[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 109 (Thursday, July 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1283]
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                          STEVE EBNER TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 19, 2012

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Mr. Steve Ebner. 
Since 2006, Mr. Ebner has served as Fire Chief at the Fort Lewis Mesa 
Fire Department and on August 1, he will step down from this position.
  Beginning his career as a volunteer in Maryland, Mr. Ebner worked for 
nearly 42 years in the fire service industry. His experience gained him 
teaching positions at both the University of Maryland and San Juan 
College Fire Science Programs. In 2006, after many distinguished years 
of service, the Fort Lewis Fire Department appointed Mr. Ebner to the 
fire chief position.
  During his time at Fort Lewis Mesa, Mr. Ebner was essential to the 
development and expansion of the fire department. With improved 
training sessions and enhanced services, Mr. Ebner advanced the 
department's ability to perform. His leadership and commitment to the 
community were also recognized this past spring when eight department 
members shaved their heads in support of Mr. Ebner's battle with 
chemotherapy.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Chief Steve Ebner. I rise 
today to thank him for his work on behalf of the state of Colorado, and 
I wish him the best in his fight against cancer.

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