[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 67 (Tuesday, May 6, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E685]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF JACKY PARKS

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 6, 2014

  Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Jacky Parks for 
being honored as the 2014 Labor Leader of the Year by the Fresno, 
Madera, Tulare, and Kings Central Labor Council. The outstanding 
contributions he has made to the law enforcement community in Fresno 
and the entire San Joaquin Valley must be commended.
  Jacky was born and raised in Oakdale, California. Upon graduating 
from Oakdale High School in 1983, Jacky went on to attend Merced 
Community College where he majored in criminal justice.
  In 1985, Jacky was hired by the State of California and began his 
career as a peace officer. Throughout his law enforcement career of 
nearly three decades, Jacky has served as a patrol officer, field 
training officer, narcotic detective, and street violence detective. 
For the past 19 years, Jacky has been with the City of Fresno Police 
Department.
  In October 2004, Jacky's peers elected him to be president of the 
Fresno Police Officer's Association (FPOA), a position he has held for 
a record five consecutive terms. As president, Jacky serves as the lead 
negotiator for the FPOA Basic and Management Units. He coordinated and 
participated in a successful campaign to defeat California Propositions 
74, 75, 76, and 77, and joined forces with local labor leaders to 
successfully defeat the City of Fresno's Measure ``G.''
  In addition to serving as President of FPOA, Jacky serves in other 
leadership positions. Jacky is a member of the City of Fresno Health 
and Welfare Trust, and he sits on the executive committee and board of 
directors of the Peace Officer Research Association of California 
(PORAC). Jacky is a terrific representative for the Fresno Police 
Department and regularly participates in community events and town hall 
meetings. In addition, he is active in educating law enforcement labor 
groups around the state and nation.
  Throughout his career, Jacky has demonstrated an unwavering 
commitment to service. In 1989, Jacky left the World Series baseball 
game to work with the California State Police in assisting citizens 
affected by the 1989 San Francisco earthquake. He also served as a 
street violence detective investigating the Marcus Wesson homicide case 
which resulted in a successful prosecution and conviction.
  Because of Jacky's efforts, he has been the recipient of several 
awards presented by the Fresno Police Department including: a Life 
Saving Medal, the Fresno Police Department Nominee Rookie of the Year 
award, and the Southeast District Police Officer of the Year award. 
Jacky also received a special recognition award at the 2008 PORAC 
Conference for his dedication and efforts to promoting the goals of the 
organization.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I ask my colleagues to 
join me in recognizing Mr. Jacky Parks for his service and commitment 
to our community. His hard work and dedication to ensuring public 
safety is greatly appreciated.

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