[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 124 (Wednesday, September 17, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1771]
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   TRIBUTE TO THE RETIREES OF THE STERLING HEIGHTS FIREFIGHTERS UNION

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 17, 1997

  Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, on Friday, September 19, the Sterling Heights 
Firefighters Union will host their annual dinner-dance honoring their 
1997 retirees.
  It is my distinct privilege to recognize the five retiring 
firefighters for their outstanding contributions to humanity: Advanced 
Life Support Coordinator Gregory B. Dobkin, Fire Inspector Michael T. 
LeBeau, Chief of Operations Kenneth R. Podolski, Battalion Chief Dale 
A. Vergauwen, and Battalion Chief John Edward Werkman.
  These gentlemen have demonstrated acts of heroism and actions above 
and beyond the call of duty. Indeed, the people of Sterling Heights 
have been well-served by the untiring care and concern each of these 
men has given without limitations to their community.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing these 
gentlemen for their dedication, accomplishments, and years of service. 
I wish them good health and happiness as they move forward in their 
lives.

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