[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 99 (Tuesday, July 25, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1522]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  CONGRATULATING MAJOR PHILLIP GARRETT

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                             HON. JO BONNER

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2006

  Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Major Phillip 
Garrett on his newest posting as Chief of Police of Mobile, Alabama.
  Major Garrett was born on December 26, 1950, in Prentiss, 
Mississippi. His education and specialized training is extensive, 
including attending the 194th session of the FBI Academy and receiving 
a bachelor of science degree from Troy State University in Criminal 
Justice Administration. He has served on the Mobile Police Department 
for 33 years, starting his career as a patrol officer. Since 1999, 
Garrett has served as head of the department's Community Services 
Division.
  Major Garrett has received many commendations and recognitions, 
including the Chief's Commendation from Chief Sam Cochran, the Life 
Saving Award from the Mobile Police Department, and the Medal of Valor 
from the Mobile Police Department. He has also been recognized for his 
outstanding performances on Competitive Promotional Exams, and in 2004, 
he was recognized as the top scorer on the Competitive Promotional Exam 
for Major.
  Garrett is considered an innovator amongst his colleagues and has 
worked to improve relationships between officers and the community. He 
served on the Envision Coastal America Steering Committee, the Underage 
Drinking Taskforce, and the Clean Start Pre-natal Substance Abuse 
Committee. He is also a member of the board of directors for Camp Rap-
A-Hope, a children's oncology summer camp. Major Garrett is married to 
Tammy Smitherman and has three children: Phillip M. Garrett, Jr., 
Sergeant Matthew Ryan Garrett of the Mobile Police Department, and 
Kendall W. Smitherman.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my great honor to recognize Major Phillip Garrett 
and commend him for his hard work and this well-deserved appointment as 
Chief of Police of Mobile, Alabama. I know Major Garrett's family and 
friends join me in praising his accomplishments and extending thanks 
for his efforts on behalf of the citizens of Mobile.

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