[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 160 (Wednesday, December 12, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1915]
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                  IN HONOR OF THE LT. WALTER SOLENSKI

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                           HON. JOE COURTNEY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 12, 2012

  Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the career of a 
beloved officer of the Coventry Police Department. Lt. Walter Solenski 
will retire on December 31, 2012 after 37 years of service to his town. 
A lifetime resident of Coventry, Connecticut, Walter's compassionate 
attention to the community is known by young and old. Police Chief Mark 
Palmer described Lt. Solenski as an ``every day hero.'' He is someone 
who is steady and reliable; he is always there for the residents of 
Coventry when they need him.
  Following his graduation from Coventry High School in 1970, Walter 
joined the United States Navy. Upon returning home from a four-year 
tour of duty he was hired as a Class D Patrolman in his local police 
department. Walter quickly proved his dedication to his work by 
actively pursuing training and certification courses. He continued to 
seek out ways to improve his service to the town throughout his career. 
This professionalism and diligence allowed Walter to rise to the rank 
of Lieutenant in April, 1995.
  Throughout his time on the police force, Lt. Solenski received many 
accolades and letters of gratitude from those whom he had helped. 
Coventry residents appreciated his timely response and attention, 
especially to emergency situations. Last summer he was chosen by a 
local committee to be a parade marshal at Coventry's 300th Anniversary 
Parade- a testament to his importance in the town.
  I ask that my colleagues join with me to honor Lt. Walter Solenski 
and the work he did for the people of Coventry. As he prepares for his 
retirement with his wife Yvonne, I am confident that Walter will 
continue to play an active role in the community. His commitment to the 
Coventry Police Department and to his town will not soon be forgotten.

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