[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 91 (Thursday, June 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1308]
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              TRIBUTE: TELLURIDE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 19, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress today 
to pay tribute to the contributions that the men and women of the 
Telluride Volunteer Fire Department have made to the Telluride 
community and the State of Colorado. This year, the Telluride Volunteer 
Fire Department will be marking its 125th anniversary of service to the 
community. As we reflect upon this landmark anniversary, I would like 
to commend the Telluride Volunteer Fire Department for its invaluable 
public service.
   The Telluride Volunteer Fire Department's technology has evolved at 
the same rapid pace as the town that it serves. Since its early days, 
the department has become one of the best-equipped volunteer fire 
departments in the country. In addition to its technology and 
equipment, the efficacy of the Department has depended upon its 
volunteers' unwavering commitment and the community's steadfast 
support. The department's skill and level of commitment have earned it 
a position as one of the most respected organizations in the community.
  The Department serves the Telluride community in numerous ways. Each 
year, the Department provides a $1,000 renewable scholarship to one 
graduating senior from Telluride High School. This year, members of the 
Fire Department expect to increase the amount of the scholarship to 
$1,500. Moreover, the Department is responsible for putting on a 
spectacular fireworks display each year for its Fourth of July 
celebration.
   Mr. Speaker, I am deeply honored to pay tribute to the Telluride 
Volunteer Fire Department. The Fire Department's volunteers selflessly 
sacrifice their time in order to provide a vital service to the 
Telluride community. I commend the Telluride Volunteer Fire Department 
for 125 years of excellence and thank its volunteers for their 
exemplary public service.

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