[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 38 (Wednesday, March 10, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E384]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




IN HONOR OF POLICE OFFICER DANIEL ALDAY AND HIS 26 YEARS OF SERVICE TO 
                     THE RESIDENTS OF MILPITAS, CA

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                        HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 10, 1999

  Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to honor Officer Daniel Alday, a 
dedicated member of the Milpitas Police Department for over two 
decades. Officer Alday retired on February 14, 1999 and will be honored 
later this month by the Milpitas Police Department.
  Office Alday joined the Department on January 31, 1977, after four 
years of experience as a County Animal Control Officer. Officer Alday's 
bilingual abilities were a great asset to the Department over the 
years. His ready assistance was much appreciated by other officers and 
the Hispanic community.
  Office Alday was a K-9 officer from 1980 to 1983. During this time, 
he and his dog were productive in locating and apprehending suspects; 
they received numerous commendations from the community, and 
neighboring police agencies.
  From 1983 to 1992, Officer Alday served in the traffic division as a 
Motorcycle Traffic Officer. He attended the California Highway Patrol 
Academy for motorcycle training, and surpassed their rigorous 
requirements. During his tenure as a traffic officer, Officer Alday was 
certified by the courts as an expert in DUI cases. He advanced to 
accident reconstructionist after completion of accident reconstruction 
school and certification by the State of California.
  From 1989 to 1996, Officer Alday served as a hostage negotiator. He 
assisted in many difficult situations that ended peacefully.
  Officer Alday returned to patrol in 1992 and was selected for the 
position of DARE Officer. In 1994, Dan was assigned to the Public 
Relations Unit as a DARE Officer. He taught the DARE curriculum each 
year to four elementary schools, where he was instrumental in bringing 
new ideas to the DARE program. DARE activities included Skate Night for 
DARE students, lunch with the DARE Officer, and slide presentations of 
Student DARE activities that promoted parent participation to DARE 
graduations.
  Officer Alday's duties also included giving safety presentations to 
women's groups, businesses, and the community-at-large. He also 
conducted Mock Robbery Training courses for bank employees. Officer 
Alday continued to receive commendations from the community during his 
time with the Public Relations Unit.
  Regretfully, Officer Alday's police career is ending early because of 
a job-related injury. He has been an asset to the Milpitas Police 
Department because of his long-term service to the community. His 
contributions are numerous and his example is an inspiration. I join 
the Milpitas community in applauding Officer Alday's dedication, 
expertise and achievements. I wish him continued success in his future 
endeavors.

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