[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 133 (Wednesday, September 29, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1781]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


HONORING MR. IAN SEIVWRIGHT ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT AS DEPUTY 
 CHIEF OF THE WESTERN SPRINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT AFTER 50 YEARS OF SERVICE

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 29, 2010

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Ian 
Seivwright, who has contributed to the safety and welfare of Western 
Springs residents over the last 50 years as a member of the Western 
Springs Fire Department. His final day with the fire department will be 
October 1, 2010.
  Western Springs was founded in 1886 and established its fire 
department eight years later in 1894. During its 115-year history, the 
fire department has been invaluable to the residents of Western Springs 
thanks to the bravery and commitment of its volunteer, full-time, and 
part-time firefighters.
  As a member of the Western Springs Fire Department for almost half of 
its long history, Mr. Seivwright has touched many lives, whether 
through extinguishing fires, saving lives, or by leading and teaching 
young firefighters. Mr. Seivwright showed an early interest in 
firefighting and public service at age 13 when he was a junior high 
student in Western Springs. He would observe and follow local 
firefighters, waiting for the day when he would be old enough to serve. 
Mr. Seivwright eventually became a full-time member of the Western 
Springs Fire Department, and thanks to his skill, integrity, and 
dedication, rose to the position of Deputy Chief.
  In addition to serving his community, Ian Seivwright also served his 
country as an officer in the United States Navy in the late 1960s and 
early 1970s, where he distinguished himself in his service with the 
Pacific fleet.
  Mr. Seivwright's commitment to residents of Western Springs and the 
fire department will be sorely missed as he retires. He has been a 
great asset to his community. His retirement is truly worthy of special 
recognition and commendation.
  Mr. Seivwright has inspired those around him to be courageous, 
helpful, and professional just as he has been. I am certain his legacy 
will continue to motivate young public servants for years to come.
  I ask you to join me in honoring Mr. Ian Seivwright for his work on 
behalf of the residents of Western Springs, and to wish him a well-
deserved, long, and happy retirement.

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