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1st Annual Jeff Annas Memorial Firefighter 5K Run

Lt. Jeff Annas, a 25 year veteran of Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, passed away suddenly on March 30th, 2008. During his 25 years of service, Lt. Annas was known for his commitment to the community, winning numerous service awards. Lt. Annas was also an avid runner and was working on organizing a 5k charity run when he passed away. Please join us in honoring Jeff at the 1st Annual Jeff Annas Memorial Firefighters 5k Run. Proceeds to benefit the Palm Beach County Firefighters Benevolent Fund.

The race will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2008 ("B" Shift), at Okeeheelee Park. Start time will be 8:00 a.m. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early in order to pick up your race bib and timing chip.

To register for the run, or for more information, please visit www.active.com

About the Race:The race will be held at Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach. The course runs on roads and paved bike trails, and will be timed by Accuchip timing. All registered runners will receive a free "fire department" style t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 people in each age group. There will also be a firefighter division and a Fire-Rescue employee division. The race will honor not only Jeff but all Fire-Rescue employees who serve their community. The pipes and drums will be there to play, and the Hazardous Materials Team will provide cooling relief with a decon shower. Food and refreshments will be provided both pre-and post race.

Commemorative Coins: In addition to a free t-shirt, participants will have the opportunity to purchase a Fire Department Race Commemorative Challenge Coin. The coin will reflect the tradition of the fire department challenge coin and be specific to this year's race. You can purchase the challenge coin for $10 during the registration process at www.active.com. Coins may also be available on race day, but cannot be guaranteed.

About the Benevolent Fund: The Professional Firefighters/Paramedics Benevolent Fund, Inc is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization established in 2006. The Mission Statement is to assist our member firefigters/paramedics and residents of Palm Beach County in times of need, providing financial aid and volunteer services in cases of: illness, injury, death, life threatening conditions, and disaster relief. The Benevolent also has programs and services for Adopt-a-Family, Habitat for Humanity, as well as scholarship programs and others.

If you would like to register for the race please do so at www.active.com

If you are interested in volunteering please contact Richard Ellis via e-mail (rellis@pbcgov.org) or phone at (561) 512-5134.

Questions and Answers

Can anybody enter the race, or do I have to be a firefighter?

You do not have to work for Fire-Rescue or be a firefighter to enter. Friends, family, or anybody else who wants to show their support can enter the race.

Can I participate by walking instead of running?

Yes! There will be no seperate starting time or division for walkers, but if you register you can choose to run or walk the event.