[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 28, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E221]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING DANIEL J. O'CONNOR

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                            HON. BILL BAKER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 27, 1996

  Mr. BAKER of California. Mr. Speaker, when I was growing up in 
Oakland, CA, crime was something I only read about in the papers. Yet 
in our day, the grim realities of lawbreaking are all too commonplace 
in each of our communities.
  That is why I am especially pleased to recognize the contributions of 
one of California's finest to making the bay area's streets and 
neighborhoods safer. Sergeant Daniel J. O'Connor began his law 
enforcement career in 1962 when he joined the Concord, CA police 
department. He was appointed to the Bay Area Rapid Transit [BART] 
Police Department in 1973, and achieved the rank of sergeant in 1976. 
His 34 years of service have been a testimony to his devotion to duty 
and his commitment to the people of California.
  As he prepares to retire in March, it is my hope that he will be 
encouraged by many good memories of his years of faithful service. His 
friends on the force will miss him, and his example of fidelity and 
dedication will continue to remind those who have worked with him of 
the vital importance of service in the public interest.
  I wish Sergeant O'Connor the very best for many years of productive 
and enjoyable retirement, and am pleased to recognize this fine public 
servant in the Congressional Record.

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