[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 98 (Tuesday, July 25, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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   IN RECOGNITION OF SUPERVISORY SPECIAL AGENT TERRY SHUMARD ON THE 
                       OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2000

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that today I pay 
tribute to Supervisory Special Agent Terry Shumard on the occasion of 
his retirement. Terry has proudly served the Federal Bureau of 
Investigation for thirty years--demonstrating a remarkable dedication 
to public service.
  During his career, Terry was assigned to several offices, including 
Miami, New York, and San Juan, before he arrived to the New Haven 
Division as the primary assistant to the Special Agent in Charge for 
the State of Connecticut, directing all administrative and 
investigative operations. Terry was responsible for establishing and 
directing the Public Affairs and Community Relations Programs 
throughout Connecticut. With his hard work and exceptional talent, 
Terry soon became the FBI's liaison to Connecticut's state and federal 
elected officials. It was in this capacity that I first had the 
opportunity to work with Terry. His expertise and commitment to the 
public has been an invaluable asset to both myself and my staff.
  Over the past year, Terry has enjoyed tremendous success as the 
Project Coordinator for a U.S. Department of Justice pilot program, 
Strategic Approaches to Community Safety Initiative (SACSI). Requiring 
participation from the entire community, SACSI is designed to enhance 
the working relationship between the U.S. Attorney's office, local 
elected officials and community organizations. In a collaborative 
effort, this coalition of leaders analyze and identify the root causes 
of local crime issues and design targeted strategies and interventions 
to prevent and reduce crime. As one of only five cities chosen 
nationwide to participate in this program, leadership and experience 
were vital to the success of this project. With his strong background 
with the FBI and extensive experience working with local officials, 
Terry was an integral part of the success of this program.
  His commitment has made New Haven and the State of Connecticut a 
safer place to raise our children and families. Terry exemplifies what 
is best in law enforcement and public service. I consider myself 
fortunate to call him my friend. For his many years of service, 
compassion and dedication, it is with great pride that I stand today to 
recognize the outstanding career of Terry Shumard and extend my best 
wishes to him for continued health and happiness as he retires from 
public service. My sincere thanks and appreciation for his many 
contributions to our community.

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