[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 120 (Monday, October 2, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1643]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                         HONORING MIKE CHESNICK

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 2, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with immense sadness that I take this 
moment to honor the remarkable life of Mike Chesnick. For two decades, 
Mike served the community of Grand Junction, Colorado with valor and 
distinction, retiring as Chief of Police in 1974. He was a role model 
for his community and an example of what a police officer can and 
should strive to be. As family, friends, and fellow officers remember 
this great American, I would like to take this time to honor this truly 
remarkable human being.
  Chief Chesnick began his distinguished career of service to America 
when he joined the 10th Mountain Division in 1946, where he served in 
Italy and Austria during WWII. After returning a proud veteran and 
serving his county well, he began his illustrious career in law 
enforcement. In 1954 he joined the Grand Junction Police Department as 
a patrolman. His remarkable intellect and outstanding leadership 
abilities rapidly shot him up the ranks of the department. In 1961, he 
was promoted to Sergeant and in 1966 he began his role as Chief.
  Chief Chesnick's leadership was well respected and inspired other 
officers under his leadership to serve with dedication, dignity and 
integrity. Beyond his widely regarded efforts as a police officer, Mike 
also worked with a number of other community based organizations, 
including the local Elk's Lodge where he was a lifetime member.
  Chief Chesnick served his community, State, and Nation admirably and 
he his service at home and abroad was an inspiration to us all. Mr. 
Speaker, as a former police officer, I ask that we take this time to 
honor an individual that has set the standard for excellence as a 
member of the law enforcement community. On behalf of the State of 
Colorado and the US Congress, I would like to thank Chief Chesnick for 
his immeasurable service to his community. His leadership and 
compassion went far beyond the line of duty and his memory will long 
live in the hearts of all that knew him.
  Mike Chesnick will be greatly missed.

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