[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 152 (Thursday, November 12, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2318]
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     HONORING POLICE CHIEF JOHN AMBROGIO FOR EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of Connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 12, 1998

  Mr. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of a dedicated and highly 
respected member of the Hamden Police Department whose decision to 
retire ended a career in law enforcement which spanned more than forty 
years. Chief John Ambrogio leaves a legacy of dedication, integrity, 
and excellence spanning over four decades, and he will not be forgotten 
by his fellow officers or by the citizens of Hamden.
  Chief Ambrogio dedicated nearly a third of his life to leading the 
Department of Police Services with dignity and virtue, and his work has 
had a profound effect on the quality of life in Hamden. Eighteen 
departmental commendations as well as various other professional 
accolades reflect the commitment and devotion John has given to Hamden 
and its residents. John's good work is reflected in dramatic reductions 
in crime rates, the inauguration of the annual Halloween party, and the 
development of a progressive and highly effective police department--
just a few examples of the contributions he has made to the Hamden 
community.
  As a professional law enforcement officer, the various ways John has 
influenced the community are innumerable. Hamden residents credit 
John's work as Chief of Police as the most important factor in keeping 
Hamden a safe community, which is relatively free of criminal activity 
and drug trafficking. John Ambrogio has become an indispensable figure 
in Hamden and replacing him will be a tremendously difficult task.
  It is with great pleasure that I join with his wife, Maureen, his 
children, and grandchildren as we honor my dear friend Police Chief 
John Ambrogio for more than forty years of dedication and commitment to 
the Town of Hamden. I wish him many happy years in his retirement.

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