[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 106 (Tuesday, July 30, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S7574]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      DAVID BIBBER IS RETIRING AFTER A LIFETIME OF PUBLIC SERVICE

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to 
commend and congratulate David Bibber who is retiring as chief of 
Dover's Fire and Rescue.
  Davis Bibber has been chief of Dover, NH, Fire and Rescue team since 
1978 and has recently decided his position as chief is in need of some 
``new blood.'' Bibber was the new kid on the block when he began as a 
fireman at the Fairfax County fire department in 1962 at 18 years of 
age. David started as a volunteer and was permitted to live at the fire 
station while he finished school. After a few short years, David was 
granted a full-time job with the department. David's story is an 
inspirational example of the American dream; working his way up to the 
top.
  On David's watch some major accomplishments have been achieved at 
Dover Fire and Rescue. Among them are the implementation of paramedic 
services, increased responsibility for emergency management services, 
greater enforcement of building codes, and an expansion in public 
education programs throughout the community pertaining to fire and 
safety. While David has been chief, Dover has also developed a central 
alarm system by combining the dispatch services for the police and fire 
department to lessen the response time for support.
  Chief Bibber gives all the credit for his and the fire department's 
successes to his staff. He recognizes the hard work and dedication that 
each member of the team has offered in order to keep the city's rescue 
services running smoothly. David also recognizes the hard work that all 
city workers provide, respecting city counselors in particular for 
their pro bono duties and efforts to make the lives of Dover residents 
better.
  Congratulations to Mr. David Bibber. I thank you, New Hampshire 
thanks you, and the city of Dover thanks you for serving the interests 
of the people with care and capability.

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