[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 111 (Friday, July 22, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1391]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             TRIBUTE TO COHOCTON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 22, 2011

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the brave men of women 
of the Cohocton Volunteer Fire Department who have tirelessly served 
our local and national community for 125 years. As the Cohocton 
Volunteer Fire Department celebrates its 125th anniversary, I applaud 
the many ways they have served our community.
  From July 22-24, members of the department will hold several events 
commemorating the service of their valiant volunteers. Historical 
displays, parades, competitions and dinners will be held. The 
department will even be publishing a commemorative book on its history 
to celebrate this milestone.
  For the past 125 years, members have selflessly given their time and 
energy to serve our community throughout periods of emergency and 
disaster. While the Cohocton Volunteer Fire Department should be 
commemorated for all of their service to our community, I want to 
especially highlight their tireless work during the 1972 Flood, the Ice 
Storm of 1991 and the Blizzard of 1993--three major storms which 
devastated the Chemung Valley.
  Furthermore, the department also aided the national community during 
the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Under a mutual aid 
request, the department sent an ambulance and personnel to the Twin 
Towers Site after the attack. The ambulance was equipped with medical 
supplies donated by the local community for use by the FDNY.
  Members of the Cohocton Volunteer Fire Department have repeatedly 
risked their lives in order to save our friends and neighbors. I am 
proud to recognize such a self-sacrificing and courageous organization. 
I congratulate the Cohocton Volunteer Fire Department and thank them 
for their 125 years of service.

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