[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 121 (Wednesday, July 30, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1274-E1275]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       IN HONOR OF FRANK DeCLERQ

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                            HON. JUAN VARGAS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 30, 2014

  Mr. VARGAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Frank DeClerq for the 
outstanding commitment and dedication he has demonstrated to the 
community of San Diego throughout his 35 years of service in the Fire 
Department.

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  Throughout his career, Frank DeClerq has been an advocate for the San 
Diego City Firefighters and their families. He earned the rank of Fire 
Captain in the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department. As a fearless leader 
he has worked with the Fire Department Management, elected officials, 
and industry experts to advocate for the enhancement of firefighter 
health and safety.
  Frank DeClerq believes that a firefighter's sworn duty to serve their 
community extends to their off duty time as well. He has consistently 
demonstrated this belief by supporting numerous charities such as: the 
Muscular Dystrophy Association, the San Diego Burn Institute, San Diego 
Firefighter Aid, San Diego 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, San Diego Youth 
Sports, and Local 145 Holiday Giving Programs for Low Income Families, 
among others. Frank DeClerq has not only influenced the welfare of 
firefighters of Local 145 as their leader, but also promoted the 
welfare of our residents throughout San Diego and the region.

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