[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 146 (Monday, November 7, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2284]
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                     HONORING SHERIFF RICKY HEADLEY

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                         HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 7, 2005

  Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to honor Williamson 
County's own ``Singing Sheriff'', Ricky Headley. Since he took office 
in 2003, Headley has been instrumental in improving the lives of 
Williamson County residents--not only as Sheriff, but through his 
charitable works as well.
  As Sheriff, Headley has instituted new procedures, increased 
community outreach, and raised morale in the Sheriff's Office. A few of 
Headley's accomplishments include:
  A reduced Staff turnover rate at the Sheriff's Office.
  The Amber Alert System has been installed to assist in locating 
missing children.
  Privatized Jail Medical Program to save taxpayers' money and reduce 
liability.
  Sheriff's Office Citizens Academy Classes offered for the first time.
  Project Lifesaver implemented in April 2005 provides identification 
bracelets fitted with location transmitters for the mentally 
handicapped and Alzheimer's patients in order to allow their quick 
recovery should they wander from home.
  A Child Is Missing (ACIM) implemented in January 2005. This 
nationwide program allows for 1000 calls a minute to be made in a 
specific area should a child be reported missing.
  The result has been a decreasing crime rate in Williamson County even 
as the population increases.
  And despite the incredible demands of his job, Headley continues to 
delight Tennesseans with his musical talent. Performing with his band, 
Pure Country, Headley has entertained at more than 100 benefits and 
fundraisers--helping to raise over 300,000 dollars for charity.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my distinguished colleagues to join me in thanking 
Sheriff Headley for his contributions to Williamson County and sending 
our best wishes to his wife Melissa and children Ricky Jr. and Matt.

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