[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 96 (Tuesday, July 16, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1268]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO PATRICK SULLIVAN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 16, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Sheriff Patrick Sullivan, Jr. of Arapahoe County, 
Colorado and thank him for his extraordinary contributions to his 
community and to his state. As a resident of Arapahoe County, Patrick 
has dedicated his career to protecting the community by selflessly 
devoting his time and energy to his job, his family, and his community. 
His remarkable nineteen years as sheriff serve as a symbol of the 
commitment that Patrick feels for the Arapahoe County Sheriff's 
department and the protection of Colorado residents. As we celebrate 
the accomplishments of his fine career, let it be known that I, along 
with the people of Colorado, applaud his efforts and are eternally 
grateful for all that he has done for his community.
  Sheriff Sullivan received his law enforcement training from several 
institutions including the FBI National Academy Sheriffs' Institute; 
the Juvenile Officers' Institute, California Specialized Training 
Institute, Special Tactical Firearms Course, and the Special Weapons 
and Tactics Course (SWAT). During his tenure as sheriff of Arapahoe 
County he led the department in becoming the first sheriff's office to 
national accreditation under the 908 professional standards established 
by the commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.
  During Patrick's time as Sheriff, Arapahoe County has hosted several 
Presidential events and a Papal visit, as well as co-hosting the 1997 
G-8 summit with the City of Denver. Each of these events presented 
security and terrorist threats that required significant preparation 
and uncommon diligence. In every event, Sheriff Sullivan and his men 
met the challenges presented by such high profile security details; 
professionalism and skill have been their hallmark throughout Patrick's 
tenure. Here in Washington, Sheriff Sullivan has shared his expert 
knowledge with me and my colleagues, having advised and testified 
before subcommittees of this House that deal with Crime and Trade, 
areas in which he has been able to provide us with invaluable guidance 
and wisdom.
  Mr. Speaker, it is clear that Sheriff Patrick Sullivan is a man of 
unparalleled dedication and commitment to his job, his community and 
his country. It is his dedication to hard work, as well as the spirit 
of integrity and selflessness, that I wish to bring before this body of 
Congress, and our nation. Sheriff Sullivan has honorably served his 
state and nation, and it is my privilege to extend to him my sincere 
congratulations on his retirement and to wish him all the best in his 
future endeavors.

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