[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 99 (Tuesday, July 25, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1528]
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                        TRIBUTE TO JOHN B. DEAN

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                       HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2006

  Mr. McCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor and acknowledge John 
B. Dean, Chief of Police of the Waterford Police Department, upon his 
retirement from a distinguished career in public service.
  From a young age, Chief Dean dedicated his life to protecting the 
citizens of Michigan. At age 15, he enrolled as a cadet in the 
Waterford Police Department before enlisting in the United States 
Marine Corps. Following his military service, Chief Dean first joined 
the Detroit Police Department before returning to Waterford in 1975, 
where he continued his career in law enforcement. Over the next three 
decades, Chief Dean advanced through the ranks of the Waterford Police 
Department, eventually serving as a Patrol Officer, Undercover Officer, 
Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Youth Liaison Officer, Patrol 
Lieutenant, and Detective Bureau Commander. In January of 2000, he was 
promoted to Chief of Police.
  A Central Michigan University alumnus and graduate of the F.B.I. 
National Academy, Chief Dean also served on the Police and Fire Pension 
Board of Waterford Township, Board of Directors of the Boy Scouts of 
America, Board of Directors of the Oakland County Chiefs of Police, the 
State Police Advisory Board, and as Treasurer of the Michigan 
Association of Public Employee Retirement Systems. For his tireless 
service to the community, Chief Dean has been recognized with the 
Officer of the Year Award; the Medal for Bravery; the Meritorious 
Service Award; and was named Waterford Employee of the Year.
  Mr. Speaker, for 31 years, Chief John B. Dean has unwaveringly upheld 
his oath to protect and defend the citizens of Michigan. As he enters 
the next phase of his life, he leaves behind a legacy of dedication, 
honor, and courage. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in 
congratulating Chief Dean upon his retirement and recognizing his years 
of loyal service to our community and our country.

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