[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 137 (Tuesday, September 27, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                      TRIBUTE TO RURAL/METRO CORP.

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                           HON. KARAN ENGLISH

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 27, 1994

  Ms. ENGLISH of Arizona. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
Rural/Metro Corp. of Scottsdale, AZ, for being chosen as the 1994 
recipient of the Scottsdale Chamber's Excellence in Business Award. 
This award recognizes and honors a larger Scottsdale business that has 
made significant contributions to the social and economic foundation of 
the community.
  Having recently toured Rural/Metro, I can certainly see why the 
company has earned this recognition. Their responsiveness to the needs 
of the community was exemplified by their kind and courteous staff, 
which impressed me with their dedication to the betterment of their 
profession.
  The Rural/Metro Corp. was selected from 15 other nominees this year 
based on the following outstanding accomplishments.
  Rural/Metro has contributed to Scottsdale's economy by saving local 
residents millions of dollars annually through their innovative 
approaches to emergency services.
  Rural/Metro has acted as a good neighbor by providing public 
education programs to teach residents how to prevent emergencies from 
occurring, and what to do in case an emergency does arise.
  Rural/Metro's contributions to Scottsdale have brought the community 
national recognition, honor, and distinction.
  Rural/Metro has established notable leadership and dedication in 
Scottsdale's social, civic, and cultural programs.
  Rural/Metro has contributed significantly to Scottsdale's environment 
and infrastructure by being a sponsor of Valley Forward Earth Fest and 
providing a strong fire protection team and program for the residents.
  I am proud of the Rural/Metro Corp. and its record for not only 
serving the community, but for going above and beyond the call of duty 
in helping Arizonans. This national company, which started and based 
its headquarters in Scottsdale, AZ, has brought the community great 
honor, satisfaction, and pride.
  Congratulations to the Rural/Metro Corp. for their outstanding 
achievement.

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