[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 137 (Thursday, October 17, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1934]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO PATROL OFFICER KEVIN DELANEY

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                           HON. JERRY WELLER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 17, 2002

  Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Patrol Officer Kevin 
Delaney of the Wilmington City Police Department for his deserving 
efforts in retaining a canine unit for the community.
  Since March 3rd, 1990, Officer Kevin Delaney has served his community 
over and beyond the call of duty. Officer Delaney has received the 
Distinguished Service Award, an Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists 
Award, and a Felony Arrest Award. Officer Delaney continues to keep our 
district safe through his many live safe efforts, and specializations 
as an evidence technician and truck enforcement officer.
  Officer Kevin Delaney shows his concern throughout the community as 
he speaks to local schools about the dangers of gangs, drugs, drinking 
and driving, and speeding. His involvement in the Will County Gang 
Suppression Unit has initialized the drug enforcement issue in 
Wilmington, resulting in his determination to acquire a canine unit.
  Officer Kevin Delaney will be the officer in charge of the canine 
unit and take full responsibility in carrying out the duties expected 
of him. Officer Delaney represents one of the finest in the Wilmington 
City Police Department and will use his full potential to preserve the 
safety of the community.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge this body to identify and recognize others in 
their own districts whose actions have so greatly benefitted and 
strengthened America's communities.

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