[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 150 (Wednesday, November 17, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1946]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                       RECOGNIZING RODNEY MORRIS

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 17, 2010

  Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Rodney 
Morris. Mr. Morris is a Corrections Officer with the Monmouth County 
Sheriff's Department and an active member of the Long Branch, New 
Jersey community. On October 1, 2010, Mr. Morris retired after 
dedicating 26 years of service to the Sheriff's Department. I applaud 
Mr. Morris, as his achievements should serve as an inspiration to us 
all.
  Today we recognize Mr. Morris for contributing 26 years of service to 
the Monmouth County Sheriff's Department. The 609 officers and 
employees of the Monmouth County Sheriff's Department are dedicated to 
serving the needs of the community. Located in Freehold, New Jersey, 
the Sheriff's Office is comprised of three divisions: Law Enforcement, 
Corrections, and Communications. Mr. Morris has demonstrated unwavering 
commitment to protecting and serving the constituents of Monmouth 
County and remains a tremendously valued member of my district and the 
County.
  Mr. Morris is also a valued and dedicated member of the Long Branch, 
New Jersey community. Mr. Morris is actively involved in community 
sports activities and serves as a coach for the tee-ball and basketball 
teams for Long Branch Recreation Department. Mr. Morris has also served 
as Head Coach for the Pop Warner Football team. Mr Morris has served as 
Chairperson of the Deacon's Ministry at the Second Baptist Church in 
Long Branch for ten years and continues to serve in this capacity 
today. He has been happily married to his wife Susie for seventeen 
years. Together, they have one son, Tyree Rodney Morris, who is 10 
years old. Mr. Morris is a positive role model for his family and other 
members of the community.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in leading this body in acknowledging 
Mr. Morris' 26 years of service with the Monmouth County Sheriff's 
Department. His dedication and commitment are positive examples of what 
steadfast determination and allegiance can accomplish.

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