground Zero

Stephan Hittman Chief Executive Officer 9/11 Foundation, Honorary Commissioner New York Fire Department

presented the following proclamation at the Grand Opening of the Church of Scientology of New York (an event attended by Mr. David Miscavige in acknowledgement of the courage and dedication of the New York Scientology Volunteer Ministers).

"In recognition of the humanitarian efforts of the Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology, and the help they provided to members of the Fire Department of the City of New York, in keeping with the principles developed by L. Ron Hubbard; and

"WHEREAS: FDNY and the 911 PROGRAM recognize this unwavering commitment to firefighters, to paramedics, to other rescue workers, in keeping with our proudest traditions; and be it known,

"THEREFORE: That FDNY and the 911 PROGRAM officially recognize this dedicated service to the citizens of the City of New York, and hereby bestow upon L. Ron Hubbard and the Volunteer Ministers of the Church of Scientology, the FDNY and the 911 PROGRAM's Medal of Valor and 9–11 Service Award — on the occasion of the Grand Opening of the New York Church of Scientology."