[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 14 (Tuesday, January 29, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E102-E103]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING CHIEF GARY WESTPHAL FOR 35 YEARS OF SERVICE

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 29, 2008

  Mr. HENSARLING. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize an 
outstanding citizen and public servant, Chief Gary Westphal, in honor 
of his retirement from 35 years of service at the Mesquite Police 
Department.

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  In 1972, Chief Westphal started his service as a jailer and was 
promoted through the ranks until 2002, when he became Chief of Police 
for the Mesquite Police Department.
  Chief Westphal pioneered several student, anti-drug campaigns such as 
``Slama Bama Jama,'' ``What If,'' and the ``Cheese Anti-drug 
Initiative.'' Esteemed by his community and peers, Chief Westphal was 
named ``Hometown Hero'' by Town East Mall and ``Top Cop'' 2006 by the 
Texas Police Chiefs Association.
  In addition to faithfully serving his community, Chief Westphal is a 
husband to Susan, a father of three children, and a grandfather.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the Fifth District of Texas, I am honored 
to recognize Chief Gary Westphal for his courage in protecting and 
serving the citizens of Mesquite.

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