[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 148 (Wednesday, November 30, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                   IN HONOR OF CAPT. ANDREW CONSIGLIO

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 29, 1994

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of a dear friend and remarkable man, Capt. Andrew 
Consiglio. A man who is affectionately known by his colleagues, 
neighbors, and friends in New Haven, CT as ``Captain Andy.''
  Since 1966, Captain Consiglio has been serving the citizens of New 
Haven. He first joined the New Haven Police Department as a patrol 
officer. Throughout his career he has been promoted several times, from 
the rank of detective to sergeant and lieutenant, culminating in his 
being named captain on July 12, 1994.
  During his 28 years of dedicated service, Captain Consiglio has been 
frequently honored by his peers and community. His honors include: 18 
certificates of commendation from the New Haven Police Department; 9 
letters of commendation; 27 letters of appreciation; and a certificate 
of appreciation from the New Haven Police Department as well. In 1981, 
Captain Consiglio was named Police Officer of the Year by the 
congregation of St. Michael's Catholic Church in New Haven, CT. He was, 
in fact, the first recipient of this award, which has since become one 
of the highest honors the community bestows on the city's police 
officers. He also received the Santa Maria Maddalena Civil Service 
Award in 1981.
  Aside from his decorated record as a high ranking law enforcement and 
community official, Captain Consiglio has also been praised for the 
substantial contributions he has made as a tireless and compassionate 
volunteer. He is best known for the work he has done at Southbery 
Training School, a state-run home for mentally retarded children. 
Whether it is fundraising, organizing annual outings, or planning the 
traditional Christmas party at Southbery, Captain Consiglio has made a 
tremendous difference in the lives of these students.
  At a time when the fear of crime is escalating and the role of law 
enforcement is being redefined, Captain Consiglio stands as a role 
model for others. He is an inspiration to his fellow officers, for he 
exemplifies what one person can accomplish by getting involved. He is a 
brave and generous man who gives of himself everyday. For this reason, 
he has won the hearts of the people of New Haven, CT. But no one is 
more proud of Captain Consiglio than the people he has lived with all 
of his life in Wooster Square, his family, his friends, and his 
neighbors.
  I salute Captain Consiglio and congratulate him on a successful and 
dignified record of service to people of New Haven, CT.

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