[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 28 (Tuesday, March 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E285]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO TIMOTHY BURRIS

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 7, 2006

  Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Timothy Burris, who 
retired on January 3rd of this year, after 26 years of dedicated 
service to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, his last 8 
years serving in the Laughlin Substation as Detective.
  Tim began his career in 1979 as a patrol officer in Las Vegas, and 
started the Bicycle Patrol Unit there. He moved up to work in the 
Detective Bureau, an assignment he has maintained for the last 15 
years. Tim also served on the International Outlaw Motorcycle Gang 
Investigators Association and before joining Metro, he served 3 tours 
in Vietnam in the U.S. Navy as a crewman on the U.S.S. Kawishiwi, 
affectionately referred to as the ``Special K'' by the crew.
  Demonstrating that his job is something he does, not who he is, 
Timothy's fondest memories are not necessarily the ones from being on 
the force, but rather memories of his family. The detective has 3 sons 
that he is very proud of; Timothy, 30, a high school art and theater 
teacher; Matthew, 27, a member of Metro's Mounted Patrol Unit; and 
James, 12, a middle school student and promising young bow-hunter.
  Tim has spent much of his career downplaying his efforts while 
serving on the force. When approached with a recommendation for an 
award or medal, with his typical humble demeanor he will tell you that 
he doesn't see the need for medals or honors. He feels that he is just 
doing his job. That unassuming attitude is exactly what makes Tim so 
loved and respected.
  His fellow police officers describe him as a real professional and a 
long-time solid police officer of the highest caliber. His outstanding 
record shows that he is the go-to-guy on any difficult case. His 
knowledge and experience will be greatly missed in southern Nevada.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Timothy Burris on the floor of 
the House today. I congratulate him on a great career and wish him the 
best in retirement.

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