[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 91 (Thursday, June 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1306]
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              TRIBUTE TO THE CITY OF STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT

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                         HON. CHRISTOPHER SHAYS

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 19, 2003

  Mr. SHAYS. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to congratulate 
the City of Stamford, CT, which was recently ranked the fifth safest 
city in the country and the second safest city in the Northeast. 
Perhaps even more remarkable is that recent FBI statistics indicate 
Stamford led the Nation in reducing crime during 2002, recording an 
amazing 22 percent decrease.
  This achievement is all the more impressive because Stamford was able 
to reduce crime despite having a smaller police force. This 
extraordinary accomplishment is a testament to the dedication of Chief 
Louis DeCarlo and the entire police force, as well as the excellent 
leadership of Mayor Dan Malloy and the City Government.
  Stamford has led our region and Nation by implementing creative 
measures to reduce crime, including the use of community policing. The 
City also sent School Resource Officers to schools where they were able 
to effectively connect with the City's youth.
  I also congratulate the people of Stamford who have worked so hard to 
make their hometown a great place to raise their children, to work and 
to visit.
  As a former longtime resident of Stamford, I can attest to how 
wonderful a place it is to live. Stamford's tremendous potential is 
reinforced by its designation as one of the safest cities in America.

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